48 Hour Film Project - New York

Therese Anne Cayaba
Therese Anne Cayaba
City Producer
William L Jones
William L Jones
City Producer

Get Set to Make a Movie!

When? 7 - 9 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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  1. Kickoff
    Fri, Aug 7, 2026 5:00 PM
    To Be Announced!
  2. Dropoff
    Sun, Aug 9, 2026 by 7:30 PM to be On Time / Eligible
    Online via www.48hourfilm.com
  3. Premiere Screenings
    Tue, Aug 25, 2026 7:00 PM
    To Be Announced!
  4. Awards Ceremony
    Sun, Aug 30, 2026 7:00 PM
    To Be Announced!
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SAS Productions

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Two Couch Palace Productions

Vernet Brothers

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