The Nyback Archive

Bringing the film archive of Dennis Nyback to the eyes of the Pacific Northwest.

The 16mm Archive reborn

The archive is a venture supported by 16mm enthusiasts throughout Portland – and is serving as the launch pad for new film programs playing at the Clinton St.Theater and Hollywood Theatre in Portland, OR

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What we’re planning for the 16mm Revolution

Stories

The 16mm Revolution will not be televised

The 16mm curators of Portland, OR are bringing the Nyback archive to life in theaters around the area. Hear their stories.

  • Nyback Archive Christmas Potluck

    It’s starting to look like the holidays, so I wanted to extend a formal invite to the first annual Nyback Archive Christmas Party/Potluck on Thursday, December 18th @ 7pm at the Nyback archive – Sanctuary space. It’s a food potluck and more!  Bring your favorite dish/side and we’ll provide the holiday drinks, plates, napkins and utensils!   In keeping with

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  • December Programs

    —————————————————————— PSYCHOTRONIC AFTER SCHOOL CHRISTMAS SPECIALClinton Street Theater – 26th and SE Clinton Sunday Matinee – December 7th @ 3pm Hosted by Greg Hamiltonhttps://cstpdx.com/event/psychotronic-after-school-christmas-special-2 PSYCHOTRONIC AFTER SCHOOL CHRISTMAS SPECIALHollywood Theatre  – TuesdayEvening– December 16th @ 7:30pm Hosted by Greg Hamiltonhttps://hollywoodtheatre.org/show/psychotronic-ater-school-christmas-special In the mood for a little weird Christmas?  Celebrate the annual return of this handmade holiday mash-up featuring an

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  • LIVING MACHINE: THE SEARCH FOR MEANING in 16mm – Oct 21st @ the Hollywood

    What does it mean to be human? What’s more human than machines? Is everything OK? Astral Projections present a few mind-melting films for your consideration in the effort to answer questions as old as humankind itself, from a time when just a little LSD gave one the confidence to try. Quoth the film Humanities, “Truth

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About Us

Our 16mm volunteer team keeps the reels turning and the physical media burning. Meet our team of film enthusiasts.

Updates on the relocation of the archive

The collection of 4000+ films is moving to a new home in 2025. Track the progress and related stories.

Our plans for the 16mm film revolution

We have an unbelievable collection of new programs and shows coming soon. Check our upcoming schedule here!

Give me a subject and I’ll give you a film program.”

Dennis Nyback

Film Programmer and Exhibitioner