@cinestory
Nonprofit mentorship organization dedicated to educating emerging screenwriters and TV writers about the business and craft of writing for the screen. cinestory.org cinestory.org/retreat-fellowship-contests cinestory.org/residencies
Having trouble with your characters? Check out this article by The Independent Film School! Happy writing! https://theindependentfilmschool.com/character-motivation-in-screenwriting/
Deadline extension and new low cost! Writers have until April 6th to apply for the Residency! If invited, the cost to attend has been cut from $3200 to $2975! Link in bio
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Apply by midnight for the CineStory Residency! Eight days of generative writing workshops, community-building, and space to advance your project. Link in bio.
#screenwriting #residencies #writingtime #story #workshops
Apply by midnight for the 2026 CineStory Residency! Residents spend June 12–19 immersed in story-breaking exercises and focused writing time in the mountains of Idyllwild. Link in bio.
#screenwriting #residencies #writingtime #story #workshops
Submissions close tomorrow for the CineStory Residency! From June 12–19, writers are provided lodging and meals in Idyllwild, as well as the space, structure, and community to make real progress. Link in bio.
#screenwriting #residencies #writingtime #story #workshops
Friday is the deadline to apply for the 2026 Residency! Write and build community June 12–19 in the mountains of Idyllwild.
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Writers have until this Friday to apply for the 2026 CineStory Residency! Write your next draft in beautiful Idyllwild, June 12-19!
#screenwriting #residencies #writingtime #story #workshops
The early deadline for our 2026 Feature Contest is today, Feb. 22nd!
Winner gets $10,000, a 1yr mentorship w 2 industry mentors, supp mentorship w Script Pipeline & more.
Submit now by clicking the link below! We want to read your scripts!
https://cinestoryfoundation.submittable.com/submit
Next Friday is the deadline to apply for the 2026 CineStory Residency! Residents spend June 12–19 immersed in story-breaking exercises and focused writing time in the mountains of Idyllwild. Link in bio.
#screenwriting #residencies #writingtime #story #workshops
Congratulations to our 2026 TV Contest semifinalists!
We're excited to recognize these amazing writers! Please visit our website for the complete list: https://cinestory.org/congratulations-to-our-2026-tv-contest-semifinalists/
Some Sunday motivation to bring you into the week!📝
#CineStory #Writingmotivation #YouGotThis
CineStory mentor Jonathan Unger has big news to share!🥳
His film, MYSTERIOUS WAYS, is now available on Tubi!
Visit https://tubitv.com/movies/100020098/mysterious-ways to watch.
Congratulations Jonathan!
The early deadline for our 2026 Feature Retreat & Fellowship Contest is Feb. 22nd!
Submit now by clicking the link below! We want to read your scripts!
https://cinestoryfoundation.submittable.com/submit
#cinestory #mentorship #featurewriting
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The CineStory Residency returns June 12–19. Enjoy a private room and meals in the Idyllwild mountains, story-breaking workshops, and a supportive, creative community. Apply by February 27. Link in bio. #screenwriting #residencies #writingtime #story #workshops
The early deadline for the CineStory Residency is midnight tonight! Eight days of generative writing workshops, community-building, and space to advance your project. Link in bio. #screenwriting #residencies #writingtime #story #workshops
The early deadline for the 2026 CineStory Residency is midnight tonight! Residents spend June 12–19 immersed in story-breaking exercises and focused writing time in the mountains of Idyllwild. Link in bio. #screenwriting #residencies #writingtime #story #workshops
Early submissions close tomorrow for the CineStory Residency! From June 12–19, writers are provided lodging and meals in Idyllwild, as well as the space, structure, and community to make real progress. Link in bio. #screenwriting #residencies #writingtime #story #workshops
Join us for the CineStory Residency, June 12–19 in Idyllwild: lodging, meals, daily writing exercises, story development support, and quiet time to create in a gorgeous mountain setting. Link in bio. #screenwriting #residencies #writingtime #story #workshops
Congratulations to our 2026 TV contest quarterfinalists!
#screenwriters #filmmakers #mentorship
https://cinestory.org/congratulations-to-our-2026-tv-contest-quarterfinalists/
Writers have until January 30 to apply early for the CineStory Residency. Spend June 12–19 in story-breaking workshops, doing generative writing exercises, and building community in Idyllwild. Link in bio. #screenwriting #residencies #writingtime #story #workshops
The CineStory Residency offers an immersive writing experience in Idyllwild. From June 12–19, enjoy writing workshops, community space, and unstructured writing time. Early submissions close January 30. Link in bio. #screenwriting #residencies #writingtime #story #workshops
Eight days. Private rooms. Meals included. Ample writing time. Story-breaking workshops. The CineStory Residency runs June 12–19 in Idyllwild, California. Early submissions open through January 30. Link in bio. #screenwriting #residencies #writingtime #story #workshops
Need uninterrupted writing time? Apply early for the CineStory Residency, running June 12–19. Private rooms in the Idyllwild mountains, daily story development workshops, and a strong creative community. Link in bio. #screenwriting #residencies #writingtime #story #workshops
CineStory alum Jacob Marx Rice’s THE VALLEY OF HINNOM has made @theblcklst.bsky.social Congrats, Jacob! 🎉
He attended this year's CineStory Feature Retreat and was a semifinalist with this script. https://d1dlq8f5fkueth.cloudfront.net/annual-lists/2025-v2.pdf
The 2026 Residency is June 12–19 in Idyllwild, California. Eight days of generative writing workshops, community-building, and space to advance your project. Early Deadline: January 30. Link in bio. #screenwriting #residencies #writingtime #story #workshops
We’d like to share some exciting news that CineStory mentor Nicole Dubuc is a judge for this year’s AuSPEC AWARDS competition!
The kids animated series spec script contest launched this month and entries are due by January 31st, 2026. Please visit www.theautismscene.org for more information.
The CineStory Residency returns June 12–19. Residents get private rooms in gorgeous Idyllwild, meals, ample writing time, and a chance to workshop their material. Early deadline: January 30. Link in bio. #screenwriting #residencies #writingtime #story #workshops
The extended final deadline for our 2026 TV Contest is today, 12/7! Win $3k, a 1yr mentorship w/ 2 industry mentors & more! $5 off your submission: https://cinestoryfoundation.submittable.com/submit/40f06959-7974-4f04-855a-f3dbbcdc248f/2026-cinestory-tv-fellowship-retreat-final-deadline-5-discount
The extended final deadline for our 2026 TV Contest is this Sunday, 12/7! Submit now & get $5 off the submission fee. We want to read your scripts! https://cinestoryfoundation.submittable.com/submit/40f06959-7974-4f04-855a-f3dbbcdc248f/2026-cinestory-tv-fellowship-retreat-final-deadline-5-discount
The early deadline for the 2026 CineStory Residency is January 30. Residents spend June 12–19 immersed in story-breaking exercises and focused writing time in the mountains of Idyllwild. Link in bio. #screenwriting #residencies #writingtime #story #workshops