Discover the secrets to mastering the art of creating a short film in just 48 hours with the Richmond 48 Hour Film Project!

Have you ever dreamed of participating in a 48 Hour Film Project but felt unsure of where to start? Or perhaps you're a seasoned participant seeking expert advice to elevate your game?

Join us for the "How to 48" panel discussion on Wednesday, May 8, from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. at the Richmond Public Library - Main Branch Annex. Gain invaluable insights and proven techniques from Project veterans who have achieved remarkable success in this fast-paced filmmaking challenge!

Our esteemed panelists include RVA 48HFP City Producer, Lisa Giles, and the talented minds behind FRENCHY WATERS. Winners of the 2023 Richmond 48 Hour Horror Film Project, this dynamic team secured victories in eight additional categories, including Best Use of Prop, Best Use of Genre, Best Trailer, Best Actress, Best Cinematography, Best Writing, Best Original Music, and Best Directing.

Don't miss this opportunity to learn from the best and unleash your creativity in the thrilling world of short filmmaking!

Calling all thrill-seekers and horror aficionados! Get ready to dive into the darkest depths of cinematic terror at the Richmond 48 Hour Horror Film Project!

Filmmakers from the Richmond area raced to make a HORROR film in just 48 hours, and you can see the best of them in the Best of Richmond HORROR Awards!

The 48 Hour Film Project (48HFP) is the world's largest timed film competition, and it has returned to Richmond as a part of the 2023 international tour. One film will be chosen by a panel of film professionals as the "Best 48HFP HORROR Film of Richmond" and that film will move on to screen at Filmapalooza in Lisbon, Portugal in March 2024. A runner-up and awards in numerous other categories will also be awarded immediately after the screenings. 

🍿 Join us for a blood-curdling marathon of the most bone-chilling, hair-raising horror films that will have you screaming for more.

REDACTED, Andy Singer - "Finger Food"

Pure Artistry Productions, Jaclyn Vames - "The Real Diehl"

My Spooky Uncle Derek, Will Barker - "Saxholm Syndrome"

Department 560, Stephen Thomas French - "The Banjoing"

C.A.V. (Chris Abaya Ventures), Chris Abaya - "Diehl with the Devil"

Life&Death, Franklin Vaughan - "Viral"

Whole Pig Pictures, Shayne Lechelt - "Another Childless Millennial"

Fourth Floor Films, Adam Lapallo - "Ghost Light"

Mad Crab & Eckz Productions, Corbin Rowell - "Vessel"

The Underdog Team, Will Sidaros - "Blackout"

FRENCHY WATERS, Chris Austin - "The Drove" 

Tickets are available for purchase for $12 online through Saturday, November 4 or at the door, for $15, cash only.

Films are not rated and some may contain mature content or language.

PURCHASE TICKETS HERE

Calling all thrill-seekers and horror aficionados! Get ready to dive into the darkest depths of cinematic terror at the Richmond 48 Hour Horror Film Project!

Filmmakers from the Richmond area race to make a HORROR film in just 48 hours, and you can see them in their dazzling World Premiere Screenings! Each screening will include a Q&A with the filmmakers immediately following the films and a chance for YOU to select an Audience Choice Award for that screening. Voting will be via QR code, so you must have a mobile device to vote! Tickets will be available for purchase online in advance through October 28 for $12 each, or day-of-screening for $15, cash or card.

SCREENING GROUP B TEAMS (in Screening Order):

Trash Films, Stephen Sharkey - "Diehl Dough"

Reel RVA Productions, Paris Lape - "The Operation"

Buster's Block Productions, Ella Brown - "What Happens in the Woods"

Spider Society, Marie Lindsay Anderson - "The Great Pumpkin"

A Rising Team, Alana Rising - "Threads"

REDACTED, Andy Singer - "Finger Food"

C.A.V. (Chris Abaya Ventures), Chris Abaya - "Diehl with the Devil" 

Life&Death, Franklin Vaughan - "Viral"

My Spooky Uncle Derek, Will Barker - "Saxholm Syndrome"

Rapid Industrial Arts, Ian Bailey - "The Riprap Runs Red"

Son of a Fritz, David Fritzson - "Requiem"

Whole Pig Pictures, Shayne Lechelt - "Another Childless Millennial"

Films are not rated and some contain mature content, drug use, sexual situations or language. Discretion is advised. 

Which film will win Best of Richmond, move on to compete against other Best Genre Films from cities around the world at Filmapalooza in Lisbon, Portugal in March 2024, AND have a chance to screen at the Cannes Short Film Corner?

