4TH OF JULY Sale: 50% Off (Reg $298)

Finish Your First Short Film in Less Than 2 Days

Turn your script into a finished short film in 7–14 days

Even with no budget, no crew, and no prior experience

BOTH FILMED ON PHONES

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Watch The Film We Made In 2 Days On No Budget

This won Best Writing, Best Acting, Best Editing, & People's Choice at a film festival.

This course is about finishing, not perfecting. You'll go through the entire filmmaking process, start to finish, and come out the other side with a real short film you actually made.

Lydia Singh

"I always felt like a ‘wannabe’ filmmaker. Finishing my script made me feel legit for the first time. I've completed more than 20 scripts since joining and have actually turned some of them into films."

Alan Lee

"The feedback I received on my script was worth the price of the course by itself! I'm able to turn my scripts into short films by myself instead of having a whole film crew and everything!"

Mohammed Kumar

"Before this, I couldn’t finish anything. I’d always quit halfway through writing because I never felt confident in my ideas. In 7 days I finished my first complete script and for the first time, it actually felt like a real movie!”

Here's what you get:

48 HOUR FILM

The purpose of this program is simple: help aspiring filmmakers turn a finished script into a completed short film they’re proud to share in as little as 48 Hours on no budget.

The purpose of this program is simple:

help aspiring filmmakers turn a finished script into a completed short film they’re proud to share in as little as 2 days on no budget.

No Experience Needed!

Complete Your Film in 4 Phases:

John Lentz

"I could write a script in less than an hour right now as a result of the Filmmaker's Apprentice! Thank you Tyson and Jordan for helping the many filmmakers out there like me!"

Alan Lee

The feedback I received on my film was worth the price of the course by itself! I'm able to make my short films by myself instead of having a whole film crew and everything!"

Hunter Sherrow

I thought it was impossible to make a short film on my phone and make it still look good, but this course helped me do it, and it turned out amazing! Thank you Tyson and Jordan!"

Let’s Be Real for a Second…

Making Movies is EXTREMELY HARD...

Takes Foreverrrr

Brainstorming, writing, planning, filming, editing... most short films take months to finish! The slowest part? Figuring out how to do it all by yourself.

It Ain't Cheap!

Film school can cost $100,000+ and that’s before you buy the camera, lights, audio gear, editing software, and everything else they expect you to figure out on your own.

No Cast. No Crew. No Clue?

It’s hard to shoot anything when your “cast” is your dog and your “crew” is just your reflection. Most give up right here.

Introducing the Filmmaker's Apprentice

CYBER MONDAY

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85% OFF the fastest, most affordable way to make a cinematic short film with access to 5 value-packed courses!

+ BONUS VAULT

Normal Price: $913

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5 Courses for the Price of 1

(Explore Each Course Below)

THE FRAMEWORK

Stop dreaming, start rolling—everything you need to get started. Our 9-step GLUE SCORE framework, how to build your cast & crew, and what gear to use on a no-budget set.

($98) Included

THE WRITER'S ROOM

From blank page to script you can shoot. Generate ideas, identify your story type, format your screenplay, and prep with storyboarding, shotlisting, and breakdowns. (10+ tutorials)

($98) Included

PRODUCTION PACK

Shoot like a pro—even with zero budget. Blocking, lighting, recording audio, camera settings, unlocking your phone's potential, cinematography, & set protocol. (10+ tutorials)

($98) Included

DIRECTOR'S CHAIR

The art of directing—distilled. Learn how to direct for the edit using the Kuleshov Effect, shape emotion through framing, and guide non-actors to deliver natural, compelling performances.

($98) Included

THE FINAL CUT

Turn raw footage into a cinematic story. Learn the 3 stages of editing, from assembling your timeline to color correction, audio mixing, and exporting a festival-ready film. (14+ tutorials)

