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48 Hour Film Project - Los Angeles
Get Set to Make a Movie!
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When?
31 jul
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2 ago 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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Casting Call on Casting FrontierThu, Apr 30, 2026 7:00 PMCALLING ALL ACTORS TO SUBMIT ON CASTING FRONTIER – LOS ANGELES 48 HOUR FILM PROJECT 2026! The 48 Hour Film Project is back in Los Angeles! Filmmakers have just 48 hours to write, shoot, edit, and score an original short film from start to finish. All completed films will receive a red carpet premiere screening at Regal Cinemas North Hollywood (formerly the Arclight) and will be judged by top entertainment industry professionals. The Best Film of Los Angeles earns the opportunity to screen at Cannes in 2027.Why Actors Should Join:One of our judges is acclaimed Casting Director Michelle Lewitt, whose credits include major studio films such as Transformers, The Da Vinci Code, The Holiday, Surrogates, and many more. Starring in an LA 48HFP film puts you directly in front of this powerful casting director.Past 48 Hour Film Project participants include:Martin Freeman (The Hobbit, Marvel)
James Lesure (Las Vegas)
Penn Jillette (Penn & Teller)
Dennis Farina (Snatch)
J.K. Simmons (Spider-Man, Juno)
Kirsten Vangsness (Criminal Minds)
Join this impressive list of talent and submit your information today.SAG-AFTRA and non-union actors are all welcome — thanks to our special agreement with SAG-AFTRA.Important: Please only submit if you are fully available the weekend of July 31 – August 2, 2026.Actors and producers: Want more control over your project? Consider forming your own team and stepping into the driver’s seat!
REGISTER YOUR TEAM HERE:
https://www.48hourfilm.com/laLA
48 HOUR FILM PROJECT LINKS:
Homepage: http://www.48hourfilm.com/la
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/48HourFilmProjectLA
Facebook Private Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/48HFPLosAngeles/
X (Twitter): https://x.com/48hourfilmla
Instagram: http://instagram.com/48hourfilmla
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@48hourfilmla
Don’t miss this high-energy, career-boosting weekend of filmmaking. Submit now on Casting Frontier and let’s make some movie magic!🎬🤝 LA 48HFP Speed Dating Crew Up Mixer + Early Bird Ends!More detailsqua, 8 de jul de 2026 17:00🎬🤝 LA 48HFP Speed Dating Crew Up Mixer + Early Bird Ends!Wed, Jul 8, 2026 5:00 PMFilmmakers, Cast & Crew — come on out and finish building your Los Angeles 48 Hour Film Project teams!
We’re celebrating the END of Early Bird at Forman’s Whiskey Tavern with our 2nd Official Mixer — this time it’s a Speed Dating Mixer for filmmakers!
This is your chance to quickly meet and connect with cast and crew members looking to join teams. Think speed dating… but for film projects!
This is your last chance to lock in Early Bird pricing and save $20 before it ends!
Only 50 spots available — space is very limited, so arrive early!
If you’ve already registered a team (or register before Early Bird ends), you’ll be entered into GIVEAWAYS just for registered team leaders!
This is the perfect opportunity to:
Save $20 with Early Bird rates before they expire
Meet fellow LA filmmakers in a fun, fast-paced setting
Find cast & crew through speed dating-style meet & greets
Join an existing team or build your own
Make key connections before the 48HFP begins
Whether you have a team already, are looking to join one, or still need to fill key roles, this mixer is designed to help you crew up fast!
Space is limited — show up early!
REGISTER YOUR TEAM HERE:
https://www.48hourfilm.com/la
Forman’s Whiskey Tavern
Happy Hour (M–F 3pm–6pm)
Show your studio badge (WB, NBC, Disney, or Netflix) for an extra 10% discount!
Happy Hour Menu Highlights:
Select Cocktails — $9
Select Wine — $9
Select Drafts — $6
Louisiana Wings — $7
Fish Taco — $3
Fried Chicken Slider — $3
Meat & Cheese Board — $9
Full menu: https://www.formanstavern.com/
Note: This is a FREE event to attend. Attendees are responsible for purchasing their own food and drinks.
