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Mark your calendars! This event grows in popularity every year. The short films are always highly impressive, and the atmosphereis perfect! The Red Carpet. The Pre-Show. The glitz and glam of the evening is always so exciting and a night to remember!
The pre-show starts at 6pm. Come and enjoy an evening of scintillating cinematic history. See the best of the best from various genres on the big screen. The top pre-screened films up to 20 minutes in length will be presented at the festival; winners will be selected by a panel of judges and you! Audience members will be casting their votes for their favorite film at intermission. Following intermission, awards and prizes will be presented! Those 17 years of age and under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
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Sep 24, 2022
7:00pm
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Address:
45 Symphony Way
Elgin IL 60120 - Phone: (847) 931-5900
- Email: hemmensboxoffice@cityofelgin.org
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