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Christmas is a time for tales of terror; for cozy frights and dark delights. Every year we share suggestions regarding films to enjoy over the festive period. There's an emphasis placed on horror, but other genres bob in and out of the reckoning, meaning musicals, animations, humour and whodunnits all find their way onto the list. So from Hitchcock to Hammer, we hope there's something here for everyone to enjoy.
Fear in the Night is clearly the work of a confident, skilled technician in terror. Jimmy Sangster conceived, co-wrote, directed and produced the film, using all his experience to ensure it’s one of Hammer’s sparsest but most gripping efforts of the 70s.
The next release in Hammer’s Limited Collector’s Edition range is Stolen Face (1952), a noirish thriller that director Terence Fisher packs with atmosphere and unforgettable scenes. The film has been newly restored in 4K and comes with a rich array of supporting material including gems from the archives and a raft of bespoke, specially created content.
Welcome to a world of femme fatales, anti-heroes and tragic inevitability. Welcome to the world of Hammer noir…
In Part One we celebrated Dracula’s return to terrifying form in the movie that proved to be Christopher Lee’s last appearance as the Count in a Hammer production. We covered the star’s very public criticism of the films, how recent commentators have warmed to The Satanic Rites of Dracula, and the elements which make it such an engrossing watch. Now we delve into its release and how filming those final glorious moments proved to be an ordeal that was bloodier than anyone had counted on…