WHAT IS THE 168?

The 168 Hour Film Project is a competition where producers have  168 hours (1 week) to film and edit a 11-minute movie based on a theme and a Bible verse.  All films are  created  during production week to premiere at the 168 Film Festival. 

At the end of the festival, awards are given to producers for all artistic and technical merit.

OUR MISSION

168 aims to illuminate the Word of God through short film.  We provide a training ground for filmmakers, reducing barriers to production and creating opportunities for pros and newcomers alike.  Teams are made up of people with diverse backgrounds, who learn to forge dynamic, creative communities. We encourage fair treatment of subjects, with emphasis on story and subtlety.  But, more importantly, filmmakers are advised to honesty portray the tale that God inspires. Truth, solid stories and high production value speak loudly to this generation and the next.

Our producers are now entering and winning awards with their films at other festivals, proving that you can do a great short film in a week.

Past and Present Participants in the 168 include:

Ralph Winter, Producer of the "X-MEN" Films, "FANTASTIC FOUR," "PLANET OF THE APES." Gary Hall, VP of Post Production at 20th Century Fox TV, and Luke Schelhaas, Writer & Co-Producer on the TV series, "SMALLVILLE."

168's 2006 Workshop Panel Included: (from L-R) Ralph Winter, Greg Michael, Hudson Hickman, Clifton Tibbetts, Wes Llewellyn, Paul Lauer and Paul Crouch Jr.

"I love what you guys are doing.  168 is an incredible opportunity.  This festival is an inspiration.  168 is organized and well run.  Don't miss the chance to be a part of this!"  --Ralph Winter.