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The 48 Hour Film Project Kickoff

The 48 Hour Film Project in Madison will hold its kickoff gathering in the first floor galleries on Friday, October 10 from 5:30pm to 7:00pm.  

The 48 Hour Film Project is an electrifying and immersive experience that catapults filmmakers into a whirlwind of creativity and collaboration. Film Teams—from beginners to pros—compete to make a short film in only a weekend! It all begins with the Friday night Kickoff event when Film Teams draw genres out of a hat and receive the required elements for the films. Doors open for the Kickoff at 5:30pm. You can find out more information about how the competition works and how to register a team at the 48 Hour Film Project website.

The completed films will premiere at the Bartell Theater, 113 East Mifflin Street, on Saturday, October 25, 2025 starting at at 6:00pm.

The 48 Hour Film Project Kickoff

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Arts + Literature Laboratory is located at 111 S. Livingston Street #100, Madison, Wisconsin, 53703.

Our galleries are open Tuesday through Friday 10am-5pm and Saturday noon to 5pm, and other programs take place throughout the week. Please check the events calendar and education section for details.

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