Robert Kurtzman

Born:November 25, 1964

Place of Birth:Crestline, Ohio, USA

Known For:Costume & Make-Up

Biography

Robert Kurtzman, born on November 25, 1964, is a multi-talented individual in the world of filmmaking. Hailing from the United States, Kurtzman has made a significant impact as a film director, producer, screenwriter, and special effects creator. His diverse skill set has allowed him to leave his mark on various aspects of the film industry, showcasing his creativity and vision in each project he undertakes.

Kurtzman's journey in the world of cinema has been nothing short of remarkable. With a career spanning decades, he has worked on numerous films, each highlighting his exceptional talent and dedication to his craft. His work behind the camera has garnered him a reputation for his unique storytelling abilities and his keen eye for detail.

As a producer, Kurtzman has been involved in bringing captivating stories to life on the big screen. His ability to oversee the production process and ensure that each project meets its full potential has earned him respect and admiration within the industry. Kurtzman's passion for storytelling shines through in the projects he chooses to produce, often pushing the boundaries of creativity and imagination.

In addition to his roles as a director and producer, Kurtzman is also a skilled screenwriter. His ability to craft engaging narratives and compelling dialogue has set him apart in a competitive industry. Through his writing, Kurtzman has been able to delve into the depths of human emotion and create stories that resonate with audiences on a profound level.

One of Kurtzman's most notable contributions to the world of film lies in his work as a special effects creator. His expertise in this area has led to the creation of awe-inspiring visual effects that have enhanced the cinematic experience for viewers around the world. Kurtzman's attention to detail and commitment to realism have made him a sought-after talent in the realm of special effects.

Throughout his career, Kurtzman has collaborated with some of the industry's most talented individuals, showcasing his ability to work effectively as part of a team. His collaborative spirit and willingness to push boundaries have led to the creation of groundbreaking films that have captivated audiences and critics alike.

Kurtzman's dedication to his craft and his relentless pursuit of excellence have solidified his reputation as a true visionary in the world of filmmaking. His passion for storytelling and his commitment to bringing stories to life in innovative ways have made him a respected figure in the industry. Kurtzman's influence can be seen in the impact he has had on the world of cinema, inspiring future generations of filmmakers to push the boundaries of creativity and imagination.

As an artist who wears many hats in the film industry, Kurtzman continues to push the envelope and challenge himself with each new project he takes on. His ability to seamlessly transition between roles as a director, producer, screenwriter, and special effects creator showcases his versatility and adaptability as a filmmaker. Kurtzman's body of work stands as a testament to his talent and his enduring passion for the art of storytelling.

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Filmography

Acting

Wishmaster

Piano Wire Guy (uncredited)

1997

The Djinn having been released from his ancient prison seeks to capture the soul of the woman who discovered him, thereby opening a portal and freeing his fellow Djinn to take over the earth.

Night of the Creeps

Beta Zombie

1986

In 1959, an alien experiment crashes to earth and infects a fraternity member. They freeze the body, but in the modern day, two geeks pledging a fraternity accidentally thaw the corpse, which proceeds to infect the campus with parasites that transform their hosts into killer zombies.

Production

It Follows

Special Effects Key Makeup Artist

2015

When carefree teenager Jay sleeps with her older boyfriend for the first time, she learns that she is the latest recipient of a fatal curse that is passed from victim to victim via sexual intercourse. Death, Jay learns, will creep inexorably toward her as either a friend or a stranger. Jay's friends don't believe her seemingly paranoid ravings, until they too begin to see the phantom assassins and band together to help her defend herself.

From Dusk Till Dawn

Co-Producer

1996

After kidnapping a father and his two kids, the Gecko brothers head south to a seedy Mexican bar to hide out in safety, unaware of its notorious vampire clientele.

Hostel

Visual Effects Coordinator

2005

Three backpackers head to a Slovakian city that promises to meet their hedonistic expectations, with no idea of the hell that awaits them.

Vanilla Sky

Makeup Supervisor

2001

David Aames has it all: wealth, good looks and gorgeous women on his arm. But just as he begins falling for the warmhearted Sofia, his face is horribly disfigured in a car accident. That's just the beginning of his troubles as the lines between illusion and reality, between life and death, are blurred.

Misery

Special Effects Makeup Artist

1990

After an accident, acclaimed novelist Paul Sheldon is rescued by a nurse who claims to be his biggest fan. Her obsession takes a dark turn when she holds him captive in her remote Colorado home and forces him to write back to life the popular literary character he killed off.

Spy Kids

Makeup Effects

2001

Carmen and Juni think their parents are boring. Little do they know that in their day, Gregorio and Ingrid Cortez were the top secret agents from their respective countries. They gave up that life to raise their children. Now, the disappearances of several of their old colleagues forces the Cortez' return from retirement. What they didn't count on was Carmen and Juni joining the "family business."

Boogie Nights

Special Effects Makeup Artist

1997

Set in 1977, back when sex was safe, pleasure was a business and business was booming, idealistic porn producer Jack Horner aspires to elevate his craft to an art form. Horner discovers Eddie Adams, a hot young talent working as a busboy in a nightclub, and welcomes him into the extended family of movie-makers, misfits and hangers-on that are always around. Adams' rise from nobody to a celebrity adult entertainer is meteoric, and soon the whole world seems to know his porn alter ego, "Dirk Diggler". Now, when disco and drugs are in vogue, fashion is in flux and the party never seems to stop, Adams' dreams of turning sex into stardom are about to collide with cold, hard reality.

Doctor Sleep

Special Effects Key Makeup Artist

2019

Still scarred by the trauma he endured as a child at the Overlook Hotel, Dan Torrance faces the ghosts of the past when he meets Abra, a courageous teen who desperately needs his help -- and who possesses a powerful extrasensory ability called the "shine".

