The First-Look Rating gives buyers a clear, market-focused score that shows how close a script is
to being taken out, packaged, or put into production.
Grounded in real industry standards, the rating reflects what actually matters: structure,
originality,
emotional impact, cinematic execution, and overall marketability. Each score instantly
communicates
where a script stands — whether it needs work or is ready to move.
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6.0 – 6.9: This is a script with potential — a cool hook, an original world, or a strong
central character. But the draft is still in early shape. The story might lose momentum, the
tone might be inconsistent, or the characters aren’t fully alive on the page yet. Still, there’s
something here that makes us lean in.
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7.0 – 7.9: Now we’re in “this works — with notes” territory. The story mostly tracks, the
characters mostly click, and it reads with a clear identity. But there are still a few rough
edges: maybe act two stalls out, or the emotional turns don’t fully land yet. It's not broken —
it just needs sharpening.
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8.0 – 8.9: This script is ready for the room. It’s emotionally resonant, visually driven,
and structurally sound. Characters have agency, the tone is clear, and the concept feels fresh.
It may still have a few things to tighten — but it’s the kind of script that inspires confidence
from page one.
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9.0 – 9.9: These are rare. A 9-range script doesn’t just work — it feels elevated. The
voice is strong. The story surprises. The emotional core lands hard. It’s the kind of script
that
makes people say, “Who wrote this?” It’s ready to go out now — with confidence.
