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The House Of Hammer Podcast - A Definitive Guide Of The Films, The Figures & The Folklore Of One Of The 20th Century’s Greatest Cinematic Legacies Brought to you by Adam Roche, Ben Taylorson, Cev Moore, Philip Gwynne Jones and Smokey
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As The Curse Of The Mummy's Tomb has now being well and truly put to rest, here's a timely reminder of both a previous mummy and co-host stalked these halls... “The House Of Hammer Theme” and incidental music - written and produced by Cev Moore Artwork by Richard Wells All the links you think you’ll need & more! https://linktr.ee/househammerpod…
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The Curse Of The Mummy's Tomb. A veritable cornucopia of discoveries that range from the dictionary definition of the word 'Adam' to the existential threat of ageing with so much in-between, but how good is the film at the end of all this? There's only one way to find out... “The House Of Hammer Theme” and incidental music - written and produced by…
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The House Of Hammer team often wanders off the beaten track when taking a closer look at the film at hand, but Cev wandered so far off said track that there were fears of him never returning. In Meet Simon Cherry (1949), our heroic Reverend has his car started by a helpful chap called Charlie and his crank handle only to then leave them both behind…
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As Hammer seem to be going a bit Quatermass crazy recently, here's Smokey with a timely reminder of the man who brought it all into the world: Nigel Kneale... “The House Of Hammer Theme” and incidental music - written and produced by Cev Moore Artwork by Richard Wells All the links you think you’ll need & more! https://linktr.ee/househammerpod…
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The Gorgon, a figure from Greek mythology who literally lost her head to a young warrior apparently got better and went to deepest , darkest Hammerland to convalesce before once again getting up to her old masonry based tricks. Join the team as they dig deep into this often overlooked Hammer Gothic. Is it a gem or just a shiny pebble? “The House Of…
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Hy Hazell has long been a heroine of the lads who were instantly smitten upon her first appearance at the house as the titular Celia from 1949. She risks life and limb and works as a housekeeper, all for a hat. It must be an expensive hat, Surely? Adam's here to explain just how much it is by deciphering the code of Old English Money that seems to …
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Hammer bites. Bite size Hammers. Join us as we introduce smaller standalone pieces of the Hammer puzzle. Rewound, repackaged, replayed, re-hammered and fresh from the vault! For our first Hammer bite, we've gone back to ground zero with a hero that's become even more of a presence recently. John Gilling. “The House Of Hammer Theme” and incidental m…
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People are strange, when you’re a stranger. If you want evidence of this, just look who’s back - Smokey and Adam. Strange as anything. Dr Strange. The Brighton Strangers. So don’t be a stranger. Come on in as they parade you through House Of Strangers. It’s all a bit… peculiar…By All The Best Lines
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After 1964's The Devil Ship Pirates, Hammer bade farewell to the whole piracy idea in the wake of a 400 ton disaster, but what about the film itself? The public certainly lapped it up, but what about the motley crew of The House Of Hammer? Hear all about that, Don Banks, ship bits and a bit of a ship here... “The House Of Hammer Theme” and incident…
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Cushing is back! The creature is back! But, how does this compare to the two previous times Hammer studios have attempted this? More importantly, do the lads manage to pronounce the name correctly? “The House Of Hammer Theme” and incidental music - written and produced by Cev Moore Artwork by Richard Wells All the links you think you’ll need & more…
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It's more monochrome madness as Freddie Francis returns to direct another of Jimmy Sangster's thrillers and guess what? It's even more gaslighting. But this time, there's a twist! It seems to be all about bad weather and bad dreams so the lads decide to raid Philip's Negroni stash in an attempt to brighten things up. This may or may not have been a…
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(00:00:00) Introduction & Plot Synopsis (00:07:25) The Round Table (01:20:13) Masked Balls (01:27:42) Vampire Rules OK? (01:34:33) Top 5 Rubber Bats! In this episode, the lads happen across a couple of newlyweds stranded in deepest, darkest Hammerland at the turn of the century and the AA can't help them there. Maybe the inhabitants at the castle o…
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They seek him here, they seek him there. If they’d stop rambling on about other things, they could’ve found him by now… Join Adam and Smokey as they dissect the intangible, the incredible, the ingenious, the inconceivable, The Invisible Man!By All The Best Lines
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Adam welcomes you to to the house, but you'll have to let yourself in as he fiddles around with his organ. Elsewhere, the writer talks about a writer, the musician talks about a musician and the smoker gets lost up a chimney... “The House Of Hammer Theme” and incidental music - written and produced by Cev Moore Artwork by Richard Wells All the link…
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We get to spend time in a vault? With just Peter Cushing and Andre Morell? Yes, please! Let's spread a little Christmas 'cheer'...in March. This is high up the list for most Hammer fans, but are we most Hammer fans? You'll have to listen to find out. “The House Of Hammer Theme” and incidental music - written and produced by Cev Moore Artwork by Ric…
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Philip's here to take you back to reminisce about the fun times that were had during the English Civil War whilst Cev digs out Adam's school homework as a refresher course at what happened for the uninitiated. Meanwhile Smokey goes pop, folk and spooky down the pub... “The House Of Hammer Theme” and incidental music - written and produced by Cev Mo…
