48 Hour Film Project - Reno

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

Get Set to Make a Movie!

Registration opens Fri, May 1, 2026 7:00 PM

When? 14 - 16 Aug 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.

Hi Reno 48HFP Community,

We’re excited to announce that our 2026 dates have been set, with some changes to help make next year’s event even better for everyone!

Please take note of the updated schedule:

  • Competition Weekend: August 14th–16th, 2026

  • Judging Round Table & Panelist Viewing: August 26th, 2026

  • Screenings: August 28th–29th, 2026

Mark your calendars and get ready to join us for another epic year of creativity and filmmaking mayhem. Thank you all for the incredible energy you bring—this community just keeps leveling up!

If you have any questions about the new dates or want to get involved, just reply to this email or reach out anytime.

Let’s make 2026 the biggest year yet!

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  1. Registration Opens
    Fri, May 1, 2026 7:00 PM
  2. Dropoff
    Sun, Aug 16, 2026 by 7:30 PM to be On Time / Eligible
  3. Cue the Chaos
    Fri, Jul 31, 2026 6:00 PM
  4. Kickoff
    Fri, Aug 14, 2026 5:00 PM
  5. Premiere Screenings
    Fri, Aug 28, 2026 10:00 AM
  6. Awards Ceremony
    Sat, Sep 19, 2026 7:00 PM
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