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Regular Deadline: July 31. Apply on Film Freeway now!

 

Supported by Meryl Streep, Nicole Kidman and Natalie Portman, The Writers Lab is the only program in the world devoted exclusively to script and career development for women and nonbinary writers 40+.

 

This Intensive is open to Canadian citizens and permanent residents - Features and Pilots (both 1-hour and ½-hour) in English will be considered. Eight promising writers will be selected for an in-person retreat in Toronto in January 2026.

 

During the four-day Intensive, Mentors and Writers engage in rigorous script development through one-on-one mentor meetings, small group and panel discussions, peer workshops, story rooms, and more. TWL mentors will guide writers through the revision process with actionable feedback and offer strategic advice.

 

Previous TWL lab winners have gone on to make The Black List, secure management, and have their screenplays produced.