🍿 Join us for a blood-curdling marathon of the most bone-chilling, hair-raising horror films that will have you screaming for more.

This show has a high probability of sellout. Please plan to arrive with plenty of time to find parking, get checked in, purchase concessions and find the seat you want. We begin ON TIME!

If you are sick, please stay home.

We do not offer refunds.

PURCHASE TICKETS HERE

Calling all thrill-seekers and horror aficionados! Get ready to dive into the darkest depths of cinematic terror at the Richmond 48 Hour Horror Film Project!

Filmmakers from the Richmond area race to make a HORROR film in just 48 hours, and you can see them in their dazzling World Premiere Screenings! Each screening will include a Q&A with the filmmakers immediately following the films and a chance for YOU to select an Audience Choice Award for that screening. Voting will be via QR code, so you must have a mobile device to vote! Tickets will be available for purchase online in advance through October 28 for $12 each, or day-of-screening for $15, cash or card.

SCREENING GROUP A TEAMS (in Screening Order):

Not Dead Yet Productions, Derek W. Young - "Never Say Never"

460studios, Jeramy Montrel Moore - "Campbell's Bridge"

Tiney Horror Picture Show, Taylor “Tiney” Tyler - "Primal Behavior"

Haunted Reel Productions, Andy Myers - "Triggered"

Fourth Floor Films, Adam Lapallo - "Ghost Light"

RPAA Digital Arts Lab, Andrew Keeton - "Deck of Deals"

WhatRhymesWithHorror, Liam Michael Anderson - "file.48"

Mad Crab & Eckz, Corbin Rowell - "Vessel" 

The Underdog Team, Will Sidaros - "Blackout" 

Department 560, Stephen Thomas French - "The Banjoing"

FRENCHY WATERS, Chris Austin - "THE DROVE"

The Campus Broadcast, Griffin Alfred Siciliano - "Good Guy"

Pure Artistry Productions, - Jaclyn Names - "The Real Diehl" 

Films are not rated and some may contain mature language or situations.

Which film will win Best of Richmond, move on to compete against other Best Genre Films from cities around the world at Filmapalooza in Lisbon, Portugal in March 2024, AND have a chance to screen at the Cannes Short Film Corner?

🍿 Join us for a blood-curdling marathon of the most bone-chilling, hair-raising horror films that will have you screaming for more.

This show has a high probability of sellout. Please plan to arrive with plenty of time to find parking, get checked in, purchase concessions and find the seat you want. We begin ON TIME!

If you are sick, please stay home.

We do not offer refunds.

PURCHASE TICKETS HERE

Filmmakers from the Richmond area race to make a film in just 48 hours, and you can see the best of them here!

The 48 Hour Film Project (48HFP) is the world's largest timed film competition, and it has returned to Richmond as a part of the 2023 international tour. One film will be chosen by a panel of film professionals as the "Best 48HFP Film of Richmond" and that film will move on to screen at Filmapalooza in Lisbon, Portugal in March 2024, and even get a shot at a screening in next year's Cannes Film Festival Short Film Corner! A runner-up and awards in numerous other categories will also be presented immediately after the screenings. 

Tickets are available for purchase for $12 online through Friday, July 28 or at the door, for $15, cash only.

Congratulations to the following teams/films listed in screening order:

POWER UP, Andy Myers - "Death & Taxes"

Tiki Design, Christine Marie Kirby - "Mundane"

Reel RVA Productions, Paris Lape - "Everyone Must Pay"

Proper Productions, Christopher A. Okamuro - "Monkey Business: an Ape P.I. Mystery"

Fourth Floor Films, Michael Crouch - "Big Banana"

Holly Cherry, Kenton P. Gordon - "Counterfeit"

Frenchy Waters, Chris Austin - "Just a Little Micro"

Feridon Terry Productions, Feridon Terry - "Vetiti Fructus"

My Uncle Derek, Will Barker - "Hyperkalemia"

Black Coral, Caroline Hubert - "Call of the Wild"

Son of an Underdog, Will Sidaros - "Hit & Split"

[REDACED], David Freeman - "Fore"

Filmmakers from the Richmond area race to make a film in just 48 hours, and you can see them in their dazzling World Premier Screenings! Each screening will include a Q&A with the filmmakers immediately following the films and a chance for YOU to select an Audience Favorite Award for that screening. Voting will be via QR code! You must have a mobile device to vote!

Tickets are available for purchase online in advance through July 22 for $12 each, or day-of-premiere for $15, cash or card.

