Getting Started on Fade2stage: Feedback, Scripts, and the Token System

Alright! Let’s get this show on the road!

If you’ve come across this blog post, you’re probably here to understand our rules, guidelines, and the process for submitting a script. You’re in the right place. At Fade2stage, our mission is to foster a supportive community where writers help each other, and the best scripts have a real opportunity to be produced and earn revenue. Let’s dive into our rules and how you can get started.

Rule 1: Tokens are Our Lifeblood

Our token system allows us to keep Fade2stage free for our users. But what are tokens, and how do you get them? Tokens are used to receive feedback on your screenplay. When you create an account, you are given 20 tokens—enough for two free reviews. Once you use your tokens, you can earn more by reviewing other writers’ work or by purchasing a token package. (Each script review costs $10, regardless of length.) All reviews are checked by our staff before they are shared with the writer, so please be thoughtful and considerate. Most importantly, be honest in your feedback.

Rule 2: After Ten Approved Reviews, Your Script Leaves the Pool

At Fade2stage, we have what’s called the Producer Slate. This is where our top scripts get a chance at production. We are actively seeking platforms for production, but in the meantime, we want to ensure our slate is full and appealing. For your script to be considered, it must receive ten full reviews and achieve at least a 70% approval rating. If you do not reach this threshold, you may revise your script and start over. People who get 68 can obtain two additional reviews to improve their score, rather than starting over from scratch.

Rule 3: Use This Template to Submit Your Script

When joining a group, please use the following submission format:

• 1. Choose a topic/format

• 2. Title

• 3. Logline

• 4. Upload a PDF of the script

• 5. Genre

6. Use relevant hashtags so users can search for stories by type. These are the hashtags you can choose from: #Drama #Comedy #Thriller #Horror #Romance #Action #Adventure #ScienceFiction #Fantasy #Mystery #Crime #Historical #Documentary #Animation #Family #Musical #Western #Supernatural #ShortFilm #ComingOfAge #Satire #Noir #Biography #War #Sports #Political #LGBTQ #Experimental #Psychological #Teen #Holiday #PeriodPiece

7. (Optional) Let us know what type of feedback you are seeking. Which part of your story are you struggling with? Are you concerned about plot, pacing, or character motivations? Share your specific questions for more targeted feedback.

Rule 4: How to Give Feedback

Let’s be real: giving feedback is tough. No one wants to be the bad guy, but when producers show up to Fade2stage and see zero scripts in the vault, what the hell are they supposed to do? They’re going to walk. That’s exactly why we need honest, no-bullshit feedback—so our best writers get their shot at production and the rest of us can learn and get better. This approach works for me right now. Change it, tweak it, make it your own—just make sure your feedback actually helps somebody.

1. Strengths: What did you enjoy about the story? What did the writer do well?

2. Areas for Improvement: What could be enhanced? Where can the writer strengthen their work? What stood out in a way that was bad or boring?

Rule 5: Use Polls to Gain Insight

Polls are a creative way to gather valuable feedback on your script. For example, you can ask readers for a star rating, check if certain aspects of your screenplay are clear, or use emojis to gauge reactions to your work. Feel free to get creative—I will be sharing examples to inspire your use of polls.

That’s it! I hope this post answered your questions. Enjoy writing, and remember: being a writer is about more than putting words on a page—it’s about creating a meaningful emotional experience.