Hammer Films’ re-imagining of the classic tale “The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde,” simply titled Doctor Jekyll, is coming to digital platforms starting March 11. Doctor Jekyll was directed by Joe Stephenson and stars Eddie Izzard as the titular character, Dr. Nina Jekyll. It also stars Scott …
Read More »Happy 100th Birthday To The Horror Master, Christopher Lee!
The horror cinema has been darkly blessed with the talent of many unforgettable actors. Today, we will discuss one of those unique and monumentally talented men, Christopher Frank Carandini Lee. Born 100 years ago on May 27, 1922, Christopher Lee took on roles roles in many Hammer Horror films, including …
Read More »Sophisticated Vampire: Mickey Reece’s ‘Climate Of The Hunter’ (2020) Movie Review
Climate Of The Hunter is a new horror film directed by Mickey Reece (Mono 2017) and stars Ginger Gilmartin (Fingerprints 2006). Film Synopsis: Two sisters, Alma and Elizabeth, along with a dog who’s described as a “philosopher,” have come to Alma’s remote house to reconnect with Wesley after twenty years. Alma is …
Read More »‘The Invisible Man’ (2020) The Tension Is Constant – Movie Review
When tackling horror classics of the past, it’s paramount that you keep your ideas current and fresh, while still remaining true to the vision of the filmmaker. The 2020 version of The Invisible Man, which was based on the 1897 book by H.G. Wells, did just that, already topping my …
Read More »Interview with Mark Cassell, Author of ‘Hell Cat of the Holt’
Mark Cassell lives in a rural part of the UK where he often dreams of dystopian futures, peculiar creatures, and flitting shadows. Primarily a horror writer, his steampunk, dark fantasy, and SF stories have featured in several anthologies and e-zines. His best-selling debut novel The Shdow Fabric is closely followed …
Read More »The Life, Death, and Resurrection of Hammer Horror
It was 58 years ago this weekend that Hammer Films released one of their earliest successes: The Horror of Dracula. The film would go on to inspire more than just a few sequels and helped establish Hammer as premier creators of top-notch cinematic terror. Hammer Films is a British production …
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