Joe Hammerstone is a film actor who has been working in feature length and short films since 2002 playing a gamut of roles. With his distinctive look, he has been everything from a pot-smoking delinquent to a proud father. His continued work as an actor grows by leaps and bounds each day as he strives to not only be a representative of independent film but of that of the mainstream Hollywood audience as well. In addition to acting, Joe has experience behind the camera such as, cinematography, writing, assistant directing, producing and stunt work.

Favorite film is Halloween (1978).Frequently works with Erik A. Williams and Jaxon Stanford .Born and raised in St. Louis, Missouri.Avid collector of movie posters and collectibles/memorabilia, movie-themed books/comics, etc.Has a huge DVD collection including movies, TV series, cartoons, music videos, etc., as well as avid collector of music CDs.A fan of Fangoria Magazine since 1988, owns every issue ever published. Also a fan of Gorezone, Rue Morgue, Horror Hound magazines.Received a special thanks credit for helping index Art Silverblatt's book, Media Literacy, Keys to Interpreting Media Messages, Second Edition.Frequently works with Tyler Shaw and Eddie Lawshea .Won Best Actor of the St. Louis 48 Hour Film Festival for No Strings (2012).