PHANTASM creator Don Coscarelli Heads To Flashback Weekend Chicago
Phantasm creator Don Coscarelli is going to Chicago’s Flashback Weekend
Attention Phantasm fans! We are thrilled to share some exciting news from Flashback Weekend: PHANTASM creator and director Don Coscarelli will be a special guest at their upcoming Chicago Horror Convention. This highly anticipated event will take place from August 2-4, 2024, at the Hyatt Regency O’Hare Chicago.
Don Coscarelli with George Romero from a previous convention
ABOUT DON
Don Coscarelli is renowned for his groundbreaking work in horror cinema. He created and directed the classic “PHANTASM” (1979), which became a massive creative and financial success. This iconic film was followed by three sequels, all directed by Coscarelli, and he produced the fifth installment, “PHANTASM RAVAGER” (2016). His impressive filmography also includes the beloved fantasy adventure “THE BEASTMASTER” (1982), the genre-defying “JOHN DIES AT THE END,” and the cult favorite “BUBBA HO-TEP.” Notably, Flashback Weekend hosted the Midwest premiere of “BUBBA HO-TEP” (35mm print!) at their very first convention in 2002, with Bruce Campbell introducing the screening.
Flashback Weekend Chicago 2024
A 45TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION
This year marks the 45th anniversary of the original “PHANTASM,” and Flashback Weekend is pulling out all the stops to celebrate. Fans will have the unique opportunity to meet Don Coscarelli and participate in various events, including celeb photo-ops. These photo-ops, organized by Celeb Photo Ops, will feature costume opportunities, reunions, and special sets designed by Mike Nelson of Karnivorous Creations.
Get Your Tickets!
Don’t miss this chance to celebrate with fellow horror enthusiasts and meet the legendary Don Coscarelli. Tickets are on sale now at Flashback Weekend's official website. For more details on celeb photo-ops, visit Celeb Photo Ops.
