The Heat is on!
25 Aug 2025
It's time to see all the incredible films created in this year's 48Hours competition!
You have two great ways to watch the official Heats:
1. Watch In-Person at a Cinema Experience the energy and excitement of seeing the films on the big screen with your fellow filmmakers. Remember, these live…
Read moreThat is a wrap!
20 Aug 2025
That was an absolutely mind-blowing weekend teams! Thank you for participating in our 22nd-year of 48Hours in Aotearoa!
We absolutely loved seeing all of your photos and behind the scenes moments this year, and are looking forward to seeing your films. Thank you so much for all of your hard…
Read moreFrom Set Stills to Stunning Posters: Designing Your 48Hours Masterpiece
18 Aug 2025
So, you've wrapped your whirlwind 48Hours filmmaking weekend! You're likely exhausted but buzzing with the energy of creation. Now, as the deadline for the Letterboxed48 Poster Competition looms (August 26th!), it's time to shift your focus to visually representing your incredible short film. Remember those brilliant production stills you captured…
Read more2025 Genres and Elements
15 Aug 2025
2025 Genres and Elements
Elements
- An accident
- Something precious
- A miniature
- Slow motion moment
Genres
1 - The Holiday Movie
2 - The Man vs Machine Movie
3 - The Race Against Time Movie
4 - The Found Footage Movie
5 - The Ghost Movie
6 - The Buddy Movie…
Read moreKicking off the Weekend - Livestream Launch
12 Aug 2025
Friday 15th August 6.30pm - 7.00pm
Get ready! The Vista Foundation 48Hours shoot weekend is about to kick off on Friday 15th August with a super exciting YouTube livestream supported by Massey University National Academy of Screen Arts. We'll be covering essential health and safety information, hearing from our city…
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