Does your film have a solid, charismatic character?

Does your character have one clear goal that is established in the beginning?

Are you driving the narrative through character and conflict rather than talking too much about the topic?

Have you identified what sets your story apart, whether it's a unique setting, historical events, or culture?

Have you delved into your characters' backstories, moral compass, and motivations to make them compelling and relatable?

Have you made awful things happen to your leading characters to showcase their true nature and add depth to storytelling?

Is your pitch document focused on central conflicts, stakes, and themes rather than revealing the entire plot?

Does your synopsis define the hero, their desires, convey urgency, and highlight consequences of not achieving goals?

Have you provided sufficient context or background information to help the reader understand the importance of your documentary's subject matter?

Have you presented evidence or research proving existing audience interest or potential for your documentary's subject matter?

Is your film about someone famous or made by someone famous?