Frightening48
Click here for 2023 Results
Over the course of an adrenaline-filled weekend, filmmaking teams compete to write, shoot, and edit a short horror film based a provided line of dialogue and a given prop. The films will be screened online on PRIMAA's Youtube page beginning at 7:00 PM Oct. 29.
All participants will be entered into a draw for various participation prizes. (PRIMAA Board Members are not eligible for participation prizes).
PRIMAA will be handing out two award titles for Judges’ and Audience’s Choice, but the real prize will be bragging rights.
LIVE SCREENING AT GPLT on OCT 29
We will be screening the films from this year’s Frightening 48 Film Challenge, giving out prizes and awards for Frightening 48 Challenge participants, plus we have a special test screening of Remolded, a locally produced horror film.
Watch the Remolded trailer here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qaQLJZ5Q3ww
Come out, get your scream on and support local independent media arts!
When: October 29, 2023 - Doors open at 6:45pm
Where: Grande Prairie Live Theatre
Tickets: $15/person
Get tickets online at the GPLT box office:
https://tickets.gplt.ab.ca/TheatreManager/1/tmEvent/tmEvent1492.html
All participants will be entered into a draw for various participation prizes. (PRIMAA Board Members are not eligible for participation prizes). PRIMAA will be handing out two award titles for Judges’ and Audience’s Choice, but the real prize will be bragging rights.
INFORMATION SESSION
Join us Tuesday October 3rd for a meet and greet, a few tips for making your horror masterpiece and even creating a new team.
Register here for the info session
At the information session:
- An overview of how the Frightening48 Film Challenge works
- Beginner filmmaking hacks
- Tips from past Frightening48 Film Challenge participants
- Opportunity to connect with other media artists
REGISTRATION
Register Here for the Competition
Teams of all ages and skill levels are encouraged to participate. All short films must be produced in the Peace Region to qualify for entry. PRIMAA is happy to help individuals find a team to join.
Please read the Full Rules before registering!
Shooting Weekend
6 pm Friday Oct. 13, 2023 until 6 pm, Sunday Oct. 15, 2023
ALL FILMS must be handed in by 6 pm on Sunday to qualify.
ENTRY FEE
Team Registration Fee - $30
Only one fee is required per team. PRIMAA membership is not required.
PROCESS
The Start
Starter packages will be emailed to all teams on (date TBA).
Each team will be given their starter package. All teams will have to include a specific prop and line of dialogue in their film. The prop and dialogue line will be the same for all teams. Each of these must be included in your final short film project to qualify.
The End
Completed 2-7 minute projects are to be turned in by 6 pm Sunday to compete for prizes. Late entries will be accepted until 9pm Sunday, however late entries will be exempt from prizes. Entries after 9pm Sunday will not be accepted. For more details see the full Rules and Regulations.
All participants will be entered into a draw for various participation prizes. PRIMAA will be handing out two award titles for Judges’ and Audience’s Choice.
Should you have any questions, please contact PRIMAA - info@primaa.org
