48 Hour Film Project - Reno

Ivey  Smith
Ivey Smith
City Producer
Daniel Kather
Daniel Kather
City Co-Producer

Get Set to Make a Movie!

New Years Promo $138
Opens: Thu, Jan 1, 2026
Registration opens Fri, May 1, 2026 7:00 PM

When? 14 - 16 Aug 2026
Goal? Make a FILM in 48 hours and attend its PREMIERE SCREENING!!

From Film Weekend Kickoff… to Screening… to Awards…

Gather Teammates – Friends/Colleagues/Family!

Write, shoot and edit a short film based on the genre you draw at The Kickoff and the required character, prop, and line assigned for your city.

Premiere YOUR film!

Celebrate with Awards, including Audience Award.

The winner of Best Film goes to Filmapalooza in March 2027, and is eligible for a spot in our screening at the Cannes Film Festival Short Film Corner!

Try something new, level up your filmmaking, and join our community.

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  1. Registration Opens
    Fri, May 1, 2026 7:00 PM
  2. Dropoff
    Sun, Aug 16, 2026 by 7:30 PM to be On Time / Eligible
  3. Cue the Chaos
    Fri, Jul 31, 2026 6:00 PM
  4. Kickoff
    Fri, Aug 14, 2026 5:00 PM
  5. Premiere Screenings
    Fri, Aug 28, 2026 10:00 AM
  6. Awards Ceremony
    Sat, Sep 19, 2026 7:00 PM
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