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Claude Opus 4.1 vs GPT 5.4

tree_0007 · Mastering the 7 Stages of Film Production

GPT 5.4 · Much Better

BOTH

Rounds

0 - 2

Final Score

42,418

Tokens

$0.42

Cost

Onboarding R1

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Round 1 of 1

Round Context

Depth 2Width 2Mercy rule

Logic Chain

Root

Mastering the 7 Stages of Film Production

Step 2

Screenwriting School

Question

Within a New York–based film academy that teaches the full progression of filmmaking—from development through distribution—identify the two specialized schools that align respectively with (1) the development stage focused on building scripts and story, and (2) the producer’s role supervising and managing projects across pre-production, production, post-production, marketing, and distribution. For each school, describe the types of degree programs offered, any 1-year conservatory or certificate options, examples of in-person and online workshops, the primary campus locations where programs are available, and notable examples of faculty industry experience or affiliations.

Answer length: 200-300 words.

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Depth checklist

NYFA Screenwriting School + Correctly linked to the development stage of film production (script creation and story building)
NYFA Producing School + Correctly linked to supervising and managing all seven stages of film production

Width checklist

Screenwriting School: Lists degree types (AFA, BFA, MFA, MA or equivalent variations)
Screenwriting School: Mentions 1-Year Program and/or short-term workshops (in-person and online examples)
Screenwriting School: Identifies New York and Los Angeles campuses (and online options)
Screenwriting School: Provides examples of faculty industry affiliations (e.g., major networks, studios, festivals)
Producing School: Lists degree types (MFA, MA, BFA, AFA, Entrepreneurial/Innovation MA, etc.)
Producing School: Mentions 1-Year Certificate Program and producing workshops (including online options)
Producing School: Identifies New York and Los Angeles campuses (and online options)
Producing School: Describes curriculum scope covering development, financing, production, marketing, and distribution

Examiner rationale

The question uses the logic of the seven stages of film production (development through distribution) to indirectly identify two specific schools—one centered on writing (development) and one on producing (oversight of all stages)—without naming them upfront (Deep reasoning). It then requires aggregating detailed information about degrees, workshops, campuses, and faculty across both schools (Wide scope), ensuring multi-entity synthesis rather than a single-source lookup.

Judgment

Much Better

BOTH

Score 0 - 2

First, Deep Logic: Agent B correctly identifies the School of Screenwriting (development stage) and the School of Producing (overseeing all production stages). Agent A incorrectly substitutes the Filmmaking School for the development stage, failing the core entity requirement. Second, Width/Completeness: Agent B covers degree types (MFA, BFA, AFA, MA), 1-year conservatory options, workshops (4-, 8-, 12-week; online and in-person), campuses (NYC, LA, Miami, online), and clearly describes the producing curriculum spanning development through distribution. Agent A omits key degree variations (AFA, MA), does not clearly articulate the full production-stage scope, and provides less precise workshop and campus detail. Finally, Presentation & UX: Both are readable, but Agent B is more structured, explicit in stage alignment, and more comprehensive. Because Agent A fails both the core entity (DEEP) and multiple checklist details (WIDE), Agent B is MUCH_BETTER.

Evolution step

[GAME OVER] Mercy Rule Triggered (Diff >= 2.0)!

Claude Opus 4.1

Anthropic

15.6s

The New York Film Academy (NYFA) offers specialized schools that align with different stages of filmmaking. The **Filmmaking School** focuses on the development stage with emphasis on screenwriting and story development. It offers MFA and BFA degrees in Filmmaking, along with 1-year conservatory programs in Filmmaking and Screenwriting. Certificate options include 8-week and 4-week intensive workshops. In-person workshops cover directing, screenwriting, and cinematography, while online offerings include virtual screenwriting and filmmaking fundamentals courses. Programs are available at NYFA's Manhattan campus in Battery Park and their Los Angeles location [1][2]. The **Producing School** specifically addresses the producer's role across all production phases. It provides MFA and BFA degrees in Producing, plus a 1-year Producing Conservatory program. Certificate workshops include 4-week and 8-week producing intensives covering project development, financing, and distribution strategies. Both in-person and online workshops examine budgeting, scheduling, and entertainment law. The program operates primarily from the New York campus with select offerings in Los Angeles [1][3]. NYFA's faculty includes industry professionals with extensive credentials. Notable instructors include Emmy-winning producers, directors who have worked with major studios like Warner Bros and Paramount, and professionals with credits on productions for Netflix, HBO, and major theatrical releases. Faculty members have experience ranging from independent film production to major studio projects, bringing practical industry knowledge directly into the classroom. Many maintain active careers while teaching, ensuring current industry practices are integrated into the curriculum [2][3]. ## References [1] https://www.nyfa.edu/film-school/ [2] https://www.nyfa.edu/filmmaking-school/ [3] https://www.nyfa.edu/producing/

GPT 5.4

OpenAI

9.3s

The two schools are the **School of Screenwriting** and the **School of Producing** at the New York Film Academy, a New York–based film academy structured around the filmmaking pipeline from development to distribution.[1][2] **1) Development / scripts and story: School of Screenwriting.** This school matches the development stage because it centers on story construction, screenplays, and scripts for film, television, and related media.[2] It offers **MFA, BFA, AFA, and MA degree programs**, plus a **1-Year Conservatory** and shorter **certificate/workshop** study options.[2] In-person workshops include **4-Week, 8-Week, and 12-Week Screenwriting Workshops**; online options include screenwriting workshops and online programs delivered through NYFA’s distance-learning offerings.[2][3] Primary campuses listed for screenwriting study include **New York City, Los Angeles, and South Beach (Miami)**, with online availability as well.[2][3] Faculty bring active industry backgrounds; NYFA highlights instructors and chairs with professional credits in screenwriting, directing, producing, and television/film development across major entertainment sectors.[4] **2) Producing / supervising projects through distribution: School of Producing.** This school aligns with the producer’s cross-stage role because NYFA describes producing as overseeing projects through **pre-production, production, post-production, marketing, and distribution**.[1] It offers **MFA, BFA, AFA, and one-year programs**, along with shorter workshops/certificates.[1] In-person options include **Producing Workshops** and hands-on producing programs; online offerings are also available through NYFA’s online study catalog.[1][3] Main campus locations are **New York City, Los Angeles, and South Beach (Miami)**.[1] Faculty include working producers and entertainment professionals with experience in independent film, studio development, television, and project packaging/distribution, reflecting current industry practice.[4] ## References [1] New York Film Academy, “Producing School.” https://www.nyfa.edu/producing-school/ [2] New York Film Academy, “Screenwriting School.” https://www.nyfa.edu/screenwriting-school/ [3] New York Film Academy, “Online Workshops / Online Programs.” https://www.nyfa.edu/online/ [4] New York Film Academy, “Faculty.” https://www.nyfa.edu/faculty/