Insightful Reviews That Inspire

Submission Fee – No Refund Policy

At Narrative Insights Review Co., we strive to provide thoughtful, structured feedback and fair consideration for every submission we receive. To help support our review process, we charge a $5 non-refundable submission fee for each entry.

No Refund Policy:

Please note that all submission fees are final and non-refundable, under any circumstances, including (but not limited to):

• Accidental submissions

• Disqualification due to incomplete or incorrect information

• Duplicate submissions

• Changes of mind after submission

• Technical issues on the user’s end

Once a submission is received, it is entered into our review system and allocated resources for consideration. This policy allows us to maintain fairness, operational efficiency, and the integrity of our review process.

By submitting your work, you agree to this policy in full.

If you have any questions before submitting, feel free to reach out to us at narrativeinsightsreview@gmail.com.

Thank you for your understanding and support!

You can submit your work through our website's submission form, or by contacting us directly via email for further instructions.

Narrative Insights Review Co. is a professional review and critique company specializing in indie and mainstream films, scripts, books, and hybrid creative projects. We provide in-depth analysis, audience feedback reports, and structured evaluations using our proprietary Narrative Insights Point System.

Yes. For your protection and ours, we offer an optional Mutual Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA). This ensures your work is treated with confidentiality. It’s strongly recommended for private reviews and unpublished projects.

We score every submission across key creative elements to deliver honest, helpful, and professional insights.

How We Score (1–10 Scale)

10 – Masterful
Exceptional, flawless execution with lasting impact.

9 – Outstanding
Powerful, engaging, and nearly flawless work.

8 – Strong
Highly effective with minor room for growth.

7 – Good
Solid effort with clear strengths and fixable flaws.

6 – Fair
Has potential but needs stronger structure or refinement.

5 – Mixed
Some good ideas, but lacking in execution or clarity.

4 – Rough
Needs significant work on core elements and flow.

3 – Weak
Lacks structure, clarity, or originality.

2 – Flawed
Fails to engage or communicate effectively.

1 – Unclear/Incomplete
Barely functional or missing foundational storytelling.

(What We Evaluate)

Story Structure
Clarity, pacing, act development, story flow, and payoff.

Character & Dialogue
Depth, consistency, uniqueness, and voice.

Visual or Descriptive Style
Cinematic language (films/scripts) or vivid prose (books).

Originality & Concept
Creativity, boldness, and uniqueness of the idea.

Theme & Subtext
Purposeful layers, metaphors, cultural relevance.

Pacing & Engagement
Momentum, tension, emotional hook, audience immersion.

Technical Aspects
Formatting, grammar, production polish, readability.

Audience Resonance (optional add-on)
Feedback from test viewers/readers to gauge real-world impact.

Final Score Breakdown

Each project includes:

• A Category-by-Category Scorecard (1–10 in each area)

• A Final Score (averaged or weighted depending on format)

• A Written Summary with strengths, notes, and growth suggestions

At Narrative Insights, we don’t just score we guide creators toward sharper storytelling and greater impact.

Yes!
Narrative Insights encourages creators to share their review as part of promoting their work. We know how much a well-earned score especially one from our respected Narrative Insights Point System can help build credibility, generate buzz, and showcase artistic growth.

A few quick guidelines:

• Transparency matters: If you're sharing your final score (e.g., “Scored 8.7/10 by Narrative Insights”), we recommend linking back to our site or tagging us when possible.

• Full Review Protection: Sharing the score is always allowed. However, please don’t copy/paste or repost the full written review without permission first we want to protect our writers’ work and your originality.

✅ You May:

• Display your review/final score in marketing materials, bios, trailers, or one-sheets

• Mention it on platforms like Instagram, X, YouTube, TikTok, and LinkedIn, Facebook.

• Include the score in your press kit or EPK (Electronic Press Kit)

🚫 Please Don’t:

• Edit or misrepresent your score

• Post full review text without permission

• Use our logo or branding in misleading ways

• Post other creators review without their permission

Yes, we work with creators globally. All submissions must be in English or include English subtitles (for video projects).

