ARCHIVES OF THE FANTASTIC: The Ninth Cosmic Convergence is altogether different from the big-budget superhero movies we’ve already seen. A tongue-in-cheek labor of love by local artists to bring colorful characters to the screen, ARCHIVES OF THE FANTASTIC was created by the costume events group The Alter Egos Society as an all-volunteer Portland original. Billed as an amateur short film of epic proportions, the movie does more than satisfy our inner nerdiness; On Saturday, July 25, at 2 pm, ARCHIVES OF THE FANTASTIC will premiere at the Bagdad Theater as part of the Alter Egos Society’s mission to celebrate superheroes and to raise money for p:ear.

Directed by Benja Barker and Daniel Miller of Southeast Portland, ARCHIVES OF THE FANTASTIC was filmed over the past year in Portland with an all volunteer cast and crew. The film is a DIY effort that includes some professional elements such as miniature models and a score by local composer Paul Evans (From One Rose: The Story of the Rose Festival).

In ARCHIVES OF THE FANTASTIC, three heroes track their respective enemies as those enemies try to thwart the heroes and control the world. Above the earth an alien archivist narrates the tale as the conflict threatens the fate of the world.

After the movie, a representative from p:ear will talk about their mission and the work they do. p:ear is known for building positive relationships with homeless and transitional youth, ages 15 to 24, through education, art and recreation that affirms personal worth, creating more meaningful and healthier lives. Each year their programs serve more than 350 homeless and transitional young people in Portland.

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The ongoing conflict between Superheroes and Supervillains takes a toll on us all, but is the battle really worth it?

Saturday, October 11, the 2nd annual ALTER EGOS: Hero/Villain Ceasefire Party invites everyone 21 and over to dress as a hero or villain of their own creation and celebrate the great superhuman ceasefire of 2008. Villains and Heroes alike can enjoy live music, a raffle, and a costume contest with prizes. This second annual costume party/concert is a fundraiser for p:ear, to support their mission of mentoring homeless youth.

Music will be provided by The Punk Group, Travis Wiggins (of Please Step Out of the Vehicle), and more. Prizes for Best Costumes and the raffle will be provided by Bridge City Comics, Cosmic Monkey Comics, and Floating World Comics. R Palate Restaurant will provide beer, mixed drinks, and appetizers for the evening (a portion of all sales benefit p:ear).

Where: p:ear gallery, 338 NW 6th Ave
When: Saturday, October 11, 2008, doors at 7pm, music at 8pm
Cost: $5 (if in costume), $10 (if not in costume)

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Today – barely a half hour ago – Kaebel and Benja were interviewed by Mitch and Daria on 105.1 “The Buzz” about the exciting Alter Egos “Heroes and Villains” event this weekend!

In case you missed it, here is an MP3….

Alter Egos Radio Interview, 2.7MB mp3

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