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In a 1963 thriller that takes in rape, murder, asbestos and France, you'll probably not be so surprised that the lads focus on welding and not much more. This is normally the bit where there's a look ahead to what's on the way, but it's just welding. “The House Of Hammer Theme” and incidental music - written and produced by Cev Moore Artwork by Ric…
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Black leather, Britain's Area 51, a dinosaur, a Ferrari, witch trails, the Black Death and Keith Moon. What could all these possibly have in common? Well dear listener, prepare to be baffled by The Damned. Possibly the most adventurous outing yet, but is it any good? Listen on, but beware: there be spoilers ahead! Weymouth in all it's glory: https:…
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Richard Basehart’s back! This time as a cop-killin’, electronics wizardin’ , milkman scarin’ weirdo who loves a sewer or two. Just like your faithful hosts, Smokey and Adam, who this time are kicking off proceedings by reading out seven emails that Smokey wrote himself…By All The Best Lines
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We are back! The first episode of the new year, is it all we could hope for? Or is it...well, not? But, at least we kick off with Christopher Lee, The Ripper and some very hungry fish. That's gotta be good, right? “The House Of Hammer Theme” and incidental music - written and produced by Cev Moore Artwork by Richard Wells All the links you think yo…
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It’s time for some festive fun as Philip chances upon the ultimate quiz Kryptonite, Adam attempts to keep things serious whilst Smokey’s been digging through the bins again… “The House Of Hammer Theme” and incidental music - written and produced by Cev Moore Artwork by Richard Wells All the links you think you’ll need & more!https://linktr.ee/house…
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It's that time of year, so we thought we would do something a little Christmassy. A festive film quiz! The quiz is split into three rounds, here is how you will be able to hear them - Round One - Available for EVERYONE Round Two - Will be available for Patrons of all levels, including Free Patrons Round Three - Will be available to paying Patrons o…
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This time around Philip is the friendlier phantom, here to guide you through the sewers to room 84 whilst Adam practices his arias, Cev plays with organs and Smokey becomes Madame Smutterfly for one night only. Elsewhere there's all kinds of Phantoms Of Operas and a look into why there were only 3 Hammer Films released in 1962... “The House Of Hamm…
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Yo ho ho and a bottle of rum! Or is that a coffin full? Along with all the rest of the gin, snuff, cigarettes, them weird stuffed donkeys with the big eyes and tulips from Amsterdam, you could count on Captain Clegg and his cohorts to sneak them under the noses of the taxman. Has he met his match with the King's best busies? Let's find out! Cev's c…
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Smokey and Adam are on a ledge this time, as they peer down upon a most remarkable street scene. But will they jump? Find out as the boys give you their take on taut thriller, 14 Hours!By All The Best Lines
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Adam's your guide through The Terror Of The Tongs, a wild and blood soaked adventure from 1961 that bears a few similarities with a previous Hammer film. Will this be wild and blood soaked enough to stand on its own? Only a level headed roundtable discussion will get to the bottom of that. Elsewhere Philip's love for all things Yvonne sends him mul…
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Smokey couldn't be more thrilled to bring you more Hammer comedy. Thankfully, he doesn't have to suffe...enjoy this alone. Cev brings some famous faces, Philip brings the tunes and Adam brings a nightcap. “The House Of Hammer Theme” and incidental music - written and produced by Cev Moore Artwork by Richard Wells All the links you think you’ll need…
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SPOILER ALERT! This is not your only warning. 1961's 'mini Hitchcock' Taste of Fear has a memorable ending that warrants an equally memorable episode for one reason or another... For maximum thrills, the House of Hammer earnestly urge you to listen from the start to the finish! “The House Of Hammer Theme” and incidental music - written and produced…
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The boys are skulking down lamplit alleys, and diving into the shadows again, but why? Are they following Holmes and Watson on another adventure? Well… yes… but that’s also the natural habitat of this time’s guest, Cev MooreBy All The Best Lines
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Since hitting the screens in April 1961, The Curse Of The Werewolf's reputation has become the stuff of legend. Adam has been looking forward to hosting this, but is it truly a magnificent beast or an absolute howler? Join the lads as they look at all things lupine to find out… “The House Of Hammer Theme” and incidental music - written and produced…
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We're back in Hammer horror territory, hurrah! No vampires or stitched together monsters this time, though. No, it's the sheer terror of a domestic moggy. Morell, Wheatley and Shelley all return, is this a winner or should it be confined to film history's litter tray? “The House Of Hammer Theme” and incidental music - written and produced by Cev Mo…
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Join the boys as they delve into the shadowy world of women, windows and blackmail. It’s basically your average night out with SmokeyBy All The Best Lines
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April 10th, 1961 saw the release of "A Weekend With Lulu" in plenty of time to get the burgeoning Bank Holiday crowds in the mood for heading off to whichever windswept British beach they could get. Adam, Cev & Smokey get all nostalgic for a time before their time as Hammer goes all Carry On Caravanning. Do they all like to be beside the seaside? “…