Let’s finish building strong teams and save $20 while we’re at it — see you at the Speed Dating Mixer!🥇 LA 48 Hour Film Project Live Casting Call (Invitational)More detailsdom, 12 de jul de 2026 10:00RSVP via Facebook🥇 LA 48 Hour Film Project Live Casting Call (Invitational)Sun, Jul 12, 2026 10:00 AM🎬 The Live Casting Call is back for the first time since 2019!RSVP via Facebook
One of the most popular pre-production events in LA 48HFP history is returning to help filmmakers connect with talented actors before the filmmaking weekend begins.
Whether you're building your cast or hoping to be cast on a team, this event is designed to create new creative partnerships before the clock starts.
📅 Date: Sunday, July 12, 2026
🕙 Casting Sessions: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Location: Posey Acting Academy
For Actors
Actors must submit through our official Casting Frontier casting call to be considered for participation.
Due to the overwhelming response of 300+ submissions, we are unable to accommodate every applicant. A limited number of actors will be invited to participate based on their Casting Frontier submission.
Selected actors will receive an email with their assigned audition time. This is not an open casting call, and actors without a confirmed invitation and scheduled audition time will not be admitted.
For Filmmakers
Attendance is limited to registered 2026 Los Angeles 48 Hour Film Project Team Leaders.
This is your opportunity to meet talented actors, discover new collaborators, and begin assembling your cast before the 48 Hour Film Project begins.
We're thrilled to bring this event back after a six-year hiatus and can't wait to see the creative partnerships that begin here.
🤝 Special Thanks to Our Host Partner
A huge thank you to Posey Acting Academy for partnering with the Los Angeles 48 Hour Film Project to bring back our Live Casting Call for the first time since 2019.
Their commitment to supporting actors and filmmakers has made it possible for us to once again create a space where new creative collaborations can begin. We're incredibly grateful for their generosity and support of the filmmaking community.
Please take a moment to learn more about Posey Acting Academy and the incredible training they offer for actors at https://poseyactingacademy.com.🚀 'How to 48' Workshop - Master the 48 Hour Film Project – From Idea to Award-Winning FilmMore detailssáb, 18 de jul de 2026 10:00RSVP via Facebook🚀 'How to 48' Workshop - Master the 48 Hour Film Project – From Idea to Award-Winning FilmSat, Jul 18, 2026 10:00 AMJoin us online for an exclusive “How to 48” Workshop via Zoom as part of the 25th Anniversary Los Angeles 48 Hour Film Project! This is your chance to get insider strategies and real-world advice from some of the most successful 48 Hour filmmakers in the country. Whether you’re a first-timer or a returning veteran, you’ll leave with practical tools, creative inspiration, and a clear game plan to crush the 48.RSVP via Facebook
Featured Speakers:
Keynote Speaker: John Redlinger (Bad & Classic Productions)
Multi-city and Los Angeles 48HFP Best Film Award Winner — John will share how he and his team create award-winning films under extreme time pressure — plus his biggest lessons learned for producing the strongest possible film in just 48 hours.
Additional Jury Members TBA – More special guests and past award winners will be announced soon!
Michael & Leanne Westphal
Former 48 Hour Film Project winners and current Festival Directors of the LA 48HFP. They’ll break down team building, pre-production hacks, surviving the 48-hour weekend, and what judges are really looking for.
What You’ll Learn:
• How to build a strong team quickly
• Proven strategies for writing, shooting, and editing under tight deadlines
• Tips for creating a standout film (genre, story, and production value)
• Strategies on how to avoid pitfalls to get your film turned in "On Time"
• What it takes to win Best Film
• Where to take your film after the 48
Don’t miss your opportunity to learn directly from the best.Premiere ScreeningsGroup A: sáb, 15 de ago de 2026 13:00Group B: sáb, 15 de ago de 2026 15:45Group C: sáb, 15 de ago de 2026 18:30Group D: sáb, 15 de ago de 2026 21:00Group E: dom, 16 de ago de 2026 13:00Group F: dom, 16 de ago de 2026 15:45Group G: dom, 16 de ago de 2026 18:30Group H: dom, 16 de ago de 2026 21:00Premiere ScreeningsBest Of Screeningdom, 13 de set de 2026 13:00Best Of Screening4th Street Studios
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