Who We Are

The 50 Hour Slam is an annual ﬁlm competition and festival open to all ﬁlmmakers in the Spokane and Coeur d’Alene area. The festival is designed as a way to encourage new and emerging independent artists as well as to challenge the more established ﬁlmmakers of the region. The ﬁlmmakers will have exactly 50 hours to complete a 3 to 6 minute movie; starting from the writing and development process all the way to the ﬁnal editing stage. The competitors will be encouraged to experiment and push their talents to create a unique and entertaining piece for their entry.

See 2025 the awards

Each year, the 50 Hour Slam Film Festival celebrates the creativity, passion, and storytelling excellence of our filmmaking teams through a variety of distinctive awards. From jury-selected honors to audience favorites and viral sensations, these accolades recognize the outstanding achievements that make the Slam unforgettable. Whether it's a powerful performance, stunning cinematography, sharp editing, or a team’s commitment to the Slam’s unique challenges, our awards shine a spotlight on the diverse talents that bring our festival to life.

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