Three Competitions

Put your creativity to the test! What can do you in 48 hours? The High School 48 challenges students in their filmmaking skills. In three separate competitions they race against the clock and competing teams.

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Script Writing Competition

October 25 - 27, 2024

Receive your assignment on Friday night, then you have 2 days to write a script for a short film. Maximum length: 10 pages

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Story Board Competition

January 2025

The challenge is to visualize what the key components of your film will look like. You will receive a story synopsis and have two days to show your plan.

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Film Competition

April 2025

The challenge: Make a Movie in 2 Days That's right - you have 48 hours to write, shoot and edit a short film.

What can your team come up with?

"Beginning in my teens, I have participated in more than twenty 48 Hour Film Project competitions in 4 different locations. The 48 community has helped me grow, practice my skills as a filmmaker and start some wonderful friendships."