M Film Lab Launches Spring 2025 Screenwriting Lab: Tales of Identity & Imagination
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HOLLYWOOD, Calif. - OhioPen -- Hollywood, California — The M Film Lab is proud to announce the launch of its highly anticipated Screenwriting Lab, titled Tales of Identity & Imagination, in partnership with popular screenwriting platform, Open Screenplay. This innovative program invites writers from all backgrounds to submit compelling short film screenplays that explore themes of identity, belonging, and the experiences of minorities, immigrants, and underrepresented communities.

The M Film Lab has consistently been a champion of diverse narratives, amplifying authentic voices that often go unheard. With a mission to challenge perspectives and foster empathy through storytelling, the Spring 2025 Lab aims to uncover fresh and powerful narratives that shed light on minority experiences in society.

About the Spring 2025 Lab:

• Lab Format:  Lab is held virtually via www.openscreenplay.com
• Participants: The program will select six exceptional writers who will receive one-on-one mentorship from six experienced industry professionals
• Production Opportunity: At the conclusion of the lab, one winning screenplay will be optioned for production with an option fee of USD $1,500.

Submission Guidelines:

• Format: Short Film Screenplay (12-15 pages)
• Theme: Screenplays must explore themes tied to the experiences of minorities, immigrants, or underrepresented groups in society. Writers are encouraged to be bold, imaginative, and impactful in their storytelling.
• Deadline: Submissions must be received by May 16, 2025.
• Entry Fee: Free

"This time,  the lab is open to all screenwriters, regardless of ethnicity or background, in hopes of expanding our reach and cultivating the most inclusive space where diverse narratives thrive." said Mohannad Malas, Founder of M Film Lab. "Our Spring 2025 program is dedicated to discovering stories that push boundaries, celebrate diversity, and challenge conventional narratives."

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For more details on how to apply and program updates, please visit www.mfilmlab.com.

Media Contact:
Sami Alsabawi
Co-Founder, Open Screenplay Inc.
sami@openscreenplay.com

About Open Screenplay:

Open Screenplay is a multilingual online screenwriting platform and community that develops and educates underrepresented screenwriters, connecting them to opportunities worldwide.

About M Film Lab:

M Film Lab is a non-profit organization that hosts free-to-join screenwriting workshops and mentorship programs dedicated to fair artistic representation of underrepresented minorities in film and television.