We get the Full Moon from Charles Band at Horror Realm
Joining us at Horror Realm for the first time is Charles Band. Charles created Full Moon Productions which has provided us countless hours of fun Horror.
If you are a fan of horror, sci-fi, and fantasy movies, you have probably heard of Charles Band. He is a prolific filmmaker who has produced, directed, and written hundreds of films in his career. He is the founder of Full Moon Features, a company that specializes in low-budget, high-concept genre films. Band is also known for creating innovative merchandising and distribution strategies, such as the VideoZone magazine and the Full Moon Streaming service.
Early Life
Charles Band was born in 1951 in Los Angeles, California. His father was Albert Band, a film director and producer who worked with legends like Federico Fellini and Sergio Leone. His brother is Richard Band, a composer who has scored many of his films. Charles Band started making movies at a young age, using his father’s equipment and resources. He made his first feature film at 21, called Crash!, a horror film about a killer car.
Career
Since then, he has never stopped making movies. Some of his most famous titles include Puppet Master, Subspecies, Trancers, Dollman, Demonic Toys, Evil Bong, and Gingerdead Man. He has worked with actors like Tim Thomerson, Jeffrey Combs, Helen Hunt, Corey Feldman, and Gary Busey. He has also collaborated with other filmmakers like Stuart Gordon, David Schmoeller, Ted Nicolaou, and Peter Manoogian.
Charles Band is not only a filmmaker, but also a visionary. He has always been ahead of the curve in terms of technology and marketing. Band was one of the first to embrace the home video market in the 1980s, creating his own labels like Empire Pictures and Wizard Video. He was a pioneer in the use of interactive features and behind-the-scenes footage in his VHS tapes. He later launched his own streaming platform, Full Moon Streaming, which offers exclusive content and fan interaction.
Charles Band is a legend in the world of independent cinema. He has created a loyal fan base that appreciates his passion and creativity. He has also inspired many other filmmakers who share his love for genre films. Band is still active today, producing new movies and series for Full Moon Features. He is always looking for new ways to entertain and surprise his audience.
If you love horror, you should definitely go to Horror Realm convention in Pittsburgh. It’s the ultimate destination for fans of scary movies, books, games, and more. You’ll get to meet your favorite horror celebrities, browse through hundreds of vendors, attend panels and workshops, and join the fun at the costume contest and the zombie walk. Plus, you’ll get to explore the city of Pittsburgh, which has its own spooky history and attractions. Don’t miss this chance to experience the best of horror culture at horrorrealmcon.com!
Horror Realm will be held February 28-March 2, 2025 in Pittsburgh at the Crowne Plaza Suites Pittsburgh South. Get your tickets soon… More details at the website: https://www.horrorrealmcon.com/