48 Hour Film Project - New Orleans

Bill Rainey
Bill Rainey
City Producer
Tori Lyn Register
Tori Lyn Register
City Producer Assistant

Get Set to Make a Movie!

Registration opens Mon, Apr 6, 2026 12:00 AM

When? 12 - 14 Jun 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.

Events
  1. Registration Opens
    Mon Apr 6, 2026
  3. Dropoff
    Sun, Jun 14, 2026 by 7:30 PM to be On Time / Eligible
    Online via www.48hourfilm.com
  4. Premiere Screenings
    More details
    Sat, Jun 20, 2026 5:00 PM
    University of New Orleans Recital Hall 2000 Lakeshore Dr., New Orleans, LA
Teams
Sponsors
Genres
Production Documents
Filmmaking Rules
Competition Rules
Frequently Asked Questions
Judging & Prizes
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