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48 Hour Film Project - Portland, ME
Get Set to Make a Movie!
When?
8
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10 Aug 2025
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 2026, 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!
Are you ready for a challenge?
✅ All films will premiere in University of Portland Players Theater
🏆 The Best Film of Portland, ME will be screened at our annual, international film festival Filmapalooza (Lisbon, 2026)
🌍 Join a worldwide community of filmmakers, right here in Portland, ME
Whether you're a seasoned filmmaker or brand new to movie-making, this is the perfect chance to challenge yourself, meet others in the local film community, and have a ton of fun.
📅 Kickoff: August 8 at 5.30pm
🎟️ Register your team today — don’t miss out on the action!