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Hammer: Heroes, Legends and Monsters (2024)

2024-10-31 · 1h 30m · EN
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A look at Hammer’s progression from a back office in London’s Regent Street to its iconic status within the horror film genre. The company, started by comedian and businessman William Hinds in 1934, made films such as The Curse of Frankenstein, Dracula, and The Quatermass Xperiment during the period for which it is best known, making stars out of the likes of Christopher Lee and Peter Cushing.

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Charles DanceCharles DanceNarratorTim BurtonTim BurtonSelfJohn CarpenterJohn CarpenterSelfJoe DanteJoe DanteSelfJohn LandisJohn LandisSelfJohn LoganJohn LoganSelfAxelle CarolynAxelle CarolynSelfPeter CushingPeter CushingSelf (archive footage)Christopher LeeChristopher LeeSelf (archive footage)Vincent PriceVincent PriceSelf (archive footage)Sarah AppletonSarah AppletonSelfStephen LawsStephen LawsSelf

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A look at Hammer’s progression from a back office in London’s Regent Street to its iconic status within the horror film genre. The company, started by comedian and businessman William Hinds in 1934, made films such as The Curse of Frankenstein, Dracula, and The Quatermass Xperiment during the period for which it is best known, making stars out of the likes of Christopher Lee and Peter Cushing.

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