SCREENING GROUP B (now in Screening Order):

Lens Breakers, Sebastian Barbaran - "Deception" 

OA JET, Jasmine Alexandria Elmore - "Relinquish" 

Fourth Floor Films, Michael Crouch - "Big Banana" 

Cold Sweatshirt Productions, Hannah Marie Riggs - "The Hike"

Feridon Terry Productions, Feridon Efraim Terry - "Vetiti Fructus”

TiKi Design, Christine Marie Kirby - “Mundane” 

My Uncle Derek, Will Barker - "Hyperkalemia" 

FRENCHY WATERS, Chris Austin - "Just a Little Micro”

Nuts and Boltz, Laurie Ann Vines - "Growing Young" 

Media Offline, Aaron Crocker - "Quantum Conundrum”

POWER UP, Andy Myers - "Death and Taxes"

The State Werx, Michael Cunningham - "That One Time in Cibola..."

Renegades of Funk, Vincent James Cannizzaro - "Social Contract" 

Holly Cherry, Kenton P Gordon - “Counterfeit"

Films are not rated and some may contain mature content or language.

Which film will win Best of Richmond, move on to compete against over 100 other Best Films from cities around the world at Filmapalooza in LISBON, PORTUGAL in March 2024, and have a chance to screen at the Cannes Short Film Corner?

Purchase tickets HERE.

If you are sick, please stay home.

We do not offer refunds.

Filmmakers from the Richmond area race to make a film in just 48 hours, and you can see them in their dazzling World Premier Screenings! Each screening will include a Q&A with the filmmakers immediately following the films and a chance for YOU to select an Audience Favorite Award for that screening. Voting will be via QR code! You must have a mobile device to vote!

Tickets are available for purchase online in advance through July 22 for $12 each, or day-of-premiere for $15, cash or card.

SCREENING GROUP A (now in Screening Order):

Monarch Productions, Elizabeth Bryant - “Bananas for Benevolence: A Twist of Fate” 

Jackson Studios, Armyni Jasper Jackson - "Whatchu Won't Do”

Son of an Underdog, Will Sidaros - "Hit & Split”

The Bloodline, John Zalubski - "Interstate Restroom Service”

[REDACTED], David Freeman - "Fore"

Black Coral, Caroline Hubert - "Call of the Wild"

Life&Death, Cevonte Burwell - "Terms and Conditions"

Proper Productions, Christopher A. Okamuro - "Monkey Business: An Ape P.I. Mystery"

Some Local Industry Professionals, Kit Marston - "Three Ring Bind"

The Weather Machine, Rachel Weatherly -"Internal Audit”

Rapid Industrial Arts, Ian Bailey - "Death Collector" 

Star Gazers Production, Co., James Shiels - "Red River" 

Mental Props, Lauren C Unger - "A Shark Tale" 

Reel RVA Productions, Paris Lape - "Everyone Must Pay"

Films are not rated and some may contain mature content or language.

Which film will win Best of Richmond, move on to compete against over 100 other Best Films from cities around the world at Filmapalooza in LISBON, PORTUGAL in March 2024, and have a chance to screen at the Cannes Short Film Corner?

Purchase tickets HERE.

If you are sick, please stay home.

We do not offer refunds.

Discover new works and original storytellers in cinema!

Our program showcases innovative short, independent film submissions from diverse, new and emerging cinematic creators from Richmond and beyond—the fresh voices experimenting and creating brilliant work without commercial pressure or restraint.  

Official selections for this event are:

I Mustache You [Comedy 13:35] - Shara Ashley Zeiger, Queens NY. Abby, a woman with social anxiety, OCD and agoraphobic tendencies, receives an invitation to love, self acceptance and the outside world. 

Gary & Celeste [Drama 20:54] - Will Dunlap, Richmond VA. On a lonely winter morning, two strangers seek connection and redemption after an unexpected rendezvous. 

Farmer Ed [Horror 16:40] - Azwan Badruzaman, Los Angeles CA. An isolated farmer makes a shocking discovery on his land and unlocks its mysteries unbeknownst to his wife.

Fleeced [Thriller 22:37] - Samuel Van Fossen, Lynchburg VA. A former child star, haunted by his past, becomes a serial killer.

Florence in Customer Care [Horror 13:57] - Jordan Sommerlad & Cory Stonebrook, Long Island City NY. A customer care representative at a furniture website begins to unravel as a mysterious rash appears on her body.

