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The Oregon Screams Horror Film Festival screens international independent Horror, Horror Comedy, Dark Drama, Dark Fantasy, Experimental Horror, Dark Science Fiction, Dark Animation films, videos, screenplays, teleplays and episodic content. This event was founded by author and retired filmmaker Mikel Fair who worked on location in the Film and Television industry from 1999-2015. In 2023, Zeami Eccles-Irwin is taking over as the director of Oregon Screams Horror Film Festival. Multiple short films are screened in a "back to back" format. The northwest USA has a great fan base for horror films as well as other dark genre content intended for a mature audience. Films that make people scream, are creepy and even those that poke fun at the Horror genre are loved by the audience. When social distancing protocols allow it, this event is a great opportunity to network with filmmakers, screenwriters, crew, actors and industry professionals.

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- Up to Five Finalists per category.
- Award Finalists are announced approximately 2 weeks after official selections (top 30%) are completed.
- Award Winners are announced on the event date.

Best Acting Performance
Best Action Film
Best Animated Film
Best Cinematography
Best Dark Drama Film
Best Dark Drama Screenplay
Best Dark Fantasy Film
Best Dark Fantasy Screenplay
Best Dark Science Fiction Screenplay
Best Dark Science Fiction Film
Best Director
Best Editing
Best Ensemble Cast
Best Experimental Film
Best Horror Comedy Screenplay
Best Horror Comedy Short Film
Best Horror Comedy Feature Film
Best Horror Comedy Series Episode
Best Horror Comedy Teleplay
Best Horror Feature Screenplay
Best Horror Feature Film
Best Horror Short Film
Best Horror Film Trailer
Best Horror Micro Film
Best Horror Series Episode
Best Horror Short Screenplay
Best Horror Teleplay
Best International Director
Best International Screenplay
Best International Film
Best Music Video
Best Oregon Film
Best Proof Of Concept
Best Suspense Film
Most Original Concept

All films are eligible, regardless if they have distribution or not. All films are eligible even if they have been accepted to other film festivals. All films and videos are eligible, regardless of when or where they were produced. Even if your film is publicly available on YouTube or Vimeo, it is still eligible for submission.

The submission fee does not include an event ticket fee if selected. Submission fees and event ticket fees are separate. There are no filmmaker passes.

The judges read and rate scripts for this specific competition only. Submitting to this film festival does not affect the ownership or copyright of your screenplay or teleplay.

Overall Rating

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Communication

Hospitality

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James Alva

A great festival. So glad I could be a part of it!

November 2023

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Anthony Cross

Unbelievable festival. So personable and have been one of the most communicative and supportive festivals I’ve come across since I’ve been applying to festivals this summer. Thank you Oregon Screams Horror Film Festival for making my script, “CARNEVIL” a finalist for Best Horror Screenplay!!

October 2023

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Danny Alex

For me, the Oregon Screams Horror Film Festival is one of the top tier festivals that should be on everyone filmmaker's & writer's list. It's a festival where you can showcase your screenplay and stand amongst your peers to get a good idea of how it is. The team at Oregon Screams believes in what they are doing and it was an honor to have my script, The SICKEN: Awakening a part of it!

October 2023

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Neil Warren

I was not there, but was really impressed on the planning and communication. I was also very happy to have won an award for my film 'Mr. Poe, Memory and Nightmares'.

October 2023

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Harry Waldman

Thanks for selecting "Enter the Room" into your festival as a Finalist for Best Dark Drama Film. I wasn't able to attend the event in person, but was impressed by the detailed communication, the amount of effort put into the festival's website, and the interview was a nice addition. The venue also looks awesome. I had a very good experience overall and will definitely consider submitting future projects to Oregon Screams Horror Film Festival.