We use our signature Narrative Insights Point System

(Music must be in English/ videos need English Subtitles if in a different language)

Here's an example:

"N.Y. State of Mind" by Nas (1994)
Submitted Title Type: Classic Hip-Hop Song
Genre: East Coast Hip-Hop / Boom Bap
Artist: Nas
Producer: DJ Premier
Narrative Insights Final Score: 9.5 / 10

Category Breakdown

Composition & Structure – 10
From the haunting piano loop to Nas’s seamless flow, the track is structurally flawless. No hook needed just bar after bar of lyrical architecture.

Lyrics & Concept – 10
A cinematic masterclass in street storytelling. Every line paints a vivid picture of survival, paranoia, and ambition. This is poetry in motion.

Vocals & Delivery – 9
Nas delivers with urgency and clarity, his tone cool but intense. A slightly more dynamic range could’ve added extra punch but what’s here hits hard.

Production Quality – 10
DJ Premier’s gritty beat is the perfect canvas: raw, moody, and hypnotic. The scratches and sample work are classic Premo dirty in the best way.

Replay Value – 9
Still chills inducing decades later. While it leans heavy on realism and darkness, its brilliance makes it endlessly listenable for true fans of lyricism.

Overall Score: 9.5 / 10 – Legendary

Narrative Insights Summary:

“N.Y. State of Mind” isn’t just a song it’s an audio screenplay. Nas walks you through the corners of Queensbridge with a poet’s eye and a prophet’s edge, all before his 21st birthday. DJ Premier lays down a dark, boom bap soundscape that lets Nas’s bars breathe while building a tension few tracks can match.

It’s the kind of track that built East Coast hip-hop’s golden era on its back raw, reflective, and unapologetically real. You don’t just listen to this track you enter it.

This is the storytelling we spotlight: immersive, intelligent, and iconic.

Narrative Insights operates as an independent entity while maintaining an affiliation with ScriptandSend.com, a creative writing and consulting company. Despite this relationship, we uphold the highest standards of integrity and objectivity, ensuring that all reviews remain fair, unbiased, and professionally grounded.

We’re here to help!

If you have any questions, concerns, or comments about our services, submission process, or your review, please don’t hesitate to reach out. You can email us directly at:

narrativeinsightsreview@gmail.com

We aim to respond to all inquiries within 1–2 business days. Your feedback matters to us; we're building this creative space with you in mind.

• Standard Reviews: 5–7 business days

• Expedited Reviews: 2–3 business days (additional fee applies)

• Audience Feedback Reports: 7–10 business days

At Narrative Insights, we provide both private and public review options to suit your needs.

Private reviews are confidential and delivered directly to the creator, never shared publicly without clear, written consent. Public reviews are published only with full authorization from all relevant parties or in accordance with the Fair Use Act. These reviews spanning both indie and mainstream works showcase our distinctive Narrative Insights Point System and may be featured on our website, social platforms, or promotional materials.

Never without consent.
If you choose to go public with a private review and the score is underwhelming, we will notify you before publishing. We believe in constructive feedback and do not aim to shame or tear down creators.

At Narrative Insights Review Co., all reviews are crafted by a dedicated team of professionals with care, integrity, and thoughtful critique. Because our reviews are creative, labor-based services we do not offer refunds once a review has been completed and delivered.

However, if you believe there was a technical error or if your submission was not properly evaluated based on the agreed-upon criteria, please reach out to us within 5 business days of receiving your review. We’ll be happy to re-assess or clarify any part of the evaluation.

Our goal is to support and uplift creators with honest, constructive insights not just critique, but growth. Let’s build better art, together.

At Narrative Insights Review Co., our team is made up of more than just critics, we’re creators, just like you.

Our reviewers include published authors, award-nominated and festival-accepted directors, working musicians across multiple genres, and visual storytellers with years of experience in the creative industry. Every member of our team has a polished resume and a deep, lived-in relationship with their craft.

But more than credentials, what unites us is this:
We’re people who genuinely love art, every note, frame, page, and scene. We understand how much heart goes into your work, and we treat every submission with the respect it deserves. Whether it’s a raw indie project or a polished production, we’re here to honor your creativity and help it shine even brighter.

Let’s grow the art community together.