Biography
Ryan Combs has been a film maker since the age of 23, when he wrote, directed, and produced his first independent film, "Straight Outta Compton". The power and the passion for creating visual experiences to move audiences emotionally and mentally. He wrote "Dirty Kopz" while his investment created a stream of income. With "Dirty Kopz", his meteoric rise began. He quickly received contracts to direct three independent film through Lionsgate as he honed his skill He wrote and directed three independent films, "Gangster Party", "Rhythm And Honey", and "I Accidentally Doomed Your Son" (Lionsgate). He wrote and directed three independent films, "Gangster Party", "Rhythm And Honey", and "I Accidentally Doomed Your Son" (Lionsgate). He then directed "The Hit", starring Blair Underwood (Roots and Madea's Family Reunion), and the multi-million-dollar film, "Animal 2", with Ving Rhames (Pulp Fiction, Mission Impossible). Combs wrote "Phantom Punch" (Sonny Liston biopic) for director Robert Townsend. On fire, Ryan Combs signed a two-picture deal with Ving Rhames, making "King of the Avenue" and "Wrath of Caine". An avid fan of blaxploitation films of the 70's, he teamed with Pam Greer to produce "The Consequence of Renzo Wes" (AKA "Mafia"). As an athlete, Combs was drawn to martial arts action films, creating films like "Double Tap". His technical skill is balanced by a deep understanding of the human psyche. His evolution as a writer has led him to create thrillers like "Cassie Mae" (to be released in 2022) and to tell the true story of intense characters like Suge Knight, "Stranded on Death Row" (in development). A prolific writer, Ryan Combs has films in production and in several stages of creation. He is driven by his need to excel, tempered by his desire to create exceptional projects. A storyteller, understanding the need for emotional response in audiences to engage them in a visceral experience that surpasses simply watching a show to emotionally participating in the encounter. Memorable films are the result of his skill, imagination, and the power to control audiences' response. Ryan Combs creates stories that linger in the mind long after the final credits.
Ryan Combs was born in Compton, California. Witnessing drugs, gangs, and violence, he knew he was not destined to be a part of the misery. Losing loved ones to the hopeless vacuum of despair, he got his education, attended film school, and invested in camera equipment. At 23, he owned his own entertainment company, wrote, directed, and produced his first independent film, "Straight Outta Compton". While working at Home Depot, the entrepreneur, rented cameras and production equipment to other young film makers. Recognized by influencers in the industry, he booked a steady flow of small projects to shoot and direct. Quickly noticed by the powerhouses funding projects. The average ROI for Ryan Combs films is 4-5 times initial investment, making him a favorite of investors.
The enormous success in Hollywood continued with small productions and an alliance with a network. Today "Stranded on Death Row", the story of Suge Knight and the iconic record label with Dr. Dre, Snoop Dog, and every Hip Hop Legend. This is the only biopic with Suge's authorization. It tells the gritty story of the rise and fall of Death Row Records and an era of Hip Hop music. The true story can only be told by Ryan Combs because insiders whispered the honest story to him, holding back no detail. The production was interrupted by Covid, but the story was never stronger. "Cassie Mae", a thriller, is in development. Ryan Combs is breathing life into his stellar production. "Stranded on Death Row" as he answers the call for quality in entertainment.
