The time it takes to produce a movie varies wildly. In the long-production category, there are examples like David Lynch’s “Eraserhead” (6 years) and Richard Linlater’s “Boyhood” (12 years). On the other end of the spectrum, B movies often were cranked out in a couple of days. Roger Corman’s “Little Shop of Horrors” shot in two days may hold the record, at least for a movie that got good reviews (Rotten Tomatoes score of 91%).

But of course, there’s a lot more to making a movie than shooting: scripting, casting, rehearsing, editing, and scoring. All of which is meant to play up the 48-hour filmmaking contest—The Smartphone Film Kabaret— presented by Kino T.O. and TSFF. Seven filmmaking teams will have two days to produce a short film (June 7-9). Production will be in Toronto, Canada.

To enter, you’ll need to submit a reel and an online application form. Submitting is free, but if you’re chosen, you will have to pay a $40 fee.

If you have questions contact tsff.info@gmail.com or info.kino.toronto@gmail.com.