Hammer: Heroes, Legends and Monsters

Hammer: Heroes, Legends and Monsters

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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.

Charles Dance

Tim Burton

John Carpenter

Joe Dante

John Landis

John Logan

Axelle Carolyn

Peter Cushing

Christopher Lee

Vincent Price

Sarah Appleton

Stephen Laws

Jonathan Rigby

John Gore