48 Hour Film Project - Reno

Ivey Smith
Ivey Smith
City Producer
Daniel Kather
Daniel Kather
City Co-Producer

Get Set to Make a Movie!

New Years Promo $138
Opens: Thu, Jan 1, 2026
Registration opens Mon, Jul 13, 2026 12:00 AM

When? 18 - 20 Sep 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.

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  1. Registration Opens
    Mon Jul 13, 2026
  2. Dropoff
    Sun, Sep 20, 2026 by 7:30 PM to be On Time / Eligible
    Online via www.48hourfilm.com
  3. Cue the Chaos 2025
    Fri, Aug 28, 2026 6:00 PM
    TBD
  4. Reno 48 HFP Kickoff
    Fri, Sep 18, 2026 4:00 PM
    TBD
  5. Reno's 48 Hour Film Project Premiere 2025
    More details
    Fri, Oct 2, 2026 10:00 AM
    Galaxy Theatres Victorian, Sparks 1250 Victorian Ave
  6. Reno 48 Hour Film Project Awards Show 2025
    Sat, Oct 10, 2026 6:00 PM
    TBD
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