($98) Included

  • Turn your script into a clear, shootable story

  • Catch story problems before you start filming

  • Walk away with a production-ready script

  • Turn your script into a simple production plan

  • Organize locations, actors, and shoot days

  • Remove the chaos from your first shoot

  • Capture cinematic shots with any camera

  • Direct meaningful performances from actors

  • Learn how to make your film with no budget

  • Tell your story in the edit using free software

  • Enhance your film with color grading and sound

  • Turn raw footage into a finished film

  • Find festivals that actually accept first-time short films with no budget

  • Submit your film correctly so it doesn't get rejected on a technicality

  • Know what winning or screening actually means for your filmmaking career

  • Find festivals that actually accept first-time short films with no budget

  • Submit your film correctly so it doesn't get rejected on a technicality

  • Know what winning or screening actually means for your filmmaking career

What Some Of Our 600+ Students are Saying

Accepted into film festival

Turned scripts into films

Removed all confusion

Was stuck for 8 years

14-year-old wrote first script

Actor making own opportunities

Accepted into film festival

Turned scripts into films

Removed all confusion

Actor made own opportunities

Made scripts much better

Finish Your Film Even If Your Camera is Your Phone

(All filmed on a crappy iPhone ON NO BUDGET)

Enroll Today and Get Over $500 Worth of Bonuses:

THE BONUS VAULT

The Filmmakers’ Circle

Connect with hundreds of filmmakers, pitch your ideas, and get personalized reviews inside our private community.

The Director’s Checklist

What Every First-Time Director Wishes They Had. A step-by-step workbook so that you can follow along and keep track of each task that must be completed to finish your film.

Blockbuster Templates

The ultimate toolbox for filmmakers. Download our custom templates designed to organize and expedite the entire process. So you don't waste precious time!

Apprentice Cheat Sheets

Quick guides to 10x your workflow and recall information without rewatching tutorials over and over again.

Exclusive Film Festival

Exclusive 48 Hour Film Festival. Submit your film, win filmmaking gear, and get your film seen by our community and guest judges. The stage is yours.

Lifetime Access

Get automatic access to all new lessons, templates, and tools we add to the course. Stay sharp with the latest strategies.

48 Hour Film Framework

From script to finished film in just 2 days

Value: $326

The Director’s Checklist

40 page step-by-step director's playbook

Value: $97

Blockbuster Templates

Hollywood templates to speed up your planning

Value: $57

Apprentice Cheat Sheets

Quick guides to 10x your workflow

Value: $35

Exclusive Film Festival

Win big prizes and get your film seen

Value: $99

The Filmmakers’ Circle

Private Filmmaker Community

Value: $179

Lifetime Access

Access to all future content

Value: $120/year

Normally: $298

4TH OF JULY DISCOUNT: $149

48 hour FILM

In 2 Days, You’ll:

  • Bring your script to life on screen

  • Direct actors and shoot scenes with confidence

  • Capture cinematic footage without expensive gear

  • Edit your film into something you’re proud to share

  • Finally see your name on screen:

    Written and Directed by You

...OR Your Money Back

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Here's What You Will Learn:

Complete Your Film In As Little As 48 Hours

The Framework

GLUE SCORE

  • Learn the 9-Step Framework that guides you through each phase of making your film engaging and cinematic

HOUR 0:

Cast, Crew, & Gear??

  • Learn how to assemble a cast and crew on no budget

  • How to get cinematic shots with free resources you have access to

  • Cheap upgrades if you want them

HOURS 1-3:

Write Your Script

  • Write a killer script fast

  • Learn proper script format

  • Learn the fundamentals of a good story

  • Get the best FREE screenwriting software

HOURS 4-5:

Script Breakdown

  • Color code your script using the industry standard system

  • Use The Breakdown Template for easy organization and coordination

HOURS 6-7:

Storyboard

  • Learn how to visualize your film before shooting

  • Learn camera movements and how to easily illustrate them in the storyboard

  • Learn Standard Coverage to work extremely fast

HOUR 8-9: Shot list

  • Watch our Shot list Template walkthrough

  • Turn your storyboard into a shot list to use on set

HOURS 10-21:

Production

  • Block your scene

  • Setup simple cinematic lighting

  • Learn how to record crisp audio

  • Prepare any camera for shooting with our Universal Camera Settings Guide

  • Shoot your film!

  • Learn to direct for the edit using the Kuleshov Effect

  • Learn how to Direct Actors

HOURS 22-33: Editing

  • Learn the principles that guide great editing

  • Download our Folder Structure to stay organized

  • Learn to edit in DaVinci Resolve, a FREE industry standard software

  • Edit your film in 3 stages: The Rough, Fine, and Final Cut

HOURS 34-43: Color

  • Learn simple Color Correction your film to achieve balanced colors

  • Learn to Color Grade a unique look for your film

HOURS 34-43:

Sound Design

  • Learn the fundamental sound design principles

  • Edit clean dialogue

  • Layer in tons of FREE sound effects

  • Add a fitting score

HOURS 44-48:

Exporting

  • Use our Project Template to export your film with the best settings in Resolve

Screen Your Film!

