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48 Hour Film Project - Toronto
Christopher Cherry
City Producer
Steve Nash
City Producer
Get Set to Make a Movie!
Previous Years
- 48 Hour Film Project - Toronto 2024
- 48 Hour Film Science Fiction Project - Toronto 2024
- 48 Hour Film Project - Toronto 2023
- 48 Hour Film Project - Toronto 2022
- 48 Hour Film Project - Toronto 2021
- 48 Hour Film Project - Toronto 2020
- 48 Hour Film Project - Toronto 2019
- 48 Hour Film Project - Toronto 2018
- 48 Hour Film Project - Toronto 2017
- 48 Hour Film Project - Toronto 2016
- 48 Hour Film Project - Toronto 2015
- 48 Hour Film Project - Toronto 2014
- 48 Hour Film Project - Toronto 2013
- 48 Hour Film Project - Toronto 2012
- 48 Hour Film Project - Toronto 2011
- 48 Hour Film Project - Toronto 2010
- 48 Hour Film Project - Toronto 2009
- 48 Hour Film Project - Toronto 2008
When?
18
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20 Oct 2024
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 2025, 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.
Sign up your team today! Make a movie!
Events
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Kickoff More detailsFri, Oct 18, 2024 5:30 PMKickoffFri, Oct 18, 2024 5:30 PMOur KICK-OFF for the 2024 Toronto 48 Hour Film Project filmmaking weekend begins Friday, October 18th at 5:30 pm and it runs to 7:00 pm. Someone from your team must be there for the kick-off. It’s being held at the Madison Ave Pub, 14 Madison Ave, Toronto. Please try to arrive between 5:30 pm and 6pm. The process takes a full hour, from signing in to us going over the rules to doing the genre draws, to providing you with the required elements, etc...)
Only two people per team are allowed in the kick-off room due to space constraints, but additional team members can wait in other parts of the pub. At least one person from each team must be in attendance. Doors to the kick-off open at 5:30. You must stay at the kick-off from 6 until 7 p.m., as we won’t be giving you the final instructions until just before then. It’s going to be really fun!
Madison Avenue Pub is located at 14 Madison Avenue, Toronto (a 3 minute walk from the Bloor & Spadina subway station). We'll be in room B2... look for the signs, you'll find us.
Before the kick-off, you need to upload your signed Team Leader's Agreement to https://48hourfilm.com/login The
Team Leader’s Agreement, alongside all of the other production documents you’ll need for the filmmaking weekend, can be found at https://www.48hourfilm.com/documents . You will upload the signed Team Leader's Agreement to your account on the 48 Hour Film Project website, https://www.48hourfilm.com Login to your account by clicking on "Login" in the top right corner. Your 48 Hour Film "Dashboard" will appear.
ACTRA members are allowed to participate in the Toronto 48 Hour Film Project. We'll provide the one page ACTRA agreement at the kickoff; nothing needs to be done in advance. You'll upload the agreement with your finished film and the ACTRA logo must also appear in your credits.
Vistek is offering a 30% discount on rentals, at both their Toronto and Mississauga locations, for the filmmaking weekend. If you need any extra gear for your filmmaking weekend, go to Vistek and tell them your Team Name and the Team Leader's name to get the deal... they have a list of all participants.
Please visit https://www.48hourfilm.com/about to see the official rules and answers to Frequently Asked Questions.
Remember: No creative work can be done prior to 7pm Friday, October 18, 2024. (Do not pre-write or shoot anything).
All submitted films must be under 2 gigs in size. Your film should be: 1920x1080, H264; MP4 or .mov.
If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to email us at toronto@48hourfilm.com
Best,
Steve & Christopher
Steve Nash & Christopher Cherry
Toronto 48 Hour Film Project
www.48hourfilm.com/toronto
DropoffSun, Oct 20, 2024 7:00 AMAll Films are to be dropped-off online.
For your Film to be On-Time and eligible for awards, the film deadline is: 7:30pm on Sunday, October 20, 2024. (But remember, Late Films screen too, so get them in!) Call or text us if you’re running late.
The final version of your film must be in one of the accepted formats listed on the 48HFP Dashboard (Login and download the “Tech Specs”)
Complete your Wrap Up Form and Team Roster, and Upload your film and paperwork (Certification Statement, etc.)
Note: All films will receive a Premiere Screening. Only on-time films are eligible to win!
Drop-off FAQ
Is there guidance regarding recommended browsers? We do not recommend using Safari to upload your film and paperwork, as it works sometimes but not all of the time. We strongly encourage using Chrome and Firefox.
Where do I find the title card templates? Login into your Dash account and select your team. Next, you will see the selected project with buttons to download title card templates.
What time does the film have to be submitted to be ON-TIME? You must have your checksum on Sunday by 7:30 PM at the latest. This checksum creates a fingerprint of your file as soon as you drag your file into the “film drop-off” box. This may take a couple of minutes, so ensure a timely start. Best Advice: Aim for a 7:00 PM drop-off, which gives you half an hour to start your download.
The upload appears to be stuck, but it’s after 7:30 PM! Don’t worry. This happens occasionally. But as long as you have an on-time checksum and have not changed anything about the original file, you can just refresh your browser and try again. Your drop-off time will appear again as soon as the fingerprinting phase (yellow beam) is done.
