48 Hour Film Competition Premiere

Join us for the most exciting night of the Modesto 48 Hour Film Competition, the Grand Finale Screening at the State Theatre!

This two to two-and-a-half hour live event showcases the Top 16 films of the competition, selected from all submissions created during an intense 48 hour filmmaking weekend. These films represent the efforts of the most passionate and creative filmmakers in the Modesto area.

The Grand Finale is hosted by competition director Andrew Fischer Wong of Re:Told Productions and will include a ceremony to award cash prizes to the winners of the different categories including:

• Best Picture – Best overall film of the night
• Best College Film
• Best Youth Film
• Audience Choice

and many more!

Ticket prices are $20 ($21 online), and audiences are encouraged to bring friends and family to celebrate the filmmakers and vote for their favorites.

(3/27/2026 @ 7:00 p.m.)

Located at the State Theatre | 1307 J St, Modesto, CA 95354