October 2023

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Dates & Deadlines

June 19, 2024
Opening Date
July 31, 2024
Discount Deadline
August 31, 2024
Early Deadline
September 30, 2024
Regular Deadline
October 31, 2024
Halloween Deadline
November 30, 2024
November Deadline
December 31, 2024
Final Deadline
January 7, 2025
Notification Date
February 20, 2025
Event Date

Categories & Fees

Micro Film (Less than 6 minutes)
Any film, video, music video, trailer or series episode that is 6 minutes or less that is a good fit for a horror film festival. Pricing for this category is less expensive than the others, due to the time limit. Horror, Horror Comedy, Experimental, Dark Comedy, Dark Drama, Suspense, Animation, Dark Fantasy, Dark Science Fiction or anything else that would be great to screen at a horror film festival.
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Action Film
This category is specifically for movies that have exciting action scenes, such as fights, chases, or impressive driving stunts that make the audience feel pumped up. The judges are searching for intense moments, well-done editing, impressive cinematography, and high-quality sound design. In this genre of filmmaking, excellent fight choreography and skillfully directed action sequences are considered a bonus.
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Animated Film
This category is open to all types of animated films, regardless of genre. It includes cartoon animations, which can be made using 2D animation, 3D computer graphics, claymation techniques, or any other method of creating animated films. This also includes Anime and stop-motion techniques, as well as experimental forms like flip book animation. Additionally, movies that combine live-action characters with cartoons are eligible for this category.
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Dark Comedy Film
This category is specifically for films that fall into the darker side of the comedy genre. These films are sometimes referred to as "Black Comedy" and have a twisted sense of humor that may not be suitable for mainstream festivals. They often include scenes with character deaths or strange and gruesome situations. Dark comedy films have a unique ability to make you laugh while also making you cringe. If your audience finds themselves laughing and saying, "that's messed up," then you've likely created something quite dark. This event has screened dark comedy films that showcase strange cruelty, characters trying to dispose of a dead body, accidental poisonings, or even dreams of murders and revenge with strange dark comedic elements.
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Dark Drama Film
This category is for a Drama Film that is meant for grown-ups who are at least 18 years old. These movies can be about serious and heavy subjects like murder, death, abuse, torture, suicide, depression, hallucinations, shootings, police investigations, gang violence, kidnapping, riots, uncomfortable risky situations, verbal abuse, war, PTSD, flashbacks, psychological breakdowns, or other similar topics that belong more to a "darker" Drama category and not necessarily to the Horror Film category. If a film has sex scenes or partial nudity, it should be submitted to this category instead of the regular Drama category. This will help our staff schedule late-night events and make sure we don't show this kind of material to minors.
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Dark Fantasy Film
This category is reserved for films about dark magic, mythology, the supernatural, wizards, sorcerors, hauntings, ghosts, witches, voodoo, curses, super powers, magical artifacts, potions, dragons, mythical creatures, or something similar? The judges are looking for darker fantasy films that appeal to a mature audience.
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Dark Comedy Series Episode
This category is specifically for content creators who want to showcase their dark comedic videos in the format of sitcoms, pilots, or a series with episodes. These dark comedy series episodes are sometimes referred to as "Black Comedy" and have a twisted sense of humor that may not be suitable for mainstream festivals. They often include scenes with character deaths or strange and gruesome situations. Dark comedy series have a unique ability to make you laugh while also making you cringe. If your audience finds themselves laughing and saying, "that's messed up," then you've likely created something quite dark. Episodic material refers to content that features a set of recurring characters and is designed to be marketed on an ongoing basis through television or streaming platforms like Netflix, Hulu, Disney, Freevee, Tubi, Amazon, and more. In this category, there will be five award nominations, including one overall winner for the "Best Dark Comedy Series Episode Award."
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Dark Science Fiction Film
This category is specifically for content creators who want to showcase their films in the Science Fiction genre meant for a mature audience. It's all about exploring the future, time travel, space exploration, disease outbreaks, experiments, artificial intelligence, aliens, futuristic weapons, scientific or technological breakthroughs, amazing new inventions, biological experiments, and any other concept that involves technology that doesn't exist yet. Let your imagination run wild with the possibilities of the future! Additionally, characters with well-developed backstories that are relatable to the audience can make a strong impression on the judges. Dark Science Fiction films are typically Rated "R" or intended for a mature audience that may contain detailed descriptions of sex scenes, bloody killings, gore or terrifying situations with mature content. Examples are “The Terminator”, “Aliens”, “District 9” or “The Matrix.”
