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Filmmaking Rules

On this page you’ll find all the rules in regards to the actual filmmaking for the US Virtual 48. Give them a read, the last thing that you—or we—want is to disqualify your film. They’re here to ensure fair competition and eligibility.

These rules cover the creative part of the 48HFP. Need something else? Check the Competition Rules!

Official Rules of the
48 Hour Film Project
City Competitions

(Rules will vary for other competitions including Special Genre Competitions, the Yes We Cannes Global Film Challenge and others.) The 48 Hour Film Project Organizers may add to or amend these rules at any time prior to the beginning of the Official Filmmaking Weekend.