  • Learn how to submit your film to festivals to get your work seen on the big screen

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3. Make Your Films

Enhance your skills while building your portfolio!

Here's Everything You Are Getting for Just $149

Here's Everything You Are Getting Today for Just $149

50+ Straight To the Point Tutorials

($597) $149

We go from 0 to finished film as fast as possible. We walk you through EVERYTHING step by step.

PRIVATE COMMUNITY ACCESS

($249) FREE

Join hundreds of filmmakers in an exclusive group created for them to pitch projects and work together on them.

MASTER Templates

($62) FREE

The ultimate toolbox for filmmakers. Download our custom templates designed to organize and expedite the entire process. So you don't waste precious time!

Cheat Sheets

($35) FREE

Cheat sheets for quick help in a pinch! From helping an actor nail a performance to framing up a shot. Dozens of aces up your sleeve.

Step-By-Step Action Item Checklist

($97) FREE

A step-by-step workbook so that you can follow along and keep track of each task that must be completed to finish your film.

The Best FREE Software

(FREE lol)

We show you how to use the best free software available. So that you can make your film without spending a dime.

DaVinci Resolve Presets

($15) FREE

DaVinci Resolve presets to ensure crisp exports. (With transitions + effects on the way!)

Exclusive Discounts

($49) FREE

Discounts on filmmaking assets and resources from our partners.

READY FOR CONSISTENT FILMS THAT STAND OUT?


Join Over 3000+ First-Time Filmmakers using our proven system to bring their stories to life—without fancy gear,

film school, or a big budget.

What our Students are Saying..

Frequently Asked Questions

What if I don’t have expensive gear?

Not at all. Many great short films are made using simple cameras or even smartphones.

Inside 48 Hour Film, you’ll learn how to capture cinematic shots, light scenes effectively, and record clean audio without needing expensive equipment or a big production budget.

The focus of the program is helping you use the gear you already have to tell a compelling story.

At the end of the day, audiences care far more about story and execution than the price of your camera.

What if I don’t have a big cast or crew?

Most first-time filmmakers don’t have access to a large cast or production team.

Inside 48 Hour Film, you’ll learn how to design and shoot your film with a very small crew, sometimes even just you and a few friends.

We’ll show you how to simplify scenes, direct non-actors, and structure your production so it’s manageable without a large team.

Many successful short films are made with just a handful of people behind the camera.

The goal of this course is to help you work with the resources you have so you can actually finish your film instead of waiting for the “perfect” crew.

What if I don’t have a lot of time?

That’s exactly why the program is structured around a 2 day production timeline.

Instead of dragging a project out for months, you’ll follow a clear system that helps you plan, shoot, and finish your film efficiently.

Most students complete their film in a few focused sessions over the course of one or two weeks.

The goal isn’t to overwhelm you, it’s to help you finish something real as quickly as possible.

What if I’ve never directed actors before?

That’s completely normal. Inside the course, you’ll learn simple techniques for blocking scenes, communicating clearly with actors, and guiding performances so your scenes feel natural and believable, even if you’re working with friends or non-professional actors.

The goal isn’t perfection. It’s giving you the confidence to lead your first production.

Can’t I just learn this on YouTube?

You absolutely can learn filmmaking on YouTube. In fact, many filmmakers start there.

The challenge is that YouTube teaches isolated tips, not a clear process. You might find videos about lighting, directing actors, editing, or film festivals — but they’re rarely connected into a step-by-step system that takes you from script to finished film.

That’s exactly what 48 Hour Film is designed to solve.

Instead of spending months jumping between tutorials and trying to piece everything together yourself, you’ll follow a structured roadmap that walks you through every stage of making your film... from planning your shoot to editing your final cut and submitting it to festivals.

The goal isn’t just to learn filmmaking.

It’s to finish your film.

Is $149 really worth it?

That depends on how much finishing your first film is worth to you.

Most aspiring filmmakers spend months or even years trying to figure out production, directing, lighting, editing, and festivals on their own.

Inside 48 Hour Film, you get a clear step-by-step system that shows you exactly how to turn your script into a finished short film in as little as 2 days.

