The 48h AI Film Challenge is coming to the Warsaw Film School on May 29–31!
48 Hours. 120 Participants. One Challenge: Create the Film of the Future.
On May 29, the Warsaw Film School will host the 48h AI Film Challenge — an intense creative jam for anyone curious about what storytelling looks like in the age of artificial intelligence.
Participants will have exactly 48 hours to create a 1–3 minute short film using AI tools — from image generation to voice creation and sound design.
This is more than just a competition.
It’s an experiment, a creative lab, and a space to meet people who want to reinvent the way films are made.
Every participant will receive access to professional AI tools from technology partners including Magnific.ai and ElevenLabs, as well as workshops, mentoring sessions, and accompanying events throughout the weekend.
What matters most on-site will be:
- originality,
- emotional impact,
- creative courage,
- and the ability to tell a compelling story.
At the start of the challenge, participants will receive:
- three film genres,
- mandatory character archetypes,
- and specific elements that must appear in the final film.
Everything else is up to their imagination.
The event is open to everyone — students, applicants, filmmakers, industry professionals, complete beginners, and anyone passionate about emerging technology. No previous AI experience is required, though bringing your own laptop and being ready for 48 hours of creative work is essential.
Participants will compete for:
- prizes,
- access to professional AI tools,
- opportunities for paid internships,
- and the chance to showcase their work internationally.
The event is created by Marek Mardosewicz — screenwriter, playwright, AI visual creator, lecturer at the Warsaw Film School, and founder of blnk studio.
“We’re organizing the 48h AI Film Challenge because the industry won’t wait until creators feel ‘ready.’ We want to give them a safe space for risk: 48 hours, new tools, real emotions, and one goal — to tell a story. Technology changes, but storytelling remains what makes us human.”
Start: Friday, May 29, 5:00 PM — patio of the Warsaw Film School
Final screening & awards: Sunday, May 31, 2:00 PM
Participation is free, but registration is required.
Only 120 spots available — first come, first served.