Danny Draven is a renowned director and producer of genre films, residing in Atlanta, Georgia. His cinematic journey commenced after earning a film degree in Boston, whereupon he relocated to Hollywood and gradually climbed the ranks, eventually producing and directing science fiction and horror films for the prestigious Full Moon Pictures studio. The Puppet Master series and Trancers are notable examples of his work during this period, allowing him to hone his skills before establishing his own thriving production and post-production company.
Throughout his illustrious career, Danny Draven has edited an impressive 150 feature films, working with prominent studios such as Lionsgate, NBC Universal, SyFy Channel, and Lifetime Movie Network. His collaborations with esteemed industry professionals include Master of Horror Stuart Gordon, legendary cinematographer Mac Ahlberg, the late executive producer Harry Bring, and executive producer Mark Ordesky, who are all renowned for their work on iconic films like Fortress, Re-Animator, Beverly Hills Cop 3, Deep Star Six, Wes Craven's Shocker, X-Files, Criminal Minds, and the Lord of the Rings Trilogy.
In addition to his impressive body of work, Danny Draven is also a published author, having written three internationally published books on genre filmmaking: The Filmmaker's Book of the Dead, Genre Filmmaking, and other titles. His membership in the Producers Guild of America further underscores his dedication to the craft.
Recently, Danny Draven directed a new thriller film for The Ninth House, titled Restitution, solidifying his position as a respected figure in the world of genre filmmaking.
