Corman

Corman is a surname and, in popular discussion, most closely associated with Roger Corman, an American filmmaker and producer whose career in cinema spans several decades. Born in 1926, Corman became well-known for his prolific output of low-budget genre films and for mentoring a generation of filmmakers who later achieved major success.

Corman began directing and producing in the 1950s, working to produce economical pictures often in horror, science fiction, or action genres. In 1970, he founded New World Pictures, a production and distribution company focused on low-budget films with broad commercial appeal. New World Pictures helped diversify American genre cinema and served as a training ground for many filmmakers and crew.

Across his career, Corman is credited with guiding and supporting a number of directors who went on to prominent careers, including Francis Ford Coppola, James Cameron, Martin Scorsese, Jonathan Demme, and Ron Howard. His emphasis on practical effects, tight budgets, and efficient production schedules influenced the approach of many independent filmmakers and left a lasting imprint on genre cinema.

The Corman Company is his production label associated with a wide range of films and television projects, reflecting his long-running role in producing and distributing genre content.

Beyond Roger Corman, the surname is borne by other individuals in various fields. In cultural contexts, the name Corman often brings to mind the American filmmaker and his contributions to the film industry.