If that helps you finally move from wanting to make films to actually finishing one, most students find it’s easily worth the investment.

And to remove the risk entirely, you’re covered by our 30-day guarantee. If you don’t feel clearer and more confident as a director, just let us know and we’ll refund you.

Join 48 Hour Film Today!

(4TH OF JULY Discount - 50% off)

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$149 USD

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Lifetime Membership

$149

One Upfront Payment

  • Life Access to ALL Content

  • Billed ONE time only

  • Stream all 50+ Videos

  • Access FUTURE Videos

  • FB Group Access for LIFE

  • Yearly Film Festival

  • Asset/Software Discounts

  • Downloads/Presets & More

  • 30 Day Refund Policy

John Lentz

A BEGINNER was able to write his first short film in under an hour!

Chyna-Benae Edwards

AN ACTOR who makes her own opportunities by starring in the films she creates

Even in Hollywood...

Quentin Tarantino directed a thought-provoking MASTERPIECE that people still talk about to this day even though he had a very small budget, did NOT attend Film School, and did NOT have mind blowing cinematography.

Most beginners think that:

Fortunately... All 3 Of Those Are False And We'll Show You Why!

LEARN HOW TO MAKE COMPELLING FILMS THAT CAPTIVATE AUDIENCES

READY FOR CONSISTENT FILMS THAT LOOK LIKE REAL MOVIES?


Join Over 4000+ First-Time Filmmakers using our proven system to bring their stories to life—without fancy gear, film school, or a big budget.

Become a Filmmaker

The ONLY way to become a filmmaker is by making films. And this is the JET ENGINE that takes you there.

Develop Your Skills

The best way to learn is by doing. There is no substitute for a good mentor and personal experience.

Build Your Portfolio

This is not just another homework assignment. By the end you will have finished films in your portfolio.

Work With Others

Join an exclusive community of filmmakers just like you to make films with.

50+ Straight To the Point Tutorials

We go from 0 to finished film as fast as possible. We walk you through EVERYTHING step by step using our 9-step Framework.

($597) $149

PRIVATE COMMUNITY ACCESS

Join hundreds of filmmakers in an exclusive FB group created for them to pitch projects and work together on them.

($249) FREE

MASTER Templates

The ultimate toolbox for filmmakers. Download our custom templates designed to organize and expedite the entire process. So you don't waste precious time!

($62) FREE

Cheat Sheets

Cheat sheets for quick help in a pinch! From helping an actor nail a performance to framing up a shot. Dozens of aces up your sleeve.

($35) FREE

Step-By-Step Action Item Checklist

A step-by-step workbook so that you can follow along and keep track of each task that must be completed to finish your film.

($97) FREE

The Best FREE Software

We show you how to use the best free software available. So that you can make your film without spending a dime.

FREE lol

DaVinci Resolve Presets

DaVinci Resolve presets to ensure crisp exports. (With transitions + effects on the way!)

($15) FREE

Exclusive Discounts

Discounts on filmmaking assets and resources from our partners.

($49) FREE

Become a Filmmaker

The ONLY way to become a filmmaker is by making films. And this is the JET ENGINE that takes you there.

Develop Your Skills

The best way to learn is by doing. There is no substitute for a good mentor and personal experience.

Build Your Portfolio

This is not just another homework assignment. By the end you will have finished films in your portfolio.

Work With Others

Join an exclusive community of filmmakers just like you to make films with.

Better Than an Oscar" Guarantee:

Go through the framework. If after 30 days you don't feel clearer, more confident, and closer to finishing your film, just email us and we'll refund you. No hoops, no hassle.

We're not in the business of keeping money from people who didn't get value. Simple as that.

Join Our Community of Filmmakers

Lifetime Membership

$149

One Upfront Payment

  • Life Access to ALL Content

  • Billed ONE time only

  • Stream all 50+ Videos

  • Access FUTURE Videos

  • FB Group Access for LIFE

  • Yearly Film Festival

  • Asset/Software Discounts

  • Downloads/Presets & More

  • 30 Day Refund Policy

Lifetime Membership

$149

One Upfront Payment

  • Life Access to ALL Content

  • Billed ONE time only

  • Stream all 50+ Videos

  • Access FUTURE Videos

  • FB Group Access for LIFE

  • Yearly Film Festival

  • Asset/Software Discounts

  • Downloads/Presets & More

  • 30 Day Refund Policy

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