Johnson City's 52 Film Fest
Are you a filmmaker looking for a challenge? Johnson City's Third Annual 52 Film Fest is back March 1-3, 2024!
Teams have 52 hours to write, shoot, and edit a short film with a public screening at the end. It may prove to be one of the most challenging and memorable moments of your life! Learn more below or sign up now:
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Event Details
March 7-9, 2025
52 Film Fest
You and your team have 52 hours to make a film in downtown Johnson City. A screening of all completed films follows the competition. Register your team today!
Event Overview
Join us for Johnson City's second annual 52 Film Fest! Teams will compete in a timed, film competition for a chance to win amazing prizes. All completed films turned in on-time will screen at the Wallace Theatre in Downtown Johnson City and be eligible for the competition.
Event Schedule
2024 - Online Festival Registration
March 1rd - (8am to 10am) Teams pick up the required elements that must be included in their film from The Wallace Theater. 215 E. Main St. Johnson City, TN.
March 3th - (10am to noon) Finished films must be dropped off at The Wallace Theater. 215 E. Main St. Johnson City, TN.
March 3th - 5pm - Completed competition films screen, followed by an awards ceremony.
Awards Include:
- Best in Show
- Best Actor & Actress
- Best use of required elements
- Best High School Film
- A. Pearson Vital Voice & Vision
Sponsors:
The Wallace Theatre, ETSU's Media & Communication Department, Action VFX, Plan A Films, Spark Plaza, Dos Gatos, Create Appalachia, Highlands Horrorfest, Tennessee Film Nights, Cinema at the Bud Frank Theater, ETSU Research Corporation & BrandStorytelling+
Contact information:
Shara Lange
ETSU Media & Communication Department
langes@etsu.edu