by Amber Wilkinson
Encounters short film festival is looking for entrants for its Mini Masterpiece competition.
No in its fourth year, the Bristol fest want your pitches for a mini film made for mobile phones or handsets.
The prize includes a high level premiere, travel and accommodation bursary plus VIP entry to all the industry events and parties.
Download an application from www.minimasterpieces.org.uk. Deadline is September 29.
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