The 48 Hour Film Challenge

Some of you will be familiar with the basics of a 48-hour film challenges; others not so much. This time-based challenge and numerous others have generally been conceived as incubators for those new and experienced in the filmmaking arts. For this specific challenge, the idea is to conceive, write, shoot, edit, score and produce a short film within only 48 hours. All experience levels, genre and filmmaking practice is acceptable: from live action to animation to experimental, we are all about the exhibition of the moving image and the celebration of new and rising voices. To ensure the integrity of this endeavour, some mandatory guidelines must be followed.

At the beginning of the 48-hour period, entrants will be provided a set of mandatory instructions known as “The Key”. The project can not begin until participants receive “The Key”. For example, you may be required to include a particular camera angle or editing technique or work to a common theme. Films will be limited to the same duration (TBD, but always under 5 minutes); all must be completed and submitted at the conclusion of the 48-hour period.