Nothing seems to happen, no yellow beam, nothing! Sometimes a browser can work against you. Sometimes Safari (among others) has issues. Best Advice: Use Chrome or Firefox. Still have issues? Try switching computers.
Can I finish the upload at a different location? Yes, as long as you have an on-time checksum, you can interrupt the upload and finish it somewhere else. But, ensure we have your film as soon as possible. Remember: You must upload the exact same file.
I’m getting an error about my file being corrupted, what now? This has nothing to do with your file, but how your file is received. Probably something went wrong with uploading, causing the file not to upload correctly. You can only fix this by refreshing and trying again.
The website mentions a “countdown,” where do I find it? Nowhere. This animation contains the old logo, which we don’t use anymore. But it’s not prohibited to use, hence it is still in the rules.
What can I do to prepare for my film upload? Make sure you are logged into the system at 7:00 PM and have navigated to the Film Upload page. If you already know the final title of your film, fill it in so the only thing you have to do is drop the file into the dropzone after checking that your file plays back after rendering and is correct.
I’m not able to complete my film on-time… what do I do? Call or text the City Producers and tell them that your film is going to be late and when to expect it.
Will you screen late films? Yes, you worked too hard for us not to screen your film. It’s a marathon… just finish the race and we’ll cheer when you cross the finish line.
Can I make changes to my film after submission? Yes, it’s your film and you can make your Director’s Cut. However, we’re screening the versions uploaded… warts and all, because we’re celebrating the run and what you’re able to accomplish in only 48 hours.
Premiere Screenings More detailsGroup A: Sun, Nov 10, 2024 1:00 PMGroup B: Sun, Nov 10, 2024 4:00 PMGroup C: Tue, Nov 12, 2024 6:30 PMGroup D: Wed, Nov 13, 2024 6:30 PMGroup E: Thu, Nov 14, 2024 6:30 PMGroup F: Sat, Nov 16, 2024 1:00 PMGroup G: Sat, Nov 16, 2024 4:00 PMGroup H: Sun, Nov 17, 2024 1:00 PMGroup I: Sun, Nov 17, 2024 4:00 PMPremiere ScreeningsSun, Nov 10, 2024 1:00 PMFilmmakers, friends, and film enthusiasts, join us for the Premiere Screenings of the Toronto 48 Hour Film Project, where we celebrate the creativity and hard work that went into creating amazing short films in just 48 hours. Each screening will feature 15 short films from this year’s competition, with a runtime of approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes of pure entertainment and filmmaking fun.
This is the highlight of the Toronto 48HFP! It’s a ton of fun to watch what was created in only 48 hours, with an audience made up of the cast and crew from all the films, their friends, significant others, and short film lovers who appreciate the effort and talent involved. The theatre buzzes with excitement, creativity, and camaraderie. The Premiere Screenings are what filmmaking is all about: making a film and then watching it at the theatre with an enthusiastic audience.
The audience gets to vote for their three favorite films, and the audience’s favorite from each screening group wins an Audience Favorite Award.
Completing the 48 Hour Film Project is akin to running a marathon—it’s an extraordinary feat of endurance, creativity, and teamwork. Filmmakers have crossed the finish line, and now it's time to celebrate their remarkable achievements!
After each screening, we invite everyone to join us for drinks at Loons Pub, just up the street from the Revue. It's a fantastic opportunity to get together, network, and celebrate our filmmaking community.
Each team leader will receive two complimentary tickets to their screening. These tickets will be held at the theatre under the team leader's name and available a half-hour before your screening.
For everyone’s convenience, Premiere Screening Tickets will be available for purchase online via EventBrite. Screenings may sell out quickly, so get your tickets as soon as possible.
Creating a short film in only one weekend is an amazing accomplishment, and we’re always proud to share and celebrate these incredible works with the best audience a filmmaker could ask for. Please note that these films are not rated and may not be suitable for all audiences. We look forward to seeing you at the screenings!
Join us for an event filled with inspiration, creativity, and community as we showcase the incredible work accomplished by local filmmakers in just 48 hours.Best Of Screening More detailsSun, Dec 1, 2024 1:00 PMBest Of ScreeningSun, Dec 1, 2024 1:00 PMFor approximately 1 hour and 50 minutes, you'll be treated to a showcase of creativity, innovation, and sheer filmmaking fun—there's always something for everyone in the Best of lineup. We’ll be screening the top 15 films from this year’s competition—films that are a testament to what a creative and competitive group of people can accomplish under the gun and fueled by a collective passion for filmmaking.
Immediately following the screening is the awards ceremony—a half-hour whirlwind celebration reminiscent of the Oscars but with warp-speed pacing. Our esteemed panel of judges, who meticulously reviewed all submissions, will reveal their picks for top honors, including Best Film, Best Director, Best Visual Effects, and 23 other coveted awards.
Experience a diverse range of short films showcasing the talents of local filmmakers. Be part of a vibrant community event that celebrates the art of filmmaking. Enjoy an afternoon filled with short films, awards, and networking with fellow filmmakers and enthusiasts.
Whether you’ve attended one of our Best of Screenings and award shows before or are joining us for the first time, you’re in for an amazing experience. Everyone is welcome to attend!
Come have a wonderful afternoon with us as we celebrate the incredible achievements of our filmmaking community. If you like short films and want to support local filmmakers, this screening is for you!
We’re proud of the strong sense of community within the 48 Hour Film Project, and we’re looking forward to seeing you!TeamsSponsors
