48 Hour Film Project - Boston

Andrew  Osborne
Andrew Osborne
City Producer

The countdown to KICKOFF has begun…

Movie magic comes to 48 Hour Film Project - Boston this weekend! Teams of filmmakers will receive their genre and required elements at the Kickoff Friday, then hit the road to write, shoot and edit their short films.

It’s not too late to join the fun! Register your team now!

All completed films will screen at their WORLD PREMIERE! Plan to attend this exciting event, where this weekend’s films will be showcased.

Here are some important notes for 48HFP filmmakers:

  • Team Leader Agreement: This document must be filled out by the Team Leader and uploaded to the Team Dash page prior to Kickoff. Download the form here. Find upload instructions here.
  • Kickoff: At least one member of the team must attend the Kickoff event to receive genres and the required elements assignment.
  • Elements: The required elements include the character, prop and line. (Double check them here 1 hour after kickoff.)
  • Media: You must submit your film according to the formats listed on your Team Dashboard.
  • Documents: You must upload the required filmmaker paperwork on Sunday by midnight. Prepare for this and download here.
  • Rules: Make sure that your film complies with our Filmmaking Rules and Competition Rules. For questions, go to the FAQ.
  • Weekend Questions: If you have a question during the filmmaking weekend that’s not answered in the rules or FAQ, contact your city producer by phone or text. If you email or message on social media instead, you may not receive an answer in time.
  • Drop Off: Your film and paperwork must be uploaded to your team page on your Dash.

Be safe! Make great films! Good luck!

See you at Kickoff!

Kickoff:
03 : 01 : 34 : 59
2026 Boston 48 Hour Film Project Kickoff starts at 6:30 PM on May 1, 2026 at Zoom.

The 2026 Boston 48 Hour Film Project is very close to capacity. If you wind up on the Wait List, (a) I will do my best to add you to our cinematic starting line as spaces open up in the order of registration and (b) if enough teams wind up on the Wait List I may be able to add an extra screening group...but if not, (c) you can also check out https://www.48hourfilm.com/providence (June 26-28).

You can also add your contact information to the following database for 48HFP team leaders seeking cast and crew at https://tinyurl.com/NewEngland48HFP (though you may not hear back until after the Kickoff) and please email Boston@48HourFilm.com with any questions!

Want to see some great world premiere 48 Hour Films on the big screen of the majestic Somerville Theatre on May 11 & 13? Online and in-person ticketing details will be available soon at: https://www.2026boston48.com

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  1. 2026 Boston 48 Hour Film Project Kickoff
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    Fri, May 1, 2026 6:30 PM
  2. Dropoff
    Sun, May 3, 2026 by 7:30 PM to be On Time / Eligible
  3. 2026 Boston 48 Hour Film Project World Premiere Screenings
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    Group A: Mon, May 11, 2026 6:30 PM
    Group B: Mon, May 11, 2026 9:00 PM
    Group C: Wed, May 13, 2026 6:30 PM
    Group D: Wed, May 13, 2026 9:00 PM
  4. 2026 Best Of & Awards Show
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    Mon, Jun 8, 2026 6:00 PM

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