…the folks at the Austin Film Society are scheming up a special event that is sure to delight fans of Richard Linklater’s milepost film, Slacker. The idea is to present a remake that incorporates work from filmmakers all over the world. This could be the chance you’ve been waiting for to create an homage to […]
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48 Hour Film Project San Francisco
For the ninth big year in San Francisco, the 48 Hour Film Project season is underway and we expect this summer to be bigger than ever before. We invite you to keep abreast of the buzz as independent filmmakers in the Bay Area gear up to participate in the world’s oldest and largest time based […]
Life and The Streets
One thing we love about 48 Hour Film Project films is that they often capture the look and tone of the cities where they are created. We found that this entry from the Tampa/St. Petersburg competition took us back to the seamier side of Ybor City. (Not that we’ve actually been there ourselves, just that […]
Whatever happened to…
Seems like Orlando has some hot filmmaking talent. The City Winner from 2010 is headed for the Short Film Corner at Cannes. Last year’s top winner in the International Shootout came from nearby St. Petersburg. This film was voted Audience Choice favorite for its screening group, and we can see why. Tell the truth. You […]
Check the Notes!
This film was created by the Smith Brothers for the 48 Go Green Challenge. Like many of the films submitted to this time-based filmmaking competition, there’s an excellent story behind the making of the movie. Take a look at the story of this character and see if you can find a cautionary tale for any […]
Why Go Green?
Some embrace environmental practices out of concern for the planet. Some do it because it satisfies their sense of stewardship. Some exhibit “green” behaviors because they hope to leave something intact for future generations. Some folks know that the best reason of all to adopt environmental responsibility has one ultimate goal — to get chicks! […]
Roommate! Can’t live with them…
…and it’s not nice to destroy them in a planetary cataclysm. Over 300 short films were created for the 48 Go Green competition, and this one from Ovation Pictures brought home the Audience Choice Award in San Francisco. Can the human race and the planet actually agree about who should take out the trash? We’re […]
Tastes Like The Real Thing
Can one meal change your life forever? Take a look at this winning entry in the San Francisco 48 Hour Film Project from 2010 and see for yourself. Judges and audiences alike responded with enthusiasm to this tale of creativity and survival. [vimeo http://vimeo.com/13273419] The creators of this film will premiere their latest — an entry […]
Hero With a Past
How does a former world travelling adventurer spend his middle aged years? Jefferson Banks seems not to believe that cold calling with insurance deals is the right path. So what will he do when his wife is kidnapped by the son of his arch-nemesis? Take a look at this entry in the San Jose 48 […]
Just the Way You Like It
The veteran hands at It Donned On Me have delighted audiences over and over with their competitive entries in timed film contests. This gem was created in 3 days with the assignment being Hitchcock style horror. We think they nailed it. Oh, but one thing was missing. Where was the cameo?