A3F Challenges
72 Hour Short Film Challenge 2026
Whether it's a 24, 48 or 72 Hour Film Challenge or an One-Shot, All-Star or Fright Fest event, we host the most entertaining festivals in Arizona and the Southwest. Our Top 20 is legendary and our screenings are like a night at the Oscars. You won't want to miss these exciting challenges.
Tickets for the A3F 10 Day Film Challenge Top 20 Public Screening on Thursday, October 22 are now on sale! This is your chance to cheer on these very talented filmmakers and watch the World Premier of their films!
To attend the Top 20 Public Screening, click here. Our 2026 fall film challenge is sponsored by the Phoenix Film Office, Downtown Phoenix Inc., The Dance Experience Arizona and the City of Phoenix Arts + Culture office.
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