What does the cryptic crossword clue "Film second contest (5)" mean?

The definition is "Film". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). MO (abbreviation="second") + VIE (abbreviation="contest") = MOVIE; definition: "Film" The answer is MOVIE.

Film second contest (5)

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