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48 Hour Film Project - Asheville
Raul Acosta
City Producer
Get Set to Make a Movie!
Previous Years
- 48 Hour Film Project - Asheville 2025
- 48 Hour Film Project - Asheville 2024
- 48 Hour Film Project - Asheville 2023
- 48 Hour Film Project - Asheville 2022
- 48 Hour Film Project - Asheville 2021
- US Virtual 48 - Asheville 2020
- 48 Hour Film Project - Asheville 2019
- 48 Hour Film Project - Asheville 2018
- 48 Hour Film Project - Asheville 2017
- 48 Hour Film Project - Asheville 2016
- 48 Hour Film Project - Asheville 2015
- 48 Hour Film Project - Asheville 2014
- 48 Hour Film Project - Asheville 2013
- 48 Hour Film Project - Asheville 2012
- 48 Hour Film Project - Asheville 2011
- 48 Hour Film Project - Asheville 2010
- 48 Hour Film Project - Asheville 2009
- 48 Hour Film Project - Asheville 2008
- 48 Hour Film Project - Asheville 2007
- 48 Hour Film Project - Asheville 2006
- 48 Hour Film Project - Asheville 2005
When?
Dates to be determined
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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Best of the East Coast ScreeningMore detailsMon, Mar 16, 2026 5:00 PMBest of the East Coast ScreeningMon, Mar 16, 2026 5:00 PMA curated screening celebrating standout short films from across the East Coast. This program features up to 7 selected films, showcasing diverse voices, genres, and storytelling styles - from intimate character pieces to bold cinematic experiments.
The screening concludes with a live Q&A with an Asheville-based filmmaker, offering insight into the creative process, production challenges, and what it takes to bring a film from idea to screen.
Perfect for film lovers, creatives, and anyone curious about what independent cinema is doing right now through short stories.
Let's film AVLMore detailsTue, Mar 31, 2026 7:00 PMLet's film AVLTue, Mar 31, 2026 7:00 PMA collaborative brainstorming session for filmmakers, actors, and creatives. Come share ideas, meet collaborators, and help shape future projects—no experience required.
Meet And GreetMore detailsFri, Apr 24, 2026 5:30 PMMeet And GreetFri, Apr 24, 2026 5:30 PMMeet potential collaborators, form teams, and connect with Asheville’s film community ahead of the 48 Hour Film Project. Open to actors, filmmakers, and creatives of all levels.Introduction to Filmmaking WorkshopMore detailsMon, Apr 27, 2026 4:30 PMIntroduction to Filmmaking WorkshopMon, Apr 27, 2026 4:30 PMWould you like to make or participate in the make of a 1 minute short-film?
This is a hands-on introduction to the fundamentals of filmmaking, designed for beginners, actors, curious creatives and filmmakers, We’ll explore the core building blocks of cinema: story, camera, performance, sound, and collaboration.
No prior experience required, just curiosity and a willingness to create.Let's film AVLMore detailsTue, Apr 28, 2026 6:30 PMLet's film AVLTue, Apr 28, 2026 6:30 PMA collaborative brainstorming session for filmmakers, actors, and creatives. Come share ideas, meet collaborators, and help shape future projects—no experience required.Registration OpensMon May 4, 2026Registration OpensMon, May 4, 2026 12:00 AMInternational Awards ScreeningMore detailsMon, May 11, 2026 5:00 PMInternational Awards ScreeningMon, May 11, 2026 5:00 PMA special screening highlighting award-winning international short films from around the world. This curated program features up to 7 films recognized for their storytelling, craft, and originality.
The evening wraps with a live Q&A with a local Asheville awarded filmmaker, connecting global cinema with the local creative community and opening a conversation around process, perspective, and inspiration.
A compact, powerful hour of cinema, perfect for both seasoned film lovers and newcomers.Networking EventMore detailsMon, May 11, 2026 6:30 PMNetworking EventMon, May 11, 2026 6:30 PMA space for directors, writers, actors, cinematographers, editors, producers, and creatives to connect with purpose.WorkshopMore detailsTue, May 26, 2026 6:30 PMWorkshopTue, May 26, 2026 6:30 PMA collaborative brainstorming session for filmmakers, actors, and creatives. Come share ideas, meet collaborators, and help shape future projects—no experience required.
Meet And GreetMore detailsFri, May 29, 2026 7:00 PMMeet And GreetFri, May 29, 2026 7:00 PMCome connect with local filmmakers, actors, writers, and creatives in a relaxed, welcoming space.
This Meet & Greet is all about putting faces to names, sharing what you’re working on, and building real relationships within the creative community. No pressure, no pitching required — just genuine conversation, collaboration, and connection.Portrait Photography WorkshopMore detailsMon, Jun 29, 2026 4:30 PMPortrait Photography WorkshopMon, Jun 29, 2026 4:30 PMA practical, creative workshop focused on the art of portrait photography. We’ll cover how to work with a subject, shape available light, choose lenses and framing, and capture authentic expression.
Participants will have the opportunity to see a live model being photographed, gaining real-world experience and guidance on directing, posing, and creating a comfortable environment for portraits.
Ideal for curious folks, beginners, models, and photographers looking to strengthen their people skills behind the camera. We will also hold a raffle among interested attendees, with one participant selected to receive a professional portrait snapshot during the workshop.