Script Reading & Notes

Filmmakers consistently seek trustworthy and accessible feedback to strengthen their stories before production or grant submission. Court 13 Arts provides affordable story and screenplay feedback to fill the gap between work-in-progress and the final product.

Shorts

(30 pages or under)

Includes 1–2 pages of written notes & feedback (tone, structure, character, etc.)

Feature-length Scripts

(Up to 120 pages)

Includes 2–3 pages of written notes with section/segment breakdowns and improvement suggestions

Extended Feature Scripts

(Over 120 pages)

Includes 2–3 pages of written notes with section/segment breakdowns and improvement suggestions, with extended coverage and pacing evaluation

By submitting your script, you acknowledge that you have read and agree to the Terms & Conditions at the bottom of this page.

After placing your order, please fill out this form to submit a PDF file of the script you’d like feedback on.

Terms & Conditions

  • The feedback provided is intended to offer constructive notes on your script’s strengths and areas for improvement. Feedback will focus on elements such as: story structure, character development, dialogue, pacing and tone.

    Please note that feedback is subjective and based on the reviewer’s perspective. The goal is to help you refine your work and develop your voice, but you retain creative control over your project.

    • Scripts must be submitted in PDF format.

    • Only original works will be reviewed. By submitting, you affirm that you are the sole author or have the legal right to share the script.

    • Each person may submit one script per order (i.e. two 15 page scripts count as two separate submissions)

  • Your work will be treated with respect and confidentiality. Scripts will not be shared or distributed outside the review process. Please do not submit scripts containing sensitive personal information or content requiring a signed NDA.

  • By submitting, you agree to interact respectfully and constructively in any follow-up communication. Harassment or inappropriate behavior may result in disqualification from receiving feedback.

  • You retain full ownership and rights to your script. By submitting, you grant Court 13 staff permission to read and provide notes solely for feedback purposes.

  • This service does not include: detailed line edits or proofreading, career advice or script marketing assistance, nor additional drafts or resubmissions of the same script (unless otherwise agreed).