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Experimental Horror Film
This category is specifically for experimental horror films that deviate from traditional storytelling methods or follow a non-linear structure. The judges are seeking films that incorporate images, dream sequences, terrifying moments, graphics, or sound effects that may seem random, chaotic, confusing, mysterious, futuristic, retro, strange, weird, or difficult to classify. Experimental horror films must possess a unique element that sets them apart. This category grants you the freedom to think creatively and present the audience with something uncommon, unconventional, or artistic, stepping "out of the box."
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Found Footage Comedy Film
This category is specifically for the comedy or horror comedy genre that showcases fictional recordings that are designed to resemble footage captured on old video cameras or discovered tapes. These films often leave it unclear when or where the events occurred for the characters involved. The point of view is sometimes shown through multiple characters who recorded the action and events as they unfolded. The overall production intentionally has a shaky, partially lit, or out-of-focus style to create a sense of realism and build tension. Blockbuster films like "The Blair Witch Project," "Cloverfield," and "Paranormal Activity" are popular examples. If you have created a funny found-footage film that generates laughter, this category is perfect for it.
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Found Footage Horror Film
This category is specifically for the horror genre, focusing on fictional recordings that appear as if they were made using old video camera tapes or found footage. In these films, it may not always be clear when or where the events took place for the characters involved. The point of view is often shown through multiple characters who recorded the action and events as they unfolded. The overall production intentionally creates a shaky, partially lit, or out-of-focus style to enhance realism and build tension. Blockbuster films like "The Blair Witch Project," "Cloverfield," and "Paranormal Activity" are well-known examples. Additionally, the show "Archive 81" on Netflix features a character restoring found footage to solve mysteries. If you have created a frightening found-footage film that evokes screams of fear, this is the perfect category for it.
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Horror Film
This category is specifically for creative and scary Horror Films that aim to give viewers an adrenaline rush. Do you have a film that was intentionally made to scare people? Does your film include terrifying action sequences, blood, gore, monsters, psychotic individuals, slashing, stalking, zombies, vampires, disease outbreaks, demonic possession, haunted buildings, or any other elements that would classify it as a genuine horror film? The judges value great sound design, musical score, cinematography, visual effects, and special effects.
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Horror Feature Film (31+ minutes)
This category is specifically for creative and scary Horror Films that aim to give viewers an adrenaline rush. Do you have a film that was intentionally made to scare people? Does your film include terrifying action sequences, blood, gore, monsters, psychotic individuals, slashing, stalking, zombies, vampires, disease outbreaks, demonic possession, haunted buildings, or any other elements that would classify it as a genuine horror film? The judges value great sound design, musical score, cinematography, visual effects, and special effects.
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Horror Series Episode
This category is specifically for content creators who want to showcase their Horror submissions filmed in a television or episodic series format. It's all about creating haunting and intense moments where the main characters face terrifying situations and fight for their survival. The judges are looking for scenes filled with blood, gore, monsters, psychopathic individuals, slashing, stalking, zombies, vampires, disease outbreaks, demonic possession, haunted buildings, or any other elements that create a truly chilling horror experience. Additionally, well-developed characters with relatable backstories can make a strong impression on the judges. Episodic material refers to content that features a set of recurring characters and is designed for ongoing marketing through platforms like Netflix, Hulu, Amazon, and more. We draw inspiration from existing series like Hannibal, True Blood, The Walking Dead, and American Horror Story. Please submit only one episode for consideration.
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Horror Comedy Film
This category is specifically for comedy films in the horror genre that are packed with jokes. Whether it's a Slasher parody, a reality show featuring vegetarian Vampires, or a story about breakdancing Zombies, we want to see it! If your film is filled with 80's era cheesy one-liners, unnecessary nudity, or mummies that run a coffee shop, then it sounds like it falls into the Horror Comedy category. If your film was created in the tradition of Shaun of the Dead, Cabin in the Woods or Scary Movie, then we definitely want you to send it to us.
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Horror Comedy Feature Film (31+ minutes)
This category is specifically for comedy films in the horror genre that are packed with jokes. Whether it's a Slasher parody, a reality show featuring vegetarian Vampires, or a story about breakdancing Zombies, we want to see it! If your film is filled with 80's era cheesy one-liners, unnecessary nudity, or mummies that run a coffee shop, then it sounds like it falls into the Horror Comedy category. If your film was created in the tradition of Shaun of the Dead, Cabin in the Woods or Scary Movie, then we definitely want you to send it to us.
