The 48-Hour Film Sprint Returns!
We’re excited to announce our annual 48-Hour Film Sprint, returning this year! The completed films will be showcased at the CPSFF on Saturday, May 31st.
The 48-Hour Film Sprint is completely FREE to participate in and open to filmmakers around the world! No prior filmmaking experience is required, and if you don’t have a video camera, your phone will work just fine.
This is a fun and creative challenge for friends, families, work teams, school groups, church communities, or anyone looking to have a great time.
Here’s how it works: On Friday, May 16th at 6 PM, we’ll post a set of instructions, including a character name, a movie prop, and a line of dialogue that must be included in your film. From there, you’ll have 48 hours to write, cast, shoot, and edit a complete short film that is between 3 to 10 minutes long. Once your film is ready, simply send us a link to the video before the 48 hour deadline – it’s that easy!
All completed films will be screened at the film festival on May 31st, and the winning film will receive the prestigious Scallywag Award.
The 48-Hour Film Sprint is completely FREE to participate in and open to filmmakers around the world! No prior filmmaking experience is required, and if you don’t have a video camera, your phone will work just fine.
This is a fun and creative challenge for friends, families, work teams, school groups, church communities, or anyone looking to have a great time.
Here’s how it works: On Friday, May 16th at 6 PM, we’ll post a set of instructions, including a character name, a movie prop, and a line of dialogue that must be included in your film. From there, you’ll have 48 hours to write, cast, shoot, and edit a complete short film that is between 3 to 10 minutes long. Once your film is ready, simply send us a link to the video before the 48 hour deadline – it’s that easy!
All completed films will be screened at the film festival on May 31st, and the winning film will receive the prestigious Scallywag Award.
Special 100th Anniversary Screening
At the festival this year we will have a special 100th anniversary screening of the 1925 silent short film "Dr. Pyckle and Mr. Pride," starring Stan Laurel (of Laurel and Hardy fame).
Laurel plays a scientist, Dr. Pyckle, who uses imself as a guinea pig when he experiments with a new drug that changes him into a compulsive prankster.
Laurel plays a scientist, Dr. Pyckle, who uses imself as a guinea pig when he experiments with a new drug that changes him into a compulsive prankster.
The 2025 CPSFF is now accepting short film & script submissions!
You can submit at the following link:
https://filmfreeway.com/CalcasieuParishShortFilmFestival
You can submit at the following link:
https://filmfreeway.com/CalcasieuParishShortFilmFestival
Last Day To Submit A Project Is April 20th!
Below are some pics from our past festivals:
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