Entries for 5-Minute Film Festival Sought

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Film submissions for the 5-Minute Film Festival, to be held at the Zoetropolis Art House & Theatre, are being sought by the Lancaster County Community Foundation, which is helping sponsor the festival.

The film contest offers $3,500 in prizes. Film entries include professional, amateur and student categories; they will be screened on line during the month of May for community voting.
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