The Princess Bride wins Viewer's Choice movie contest

The Princess Bride was voted first in the Center for the Arts of Greater Lapeer's Viewer's Choice Movie Contest; a community screening is scheduled for Feb. 28 at the PIX Theatre.

The votes are in for the Center for the Arts of Greater Lapeer's Viewer's Choice Movie Contest, and The Princess Bride finished first. The contest invited members of the public to submit and vote on favorite films. Organizers said turnout was strong and expressed thanks to those who participated. A screening of the winning film is scheduled for Feb. 28 at 7:30 p.m. at the PIX Theatre in downtown Lapeer, with $7 admission. Contest results: - The Princess Bride placed first in the public vote. - Out of Africa placed second. - High Noon and When Harry Met Sally tied for third. - Saving Private Ryan rounded out the finalists in fourth place. - Jill Lyons, executive director of the Center for the Arts of Greater Lapeer, thanked everyone who submitted films and voted. Summary: The contest highlighted strong local interest in classic films and community engagement. The Princess Bride will be shown Feb. 28 at 7:30 p.m. at the PIX Theatre in downtown Lapeer, with admission listed at $7.