How It Works
Everything you need to know about Short Film Script Doctor
Quick Overview
Short Film Script Doctor is an AI-powered tool designed specifically for short films (1-5 minutes). You can generate new scripts from scratch OR bring your own scripts for analysis and custom fixes.
Generate Scripts
Turn your ideas into complete Fountain-format screenplays
Analyze & Fix
Paste your own scripts for AI feedback and custom improvements
Daily Limits
- 3 script generations per day, each with 2 free regenerations
- 3 analyses or polishes per day (Polish needs a free account)
Limits reset at midnight UTC. Failed generations never count.
Generate Script - How It Works
- Enter Your Idea: Describe your film concept in a few sentences. Be specific about the setting, characters, and conflict.
- Choose Genre & Tone: Select a genre (Horror, Comedy, Drama, etc.) and tone (Dark, Lighthearted, etc.) to guide the AI.
- Set Runtime: Choose 1-5 minutes. The AI calibrates pacing accordingly.
- Generate: Click generate and wait ~30-60 seconds for your complete screenplay.
- Review & Download: Read your script, then download as .fountain file or copy to clipboard.
💡 Pro Tip: After generating, use "Analyze & Polish" to get AI feedback and improve your script further!
Analyze & Fix My Script - How It Works
Bring your own screenplay (any format) and get AI-powered feedback and fixes.
Step 1: Paste Your Script
Paste your screenplay into the text area. Fountain format is recommended but not required.
Step 2: Add Context (Optional)
Add genre and logline to help the AI understand your intent.
Step 3: Choose Your Action
- "Analyze Script" - Get detailed feedback with scores on structure, dialogue, pacing, and more.
- "Auto-Fix Script" - Let AI improve your script based on its analysis.
- "Apply Custom Fixes" - Tell the AI exactly what to change.
Custom Instructions Examples:
- • "Make the dialogue more natural and less expository"
- • "Add more tension in the second scene"
- • "Change the ending to be more ambiguous"
- • "Reduce the protagonist's monologue"
- • "Make the villain more sympathetic"
Daily Limit: 3 analyze/fix operations per day, shared between Analyze and Polish.
Rate Limits & Fair Use
To ensure fair usage and system stability, we have the following rate limits:
- Script Generation: 3 per day (max 10 requests/hour)
- Analyze/Fix: 3 per day (max 20 requests/hour)
- API Calls: Reasonable use - no automated bulk requests
If you hit a rate limit, wait a few minutes and try again. Excessive abuse may result in temporary account restrictions.