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In celebration of the remarkable life and career of Val Kilmer (1959-2025), we're hosting a cross-fandom collection to honor his extraordinary contributions to film and the characters that captivated our hearts and imaginations.

About the Exchange

This event welcomes fanworks of all kinds celebrating Val Kilmer's diverse filmography. Whether you were moved by his portrayal of Jim Morrison, thrilled by his Iceman, enchanted by his Batman, or captivated by any of his other iconic roles, this is your opportunity to share your creativity with fellow fans.

Eligible Fandoms

All Val Kilmer roles and films are welcome, including but not limited to:

  • Top Gun/Top Gun: Maverick (Iceman)
  • Batman Forever (Bruce Wayne/Batman)
  • The Doors (Jim Morrison)
  • Tombstone (Doc Holliday)
  • Heat (Chris Shiherlis)
  • Willow (Madmartigan)
  • Real Genius (Chris Knight)
  • The Ghost and the Darkness (John Patterson)
  • The Saint (Simon Templar)
  • At First Sight (Virgil Adamson)
  • Kiss Kiss Bang Bang (Gay Perry)
  • Alexander (Philip II)
  • Thunderheart (Ray Levoi)
  • The Prince of Egypt (Moses, voice)
  • Any other film from his extensive career

Accepted Fanwork Types

We welcome all forms of creative expression:

  • Fanfiction: One-shots, multi-chapter works, poetry, scripts, alternative universes, crossovers
  • Fan Art: Digital art, traditional art, comics, photo manipulations
  • Poetic Works: Poems, sonnets, haiku, free verse inspired by Kilmer or his characters
  • Video Tributes: Fanvids, edits, animation
  • Audio Works: Podfics, song covers, original music
  • Crafts: Cosplay, props, jewelry, clothing designs
  • Meta: Character analysis, film essays, retrospectives

Collection Rules

  1. All works must feature a character portrayed by Val.
  2. Please tag appropriately for content warnings.
  3. Both new works and reworkings of previously shared creations are welcome.
  4. Both gen and shippy content are welcomed and encouraged.

Suggestions for Participation

  • Explore the complex dichotomies in Kilmer's roles: hero/villain, strong/vulnerable, comic/tragic.
  • Consider crossovers between his characters (What would Doc Holliday say to Iceman? A Crossover between Real Genius' Chris and Top Gun's Iceman, maybe?)
  • Reflect on the iconic lines and moments that defined his performances
  • Create "what if" scenarios for his characters' lives beyond the films
  • Craft poetry inspired by the emotional resonance of his performances
  • The collection can be found on AO3 at https://archiveofourown.org/collections/Ice_Fest_Exchange/profile.
  • Add as you finish, and enjoy! Celebrate and have fun!

Timeline

The collection is open as of now, and we ask that all completed works are posted into the collection by July 4th of this year. That said, the collection will remain open all year round, and we invite you to add your tributes to Val as you wish. Val will be missed, and his legacy will endure.

In Memoriam

This collection seeks to celebrate Val Kilmer's enduring legacy as an actor who brought depth, charisma, and unforgettable presence to every role he embodied. Through our creative works, we honor his contribution to cinema and the impact he had on audiences worldwide.

"The only love you keep is the love you give away." - Virgil Adamson, At First Sight

#so excited to celebrate ice with you all#so sad it's under these circumstances#my heart is so heavy
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completely overwhelmed by the amount of friends and family that have reached out today 😭💙

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