Fear Street: 1978

Special Effects Makeup Artist

2021

In 1978, two rival groups at Camp Nightwing must band together to solve a terrifying mystery when horrors from their towns' history come alive.

Texas Chainsaw 3D

Makeup Effects

2013

A young woman learns that she has inherited a Texas estate from her deceased grandmother. After embarking on a road trip with friends to uncover her roots, she finds she is the sole owner of a lavish, isolated Victorian mansion. But her newfound wealth comes at a price as she stumbles upon a horror that awaits her in the mansion’s dank cellars.

Thir13en Ghosts

Special Effects Makeup Artist

2001

Arthur and his two children inherit his uncle's estate: a glass house that serves as a prison to twelve ghosts. When the family, accompanied by a nanny and an attorney, enter the house they find themselves trapped inside an evil machine 'designed by the Devil and powered by the dead' to open the Eye of Hell. Aided by a ghost hunter and his rival, a ghost rights activist out to set the ghosts free, the group must do what they can to get out of the house alive.

Evil Dead II

Makeup Effects

1987

Ash Williams and his girlfriend Linda find a log cabin in the woods with a voice recording from an archeologist who had recorded himself reciting ancient chants from "The Book of the Dead." As they play the recording an evil power is unleashed taking over Linda's body.

Gerald's Game

Makeup Effects

2017

When her husband's sex game goes wrong, Jessie (who is handcuffed to a bed in a remote lake house) faces warped visions, dark secrets and a dire choice.

Jason Goes to Hell: The Final Friday

Special Effects Makeup Artist

1993

Jason Voorhees is tracked down and blown to bits by a special FBI task force, reborn with the bone-chilling ability to assume the identity of anyone he touches.

Wishmaster

Makeup Effects Designer

1997

The Djinn having been released from his ancient prison seeks to capture the soul of the woman who discovered him, thereby opening a portal and freeing his fellow Djinn to take over the earth.

Halloween 5: The Revenge of Michael Myers

Special Effects Makeup Artist

1989

One year later, Michael Myers' traumatized young niece is horrified to discover she has a telepathic bond with her evil uncle... and that he is on the way back to Haddonfield to begin the carnage again.

The Devil's Rejects

Visual Effects Supervisor

2005

The murderous, backwoods Firefly family take to the road to escape the vengeful Sheriff Wydell, who is not afraid of being as ruthless as his target.

Leatherface: The Texas Chainsaw Massacre III

Makeup Effects

1990

Two college students driving coast to coast are lured off the main highway and onto a deserted Texas road. Here they are stalked by the menacing Leatherface and his demented family...a bizarre cannibalistic clan with blood on their hands and a feast on their minds. The students’ only chance for escape is a survivalist with enough firepower to blast Leatherface and the rest of the grisly predators to hell. A depraved shocker of intense terror from the gruesome beginning to the bloody finish.

From Beyond

Special Effects

1986

The Resonator, a powerful machine that can control the sixth sense, has killed its creator and sent his associate into an insane asylum. When a beautiful psychiatrist becomes determined to continue the experiment, she unwittingly opens the door to a hostile parallel universe.

A Simple Plan

Makeup Effects

1998

Captivated by the lure of sudden wealth, the quiet rural lives of two brothers erupt into conflicts of greed, paranoia and distrust when over $4 million in cash is discovered at the remote site of a downed small airplane. Their simple plan to retain the money while avoiding detection opens a Pandora's box when the fear of getting caught triggers panicked behavior and leads to virulent consequences.

Ghosts of Mars

Special Effects Makeup Artist

2001

In 2176, a Martian police unit is sent to pick up a highly dangerous criminal at a remote mining post. Upon arrival, the cops find the post deserted and something far more dangerous than any criminal — the original inhabitants of Mars, hellbent on getting their planet back.

Black Friday

Creature Design

2021

A group of toy store employees must protect each other from a horde of parasite infected shoppers.

The People Under the Stairs

Makeup Supervisor

1991

Trapped inside a fortified home owned by a mysterious couple, a young boy quickly learns the true nature of the homicidal inhabitants, and secret creatures hidden deep within the walls.

Tales from the Darkside: The Movie

Makeup Effects

1990

A young boy tells three stories of horror to distract a witch who plans to eat him.

From Dusk Till Dawn 3: The Hangman's Daughter

Special Effects Makeup Artist

2000

Narrowly escaping death, outlaw Johnny Madrid goes on the run with the hangman's sensuous daughter Esmeralda by his side.

Body Bags

Special Effects Makeup Artist

1993

A woman working the late shift at a gas station while a killer is on the loose; a man who can't stand the thought of losing his hair; a baseball player that submits to an eye transplant. An anthology of terror.

Night of the Creeps

Special Effects Makeup Artist

1986

Bubba Ho-tep

Makeup Effects

2002

Bubba Ho-tep tells the "true" story of what really did become of Elvis Presley. We find Elvis as an elderly resident in an East Texas rest home, who switched identities with an Elvis impersonator years before his "death," then missed his chance to switch back. He must team up with JFK and fight an ancient Egyptian mummy for the souls of their fellow residents.

Lord of Illusions

Special Effects Makeup Artist

1995

During a routine case in L.A., NY private investigator Harry D'Amour stumbles over members of a fanatic cult who are preparing for the resurrection of their leader Nix, a powerful magician who was killed 13 years earlier.

Doppelganger

Special Effects Makeup Artist

1993

After being implicated in a murder, a young woman flees New York City and moves to Los Angeles, where she rents a room from a writer. They begin an affair, but it seems she's been followed by a homicidal duplicate of herself.

Tales from the Hood

Special Effects Makeup Artist

1995

A strange mortician tells four horrific tales to three drug dealers that he traps in their local funeral parlor.