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48 Hour Film Horror Project - Richmond
Lisa Giles
City Producer
Get Set to Make a Movie!
Previous Years
- 48 Hour Film Horror Project - Richmond 2026
- 48 Hour Film Project - Richmond 2026
- 48 Hour Film Horror Project - Richmond 2025
- 48 Hour Film Project - Richmond 2025
- 48 Hour Film Horror Project - Richmond 2024
- 48 Hour Film Project - Richmond 2024
- 48 Hour Film Horror Project - Richmond 2023
- 48 Hour Film Project - Richmond 2023
- 48 Hour Film Horror Project - Richmond 2022
- 48 Hour Film Project - Richmond 2022
- 48 Hour Film Project - Richmond 2021
- 48 Hour Global Film Challenge - Richmond 2021
- 48 Hour Film Horror Project - Richmond 2019
- 48 Hour Film Project - Richmond 2019
- 48 Hour Film Horror Project - Richmond 2018
- 48 Hour Film Project - Richmond 2018
- 48 Hour Film Project - Richmond 2017
- 48 Hour Film Project - Richmond 2016
- 48 Hour Film Project - Richmond 2015
- 48 Hour Film Project - Richmond 2014
- 48 Hour Film Project - Richmond 2013
- 48 Hour Film Project - Richmond 2012
- 48 Hour Film Project - Richmond 2006
- 48 Hour Film Project - Richmond 2011
- 48 Hour Film Project - Richmond 2010
- 48 Hour Film Project - Richmond 2009
- 48 Hour Film Project - Richmond 2008
- 48 Hour Film Project - Richmond 2007
When?
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11 Oct 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.
Try something new, level up your filmmaking, and join our community.
Sign up your team today! Make a movie!
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Speed NetworkingWed, Aug 26, 2026 6:00 PMCalling All Richmond Filmmakers, Actors, & Creatives!RSVP via Facebook
Whether you’re a director looking for the perfect monster, a cinematographer searching for a script, or an actor ready for your close-up, the 2026 Richmond 48 Hour Horror Film Project is gearing up—and we want YOU in the credits!
Registered Teams: Complete Your Nightmare Crew
Already registered but missing a composer, sound mixer, lead actor, or gaffer? Our upcoming Speed Networking session is designed to connect you directly with talented local cast and crew eager to bring your vision to life.
Unattached Cast & Crew: Get Picked Up
Don't have a team yet? Don't worry! Come meet local producers and team leaders who are actively recruiting for competition weekend. You'll have the chance to introduce yourself, pitch your skills, and get recruited on the spot.
Ready to Lead Your Own Team?
Thinking about stepping into the director's chair or producing your own horror short? Registration is OPEN! Gather your friends, register your team, and see what you can create in just 48 hours.AuditionTue, Sep 29, 2026 6:00 PMReady to scream? The Richmond 48 Hour Horror Film Project is looking for actors to join this year's filmmaking teams!RSVP via Facebook
Join us for auditions on Tuesday, September 29 at the Libbie Mill Library Meeting Room, where local filmmakers will be casting actors for their 48-hour horror films.
🎭 Audition Requirements:
- Advance sign-up is required. Each actor will receive a 5-minute audition slot.
- Perform one, one-minute monologue of your choice (must be memorized/off book).
- Be prepared to answer any questions filmmakers may have about your experience, availability, or interests.
- Bring 10 hard copies of your headshot and résumé to distribute to participating filmmakers.
📅 Sign-Up Information:
Audition sign-ups will open September 1. A sign-up link will be posted at that time.
Please note that audition slots fill up quickly, so be sure to reserve yours as soon as registration opens. If you sign up and later discover you can no longer attend, please delete your sign-up so another actor has the opportunity to audition.
Whether you're an experienced performer or looking to break into independent filmmaking, this is a great opportunity to meet Richmond-area filmmakers and potentially be cast in a horror film created over an exciting 48-hour weekend.
We can't wait to see your talent on the big screen! 👻Premiere ScreeningsMore detailsGroup A: Sat, Oct 17, 2026 12:00 PMGroup B: Sat, Oct 17, 2026 2:30 PMGroup C: Sat, Oct 17, 2026 5:00 PMPremiere ScreeningsSat, Oct 17, 2026 12:00 PMThe screams. The suspense. The surprises. It all leads to one unforgettable night.
Join us for the Richmond 48 Hour Horror Film Project Premiere Screenings as local filmmakers debut the horror short films they wrote, shot, and edited in just 48 hours.
From creepy psychological thrillers to terrifying monsters, dark comedy, supernatural scares, and everything in between, you'll be the very first audience to experience these films on the big screen alongside the cast and crews who made them happen.
Whether you're a horror fan, an independent film lover, or simply curious to see what can be created over one intense weekend, this is an event you won't want to miss.
🎥 Premiere screenings of every completed film
🏆 Audience Choice voting
🎭 Meet the filmmakers, actors, and crews
👻 An evening packed with chills, laughs, and creative surprises
No two films are ever alike, and every screening is filled with unexpected twists. Come cheer on Richmond's filmmaking community and help us celebrate another incredible year of creativity under pressure.
🎟️ Advance tickets are just $15. Tickets will be $18 at the door, if available. Our premiere screenings have a strong history of selling out, so we highly recommend purchasing your tickets in advance. Don't wait until the last minute—you don't want to miss Richmond's biggest horror filmmaking event of the year!
Gather your friends, grab your tickets, and prepare for a night of unforgettable independent horror. We can't wait to see you at the movies!Best of RVA HorrorSun, Oct 25, 2026 3:00 PMJoin us for the thrilling finale of the 2026 Richmond 48 Hour Horror Film Project!RSVP via Facebook
The top films from this year's competition return to the big screen for one final encore screening before we celebrate the filmmakers, actors, and crews who brought them to life.
📅 Sunday, October 25
🕒 3:00 PM
📍 Grace Street Theater
If you missed the premiere screenings—or simply want to experience the best films again—this is your chance to see the standout entries with an enthusiastic audience of filmmakers and horror fans.
Following the encore screenings, we'll present awards recognizing the incredible talent behind this year's films, including:
🏆 Best Film
🎬 Audience Choice
🎥 Best Cinematography
🎭 Best Actor
🎭 Best Actress
🎼 Best Original Music
…and many more!
The coveted Best Film winner will be announced live during the ceremony, making this the most exciting event of the competition.
Come celebrate Richmond's filmmaking community, cheer on your favorite teams, and find out who takes home this year's top honors.
Whether you're part of a competing team or simply love independent horror films, you won't want to miss the grand finale!
🎟️ Advance tickets are $15. Tickets are $18 at the door, if available. Seating is limited, and this event is expected to sell out, so be sure to reserve your tickets early.Big Dog Corner
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