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Edinburg, Texas — The South Texas International Film Festival (STXIFF) is excited to launch its 2024 48-Hour Film Race, beginning on Friday, August 30 at 6 p.m. Filmmakers from Hidalgo, Starr, Willacy, and Cameron Counties are invited to compete in this high-energy event, which challenges participants to create a short film within a 48-hour window.
The competition kicks off at the Edinburg Municipal Auditorium. Participants will be given three unique elements—a required object, a concept, and a filmmaking technique—that must be incorporated into their films. Registration is open from August 15 to August 27, with a $25 fee per team payable at the Kickoff event. Late registration will be available on-site on September 8, but spaces are limited.
Completed films and required documentation must be uploaded by 7 p.m. on Sunday, September 1st. Submissions should be sent via a cloud-based storage link to stxiff@edinburglibrary.us, with a confirmation screenshot texted to 956-330-7542.
All films that meet the deadline will be screened during the 10th Annual STXlFF. Filmmakers are asked to refrain from making their films publicly available online until after the winners are announced. The awards ceremony will recognize top films, including the “Best 48 Hour Film” and the “Edinburg Film Friendly Award” for films shot in Edinburg. Additional awards and recognitions may also be presented.
Films must be under three minutes, including credits, and must be produced within the 48-hour timeframe. Participants must reside in the eligible counties, and all materials used must be properly licensed. The jury’s decisions are final and will be revealed during the screening and awards ceremony.
Please note that employees and volunteers associated with STXIFF, the City of Edinburg, and the Edinburg Arts Foundation are ineligible to compete.
For more information or to register, visit www.stxiff.com or contact the STXIFF team at stxiff@edinburglibrary.us
Contact: South Texas International Film Festival
Email: stxiff@edinburglibrary.us
Phone: 956-330-7542
