The Department of Performing and Media Arts is proud to present PMA Studios. A multi-discipline collaboration, bringing together strength and resources of talented students across Cornell, PMA faculty, PMA staff, and local guest media artists/mentors to write, produce, and direct a professional movie production. PMA Studios is a project-based course, listed as PMA 1611. Please join us on this exciting journey to movie magic.
The Script Prompts
▪Genre: Horror
▪Script Length: 13 pgs. total
▪Setting: An Abandon Cabin in the Woods
▪Time: Present Day
▪Who: Maximum of 6 speaking roles. Additional background extras (non-speaking) are allowed. (Characters should be in their late teens to early 20s.)
▪Story: This story should consider traditional elements of the horror genre. Maybe it’s a slasher film, psychological thriller or even a monster movie. Regardless, the plot should be rooted in a life-or-death situation. The story should also include one major plot twist that will rock audiences to the core.
Script Deadline: Friday, March 27, 2026
Send Submission to:
https://cornell.app.box.com/f/18771c7762264794941c52a414ebf16d
Please note: All submission needs to include a title page with all of your contact information. Submissions should be submitted as a PDF.
All Cornell students enrolled through Spring 2027 are welcome to submit a script for consideration. The chosen script will be realized and fully produced in this exciting new project course.
Information Sessions on PMA Studios:
Thursday, February 5, 5:00 pm: Hybrid: Room 220, Schwartz Center & Zoom at bit.ly/pma2-5
Thursday, February 12, 5:00 pm: Hybrid Room 220, Schwartz Center & Zoom at bit.ly/pma2-12
PMA Studios Landing Page:
https://pma.cornell.edu/pma-studios-celebrates-successful-completion-milkshake-kiss
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