She’s Mine Now [Drama 6:05] - Dalton Okolo, Falls Church VA. An assassin takes a memento from the couple she has recently murdered. 

Will Dunlap, Samuel Van Fossen and Dalton Okolo scheduled to appear for filmmaker Q&A moderated by Ryan Cudahy following the screenings.

Tickets $12 in advance, $15 day of show. 

See the films. Meet the filmmakers. Be inspired!

TICKETS may be purchased HERE.

Our event begins promptly. Please arrive with enough time to check in, purchase tickets, purchase concessions and be seated by 7 p.m.

Films are not rated, but some may contain mature themes. General discretion is advised.

There is plenty of free parking at Bow Tie Movieland at Boulevard Square. Concessions offer pizza, chicken tenders, sliders, hot dogs, french fries, nachos, and mozzarella sticks, in addition to popcorn and candy. And there's a full bar complete with beer, wine, liquor and cocktails.

If you are sick, please stay home.

We do not offer refunds.

Discover new works and original storytellers in cinema!

This event showcases innovative short, independent film submissions from diverse, new and emerging cinematic creators from Richmond and beyond.

Official selections for this LOVE STORIES event are:

"Impression" [BIPOC/Drama 14:54] - Brandi Stevens, Atlanta GA

"Cabarrus" [Drama 9:31] Andrew Huggins, Harrisburg NC

"This is Not a Pipe" [BIPOC/Experimental] Joshua Milowe & Zakaria Kronemer, Richmond VA

"Rose" [Student/Drama] Aidan Whitman Baker, Croton on Hudson NY

"Delta Lovers" [Thriller] Natasha C. Smith, Long Island City NY

"Swing of Things" [Student/Romance] Michael Sencindiver, Reva VA

"Fatih the Conqueror" [Comedy] Onur Yagiz, Paris FR

"Social Pseudocide" [Comedy] Henry Anderson, New South Wales AUS

Zakaria Kronemer and Michael Sencindiver scheduled to appear for filmmaker Q&A moderated by Julie Pennini following the screening.

See the films. Meet the filmmakers. Be inspired!

TICKETS may be purchased HERE.

Our event begins promptly. Please arrive with enough time to check in, purchase tickets, purchase concessions and be seated by 7 p.m.

Films are not rated, but some may contain mature themes. General discretion is advised.

There is plenty of free parking at Bow Tie Movieland at Boulevard Square. Concessions offer pizza, chicken tenders, sliders, hot dogs, french fries, nachos, and mozzarella sticks, in addition to popcorn and candy. And there's a full bar complete with beer, wine, liquor and cocktails.

If you are sick, please stay home.

We do not offer refunds.

Discover new works and original storytellers in cinema!

This event showcases innovative short, independent film submissions from diverse, new and emerging cinematic creators from Richmond and beyond—the fresh voices experimenting and creating brilliant work without commercial pressure or restraint.  

Official selections for this event are:

“Mother of Martian,” [Sci-Fi 15:25] Will Dorney - Hingham MA

“Ask for Help,” [Horror 11:01] Gina DeAngelis - Williamsburg VA

“Time Spent,” [Sci-Fi 12:28] Rob Daniel Hutt - Oxfordshire UK

“Flicker,” [Horror 4:38] Chris Abaya - Yorktown VA

“Loved,” [Thriller 14:00] David Joseph Higgins - Asbury Park NJ

“Her Mother’s Eyes,” [Drama 15:43] Sawyer Macres - Denver CO

“Naked Zombie Girl is Back!” [Horror 12:45] Rickey Bird - Bakersfield CA

Executive producer/actor Joseph Sernio (NJ, All My Children), and directors Will Dorney (MA, ESPN), Gina DeAngelis (VA), and Chris Abaya (VA) scheduled to appear in filmmaker Q&A moderated by Shari Wiltshire following the screenings.

Wednesday, April 19 at 7 p.m. at Bow Tie Movieland at Boulevard Square. Tickets on sale $12 in advance, $15 day of show.

*Some films contain strong language, nudity and/or violence. Discretion is advised.

TICKETS may be purchased HERE.

Our event begins promptly. Please arrive with enough time to check in, purchase tickets, purchase concessions and be seated by 7 p.m.

There is plenty of free parking at Bow Tie Movieland at Boulevard Square. Concessions offer pizza, chicken tenders, sliders, hot dogs, french fries, nachos, and mozzarella sticks, in addition to popcorn and candy. And there's a full bar complete with beer, wine, liquor and cocktails.

If you are sick, please stay home.

