Meet Our 2026 Finalists

Every year incredible filmmakers from across North America are selected to create content for the big screen. These are the 2026 finalists and their work.

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Behind the Screens

Full Sail University

Producer:Kylie Shouse

Writer/Director: Angel Quinapallo

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The Usual

Howard University

Producer: Aditya Gupta

Writer/Director: Avery Harrell

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What Makes Them Magic

Full Sail University

Producer: Christina Almuina

Writer/Director: Brandon Bishop

Behind the Scenes

See how the branded spots came to life through footage and interviews with the cast and crew.

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Making Of: Behind the Screens

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Making Of: The Usual

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Making Of: What Makes Them Magic

How it Works

Each year the program creates a scripting challenge. The Coca‑Cola® Refreshing Films is a platform to provide up-and-coming filmmakers from partnered schools the opportunity to create content for the big screen. See the process and become a partnered school.

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