Encourging local filmmakers to create films in one weekend, The 48 Hour Film Project (The 48HFP) returns to Singapore for its fifth installment from August 3-5.

A time-based film festival, The 48HFP is a global festival that takes place in over 100 cities around the world—allowing promising filmmakers an opportunity to showcase their work on the big screen. Last year's festival saw more than 300 Singapore filmmakers participating.

The 48HFP happens August 3-5, with the first night of screenings on August 13 and the best films to be featured on August 18. Register online at The 48 Hour Film Project website till Aug 2.