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Horror Comedy Series Episode
This category is specifically for content creators who want to showcase their comedic videos that blend with the horror genre in the format of sitcoms, pilots, or a series with episodes. Episodic material refers to content that features recurring characters and is intended for continuous marketing through television or streaming platforms like Netflix, Hulu, Disney, Freevee, Tubi, Amazon, and more. We are interested in comedy films that combine humor with the horror genre. Whether it's a parody of Slasher movies, a reality show featuring vegetarian Vampires, or a tale about Redneck Zombies, we're excited to see it! If your film is filled with cheesy one-liners reminiscent of the 80s and includes unnecessary nudity, and it falls into the Horror Comedy Series category, we definitely want you to send it our way.
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Music Video
This category is reserved for music videos of all musical genres. The judges are impressed by good stories, great acting, excellent cinematography, and cool editing that syncs really well with the music. If your music video is publicly available on Vimeo, Vevo or YouTube, your submission is qualified for entry. Official selections, nominations or awards on the Film Festival Circuit may help your video get exposure. The duration of video files submitted to the Music Video category must be less than (6:00) six minutes in length including all credits. This category has also been listed at our partner event, Austin After Dark Film Festival
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Proof Of Concept
Is your film or video a proof-of-concept for a feature length film or ongoing series? We give additional award consideration and public recognition to submissions that are created in a form that is 30 minutes or less, but are intended to show investors, distributors and production companies a sample of a larger project. Please understand, we are giving recognition to submissions that are a proof-of-concept, but this film festival is not your personal sales agent. We do not sell your work and negotiate business deals on your behalf.. You represent your own creative content at all times. Submitting to multiple categories is optional and makes your submission eligible for more awards.
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Suspense Thriller Film
This category is specifically for suspense thriller films that deliver intense and dramatic moments. These films showcase characters who find themselves fighting for their lives or caught in high-stakes situations. Examples of such films include Silence of the Lambs, Seven, Panic Room, Zodiac, and more. The judges of this category seek films that create tension through nail-biting moments, showcase strong editing techniques, and have well-crafted sound design. They are looking for suspenseful narratives that keep audiences on the edge of their seats, craving for more. If your film can deliver intense thrills, capture emotions, and immerse viewers in dangerous scenarios, then this is the perfect category for you. Submit your work and let the suspense unfold!
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Screenplay: Dark Drama Short
This category is reserved for a drama screenplay that is intended for a mature audience. Screenplays that could deal with a variety of darker topics like murder, death, abuse, suicide, depression, hallucinations, shootings, police investigations, gang violence, kidnapping, riots, uncomfortable risky situations, verbal abuse, war, PTSD, flashbacks, psychological breakdowns, or some other topic that fits into a serious drama category and not necessarily in the Horror Screenplay Category. The maximum number of pages allowed for the Screenplay: Dark Drama Short category is 60 pages in .pdf format.
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Screenplay: Dark Drama Feature
This category is reserved for a drama screenplay that is intended for a mature audience. Screenplays that could deal with a variety of darker topics like murder, death, abuse, suicide, depression, hallucinations, shootings, police investigations, gang violence, kidnapping, riots, uncomfortable risky situations, verbal abuse, war, PTSD, flashbacks, psychological breakdowns, or some other topic that fits into a serious drama category and not necessarily in the Horror Screenplay Category. Feature length screenplay submissions must be 60 or more pages in length and delivered in .pdf format.
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Screenplay: Dark Fantasy Short
This category is specifically for content creators who want to showcase their screenplays in the Fantasy genre intended for a mature audience. It's all about exploring magic, magical artifacts, the supernatural, wizards, witches, cursed artifacts, super powers, mythical creatures (dragons, unicorns, centaurs, mermaids, trolls, griffins, and more.) Some stories may feature an epic quest of a hero to fulfill a prophecy or retrieve an powerful magical artifact. Also stories that may feature environments like enchanted lands, ancient forests, hidden realms, magical kingdoms. Dark Fantasy screenplays often include explicit content such as sex scenes, bloody killings, gore, or terrifying situations intended for mature audiences. Examples include Game of Thrones, The Witcher, and Carnival Row.
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Screenplay: Dark Fantasy Feature