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How could you beat the British Boxing Day Blues? A traditional method is a trip to the local picture house and this big title in 1960 assured audiences of high adventure in the Far East. But did it deliver on that basic promise? Join Adam, Cev and Smokey as they lift the lid on yet another can of worms... “The House Of Hammer Theme” and incidental …
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Robin Hood is back! He does look a little different from the last time though. Either way, Hammer take us back to Sherwood Forest, does this adventure work better than the last attempt? “The House Of Hammer Theme” and incidental music - written and produced by Cev Moore Artwork by Richard Wells All the links you think you’ll need & more! https://li…
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The adventure continues as Cev takes you around the house to the room with the least looked after door, Smokey becomes a bit of a legal eagle while Ben takes a look at some legless lizards and Adam leads the "Lee Love In". The Two Faces Of Dr. Jekyll received a bashing from the BBFC, the Legion of Decency and the critics alike. What got them in suc…
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Welcome to the House of Hammer, a place you're guaranteed to take something away from, even if it's a piece of your own brain in a pickle jar. Adam's here to guide you around the grounds in his finest white coat with the funny sleeves, Ben discusses the possible highlights of a coma, Smokey takes us for a trip down a well known street and Cev natte…
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Join Adam and Smokey as they contend with that most deadly of household furnishings, the infamous pillow, and its dark legacy across the span of humanityBy All The Best Lines
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After the intensity of the last film/episode Dracula is back to lift our spirits! Well, he’s not really back. But there's another vampire problem in rural Transylvania and Dr Van Helsing is returning to solve it! Plus: Smokey goes bats, Adam has an armful of brides and Cev's gone down the park. “The House Of Hammer Theme” and incidental music - wri…
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Possibly the most 'adult' film from Hammer, that we are ever likely to discuss. This really is a tricky one. But, we hope we can steer you through the murky waters, to truly appreciate what Hammer produced. The subject matter is harsh, the truth is hard to hear, but it's a story that needed telling. To help the uninitiated decide if this is for the…
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What do you hear, what do you say? Which basically describes all podcasting! And in this one, Adam and Smokey whip out their gats and get all up close and personal with Jimmy Cagney’s seminal 1938 gangster classic, Angels With Dirty FacesBy All The Best Lines
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Stanley Baker heads up an all star cast in a film that is now considered something of a classic amongst British Film buffs. Adam takes us to Hell, Cev let's you take pot shots, Ben takes pot luck and Smokey takes a look at a British icon. “The House Of Hammer Theme” and incidental music - written and produced by Cev Moore Artwork by Richard Wells A…
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Snakes alive! Film 69 and we're getting all sweaty in darkest India for the final film of '59. This completely factual document* takes in a fistful of fiendishness and grizzly Guignol. Adam is your guide through this epic transcontinental journey with Smokey taking a look backwards and forwards, Ben getting all Thug like and Cev babbling on about a…
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Adam and Smokey are joined by special guest, Rob Stroud to talk about Frank Capra’s classic romantic comedy ‘It Happened One Night’. Bring your toy bugles, your autogyros, and get ready to bring down the walls of Jericho…By All The Best Lines
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Everlasting life - the dream of man and AA battery alike. We have a look at Hammer's 1959 take on the perils of immortality, as Anton Diffring stars as Dr Georges Bonnet - a remarkably youthful-looking 104 year-old man with a terrible secret... Ben overcomes oral complications to host the episode, Adam leads the discussions, Cev talks immortality (…
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We're un-safely back in Hammer comedy territory for now and making the sort of-most of it with a show that does what it can. Surely Ben will be happier with this than The Ugly Duckling? Is it possible this film mirrors any kind of true life situation? Isn't it about time another Hammer Hero is announced? All will be revealed. “The House Of Hammer T…
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We're safely back in Hammer Horror territory for now and making the most of it with a bumper show that really does walk like an Egyptian... Cev's your tour guide and this time with a very well known guest. Ben is up to his neck in bandages, Adam appears to be even more cursed than normal and Smokey's rocking out in his corner. “The House Of Hammer …
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Adam and Smokey throw themselves into the wilds of the war with a look at Hammer’s thought-provoking treatise on the darker side of human nature - 1959’s The Camp On Blood Island - fire in the hole!By All The Best Lines
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Adam leads us into the thick, sweaty Burmese jungle where things aren't going too well for nearly all concerned... There are spoilers abound as the powerful piece goes under the House of Hammer microscope. Smokey looks at the staggering critical reaction that paved the way to four BAFTA nominations, Ben examines some ecclesiastical heroism and Cev …
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Sound the Bernard Bresslaw klaxon! One of the most inexplicable leading men in British cinema is back as Hammer take their first stab at the Jekyll and Hyde formula in this 1959 comedy.“Square nothing” Henry Jekyll stumbles across his great great grandfather's recipe for transformation, and uses it to turn into the super-confident Teddy Hide - with…
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