We do not offer refunds.

This event showcases innovative short, independent film submissions from diverse, new and emerging cinematic creators—the fresh voices experimenting and creating brilliant work without commercial pressure or restraint. It is a boutique experience in the middle of the week where creatives, cinephiles, and general audiences alike can routinely look forward to discovering new works and original storytellers in cinema.

Official selections for this event are:

Wireless [Drama 15:00] - David Fritzson, Richmond

James, an aging baby-boomer, arrives just after closing at a local cell phone store seeking help with a smartphone. Derek, an empathetic employee, tries to create a connection across generations.

What to Watch [Comedy10:25] - Clarence Williams, IV, Los Angeles

Two friends have a hard time deciding what movie to watch.

Sam’s Town (Drama 11:30] - Carter Dodd, Denver

A sudden death in the family causes Sam, a fragile young man, to abruptly spiral down a rabbit hole.

The Worst [Web/New Media 14:00] - Kat Vivaldi, Richmond

This comedic series follows an awkward, angsty black male as he shows how dating life as a young adult can truly be… The Worst!

Safe Word [LGBTQ Drama 15:00] - Christopher Cunetto, Washington, D.C.

Cesar, an emotionally stunted masochist, must confront his self-loathing after his dom, Bear, reinterprets the rules of their game.

Screening will be followed by a Q&A with filmmakers David Fritzson and Kat Vivaldi from Richmond, and executive producer/actor Mauricio Pita from Washington, D.C., moderated by Scott Carter.

Discover new works and original storytellers in cinema!

TICKETS may be purchased HERE.

*Some films contain mature content including drug use and sexual situations. Discretion is advised.

This event showcases innovative short, independent film submissions from diverse, new and emerging cinematic creators—the fresh voices experimenting and creating brilliant work without commercial pressure or restraint. It is a boutique experience in the middle of the week where creatives, cinephiles, and general audiences alike can routinely look forward to discovering new works and original storytellers in cinema.

Official selections for this event are:

"How to Hack Birth Control," Sassy Mohen - Los Angeles. A satire comedy series told through the sharp wit and perky charm of the narrator Ruth, who takes on everything that sex ed never told you.

"Blue," Robert Petrie - New York. Jules looks to the stars for answers—and encounters intergalactic villains along the way!

"Gateway," Christopher Cunetto - Washington, D.C. After an unusual incident, a desperate widower becomes obsessed with contacting his late wife using a fringe-science meditation technique.

"Treasure," Anthony Parson - Richmond. Destiny embarks upon a journey to find treasure.

"Chimera," Andrew Lee Ryan - Los Angeles. Set in a not-too-distant future small town, a VR life simulation junkie goes on a mission in reality to get a new dopamine game cartridge before she goes through happiness withdrawal.

"At Last," Lancelot Mingau - France. The weight of a choice rests on one man’s shoulders.

Anthony Parson and Christopher Cunetto are scheduled to appear for a filmmaker Q&A moderated by Maggie Lovitt (Hollywood Critics Association) following the screening.

TICKETS may be purchased HERE.

This recurring monthly event showcases innovative short, independent film submissions from diverse, new and emerging cinematic creators—the fresh voices experimenting and creating brilliant work without commercial pressure or restraint. It is a boutique experience in the middle of the week that creatives, cinephiles, and general audiences alike can put on their calendars each month and routinely look forward to discovering new works and original storytellers in cinema.

Official selections for this event are:

“After You,” by Noah Pescara - Richmond. A heartbroken 25-year-old takes his therapist’s advice to meet new people, but what he finds is not what he expected.

“The Discipline,” by Prahas - India. A teacher disciplines her pupils when a few unwanted incidents occur in a residential school for children.

“Welfare Check,” by Devon John Doyle - Richmond. An officer investigates a disturbance only to learn he may be unprepared.

“It’s Sunny Outside,” by Michael Robert Kessler - Florida. Thomas is a stay-at-home dad and workaholic who can’t seem to get the quiet he needs to get any work done.

“On the Inside,” by Pal Gustavsen - Norway. A young man leaves his house to go for a walk when out of nowhere, people chase him with fierce determination.

“Compassionate Caren in the Big, Bad World,” directed by Dean Shortland. Created by Faith Murphy - Tennessee. Caren is a middle-aged control freak who isn’t feeling accepted in the world around her anymore.

Screening will be followed by a Q&A, moderated by Tre Tennyson, with the filmmakers from Richmond and New Jersey!

TICKETS may be purchased HERE.