48 Hour Project Follow Up

May 15th a group of 48 filmmaking teams, three judges, and one producer gathered to kick-off Salt Lake's 3rd annual 48 hour filmmaking project. Teams were divided into four groups of 12. Each team in a group drew one of 14 genres out of a hat. After that, each team was given the following elements to use in their film:

Character: Dan or Danielle Bridges, Roommate
Prop: a certificate
Line of Dialogue: "Whoa, I didn't see that coming.”


And they were off! 48 hours later 33 films ranging from 4-7 minutes in duration were presented to judges. The late films still made it for screenings and had the opportunity to be voted "audience favorites". Screenings took place a few days after wrapping production at Jordan Commons' Megaplex 17. The theater seats 325 and tickets were sold for nearly every seat.


More details including award winners can be found at:
http://www.48hourfilm.com/saltlakecity/
You can also watch the films online there.


Top filmmakers will present their film at the 48 Hour Film Project's Filmapalooza, which will coincide with the NAB annual session next year in Las Vegas. These winning teams will also be invited to participate in the making of a documentary and some will be included in other film festivals.

I was sad to miss all the festivities while I was out of town this year. Next year I will be certain to join a team and participate in the madness and excitement of it all. Hope to see some of you there!