This category is specifically for content creators who want to showcase their screenplays in the Fantasy genre intended for a mature audience. It's all about exploring magic, magical artifacts, the supernatural, wizards, witches, cursed artifacts, super powers, mythical creatures (dragons, unicorns, centaurs, mermaids, trolls, griffins, and more.) Some stories may feature an epic quest of a hero to fulfill a prophecy or retrieve an powerful magical artifact. Also stories that may feature environments like enchanted lands, ancient forests, hidden realms, magical kingdoms. Dark Fantasy screenplays often include explicit content such as sex scenes, bloody killings, gore, or terrifying situations intended for mature audiences. Examples include Game of Thrones, The Witcher, and Carnival Row.
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Screenplay: Dark Science Fiction Short
This category is reserved for screenplays that are exploring the future, time travel, space, disease outbreaks, experiments, aliens, or any other concept that involves technology that may not exist yet? When surveyed, our audience loves dark science fiction films like the original "Terminator" and first "Alien" film. The maximum number of pages allowed for the Dark Science Fiction Short Screenplay category is 60 pages in .pdf format.
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Screenplay: Dark Science Fiction Feature
This category is reserved for screenplays that are exploring the future, time travel, space, disease outbreaks, experiments, aliens, or any other concept that involves technology that may not exist yet? When surveyed, our audience loves dark science fiction films like the original "Terminator" and first "Alien" film. Feature length screenplay submissions must be 60 or more pages in length and delivered in .pdf format.
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Screenplay: Horror Short
This category is reserved for creative and scary Horror Screenplays that have adrenaline pumping moments. Do you have a story that was intentionally created to scare people? Does your screenplay depict any horrifying action sequences, blood, gore, monsters, psychotic people, slashing, stalking, zombies, vampires, disease outbreaks, demonic possession, haunted buildings, or any other elements that would classify your screenplay as a true horror film experience? The maximum number of pages allowed for the Screenplay: Horror Short category is 60 pages in .pdf format.
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Screenplay: Horror Feature
This category is reserved for creative and scary Horror Screenplays that have adrenaline pumping moments. Do you have a story that was intentionally created to scare people? Does your screenplay depict any horrifying action sequences, blood, gore, monsters, psychotic people, slashing, stalking, zombies, vampires, disease outbreaks, demonic possession, haunted buildings, or any other elements that would classify your screenplay as a true horror film experience? Feature length screenplay submissions must be 60 or more pages in length and delivered in .pdf format.
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Screenplay: Horror Comedy Short
This category is reserved for comedy screenplays in the horror film genre, that are full of jokes? Is it a Slasher parody, is it a reality show about vegetarian Vampires or Redneck Zombies? Is your film full of 80's era bad one-liners, evil blood oranges or face eating waffles? You know if your screenplay is a Horror Comedy screenplay, the question is, are you going to send it to us? The maximum number of pages allowed for the Screenplay: Horror Comedy Short Category is 60 pages in .pdf format.
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Screenplay: Horror Comedy Feature
This category is reserved for comedy screenplays in the horror film genre, that are full of jokes? Is it a Slasher parody, is it a reality show about vegetarian Vampires or Redneck Zombies? Is your film full of 80's era bad one-liners, evil blood oranges or face eating waffles? You know if your screenplay is a Horror Comedy screenplay, the question is, are you going to send it to us? Feature length screenplay submissions must be 60 or more pages in length and delivered in .pdf format.
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Teleplay: Horror Episode
This category is reserved for creative and scary Horror Teleplays that have adrenaline pumping moments. Do you have a story that was intentionally created to scare people? Does your screenplay depict any horrifying action sequences, blood, gore, monsters, psychotic people, slashing, stalking, zombies, vampires, disease outbreaks, demonic possession, haunted buildings, or any other elements that would classify your ongoing series as a true horror genre experience? Examples of ongoing Horror Series are shows like The Walking Dead, Z Nation, Stranger Things and American Horror Story. Submissions to the Teleplay: Horror Episode Category must be 60 pages or less in length. Our partner event, Austin After Dark Film Festival, has also introduced this exact same category.
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- November Deadline
- Standard: $39
- Final Deadline
- Standard: $40
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Teleplay: Horror Comedy Episode
This category is reserved for comedy teleplays in the horror film genre, that are full of jokes? Is it a Slasher parody, is it a reality show about vegetarian Vampires or Breakdancing Zombies? Is your film full of 80's era bad one-liners, evil blood oranges or face eating waffles? The format should be written as a pilot or a part of an ongoing series.
- Discount Deadline
- Standard: $25
- Early Deadline
- Standard: $27.50
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- Standard: $30
- Halloween Deadline
- Standard: $32.50
- November Deadline
- Standard: $35
- Final Deadline
- Standard: $35
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