Sprite Films(TM) Presents Original Short Films Created by Next Generation Filmmakers

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Nationwide Program Invites America to Vote for Short Films at Sprite.com as Student Finalists Compete for Fan Favorite Award and Green Ribbon Panel Award

Got a thirst to see the very latest film creations from America's up-and-coming filmmakers? Sprite Films(TM) today debuts four original short films developed from script-to-screen by four talented college student filmmaker teams from across the country. Starting today through August 31, America can view the short films at Sprite.com and vote to crown one team with the Fan Favorite Award. For the first time in the program's history, the team which creates the winning short film selected by a Green Ribbon Panel will be awarded the exclusive opportunity to work on a $30,000 contract job for Sprite and The Coca-Cola Company.

"The Sprite Films program returned this year to encourage self-expression and authenticity among student filmmakers nationwide with the challenge to develop a script that brings to life an aspect of urban culture while boldly delivering a story from their individual point of views," said Kimberly Paige, Assistant Vice President, Sprite. "Sprite has long been a cultural advocate that embraces youth innovators, and we value the talent and vision of these young filmmakers - one team of which will assist the brand in the near future for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to work alongside us on a special film project.