BARBADOS: HOME OF CRICKET LEGENDS
The National Cultural Foundation is inviting film-writers to express their interest in screen/script writing a biographical documentary of Barbados’ outstanding contribution to the game of cricket via its status as the birthplace of several cricket legends. Screenplays/scripts should be submitted to The National Cultural Foundation by November 30, 2024. The selected screenplay/script will access funding for the production of the film; an amount of up to BDS $1,000,000.
Screenplay/Script Submission Guidelines:
The screenplay or script should be submitted to The National Cultural Foundation via electronic submission only. Submissions must be in PDF file format with the title only indicated in the PDF file name.
Only one screenplay/script can be submitted per applicant. Collaboration on screenplays/scripts is permitted but can only be submitted as one submission.
Screenplays and scripts must be submitted by the credited writer. Screenplays and scrips written by writing teams must be submitted by one of the writers, with the consent of the other(s).
All writers must be credited on the title page.
Submitted screenplay/script material must be submitted by midnight of November 30, 2024 to carol-roberts@ncf.bb.
Page count limitations: Feature Screenplays = 125pp
All material submitted must be original, and all rights must be wholly owned by the writer(s). Once submitted, the material is promptly assigned to analysts and judges and reading/scoring begins. Revisions, rewrites, addenda, or substitutions of either corrected pages or new drafts of the entered screenplay or script material will not be accepted.
All copyright, ownership and derivative rights to the material submitted to the National Cultural Foundation remain with the original rights holders and/or author.
If selected, by submitting material to the contest, the writer gives the National Cultural Foundation permission to negotiate the production of the screenplay/script as a feature film. As Executive Producer of the film, The National Cultural Foundation will enter into a rights agreement with the screenplay/script owner.
Plagiarized or non-original written materials will be disqualified.
Eligibility
All screen/script writers, without regards to professional or amateur status, age, gender, race, ethnicity, country of origin, native language, political orientation, or sexual preference are eligible.
The screenplay/script material submitted must be in English.
All screenplay/script material submitted to other competitions or contests is ineligible.
There are no limitations or restrictions as to the date of authorship of submitted screenplay/script materials.
The screenplay/script material submitted must not be encumbered by any obligation to, or option held by, any third party before entering this call.
Screenplay/script should be submitted in standard screenplay format, font spacing, and margin.
No limitations regarding title page content. The title and name of the screen/script writer and contact information on the cover page are recommended.
SNAPSHOT
Barbados’ cricket holds a significant place in the Caribbean and global cricketing landscape. From producing iconic players such as The Rt. Excellent Sir Garfield Sobers, Sir Frank Worrell, Sir Clyde Walcott, Sir Everton Weekes, The Most Hon. Dr. Desmond Haynes, Sir Cuthbert Gordon Greenidge, Sir Wesley Hall, Sir Charlie Griffith and Mr. Joel Garner among many others, to nurturing a continuous stream of talent for the West Indies team, the island’s contribution to the sport is unparalleled. Against this background, it is proposed that a comprehensive documentary that captures the essence of Barbados’ stellar contribution to the game of cricket through the nurturing of numerous legends of the game be produced. Documenting this legacy is not just about celebrating past achievements but also about inspiring future generations of cricketers. The documentary will aim to preserve stories, anecdotes and insights from key stakeholders, players and administrators who have shaped Barbados’ cricket over decades.
The documentary seeks to capture stores of cricket heroes of the past and present not only for their popularity but their development through work ethic and other quality values. This symbiotic relationship between cricket in the communities and the cultivation of stars is a story that should be documented for consumption locally, regionally and internationally. Additionally, it is envisaged that the theme of cricket’s contribution to societal development shines through and it aims to highlight philanthropic initiatives and community outreach outcomes that have emanated from the rise of the Barbados’ cricketing legends.
