48 Hour Film Project - San Diego

Chrissy Raven Kilna
Chrissy Raven Kilna
City Co-Producer
Kilna  Anthony
Kilna Anthony
City Co-Producer

Get Set to Make a Movie!

When? 28 - 30 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.

Sign up your team today! Make a movie!

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First 2026 Mixer at Karl Strauss 4S Ranch
Tuesday, June 16, 2026 6pm - 9pm

The first San Diego 48 Hour Film Project mixer of 2026! Come meet fellow filmmakers at Karl Strauss in 4S Ranch (just west of Rancho Bernardo) to connect with potential cast, crew, and teammates before the competition kickoff.

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    Sun, Aug 30, 2026 by 7:30 PM to be On Time / Eligible

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