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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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(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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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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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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Like the ghost of Mariah Carey, Film Guff is back to haunt you this christmas with a double whammy! Cev & Nick are joined by Rivers Langley from The Goods From The Woods Podcast to discuss the Black Christmas trilogy (yes, for some reason there's three of them). And where else would you find a serial killer in scuba gear othere than a Film Guff Chr…
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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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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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With Halloween around the corner, Ali & Cev foolishly offered Smokey a chance to talk about a horror film and he brought along the Kevin Smith romantic comedy "TUSK" (2014) instead. "He's living the rest of his ife as a fucking walrus with a floating beach ball" "He's actually crossing his legs and kicking his left leg. Not like Sharon Stone." "We …
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SPOILERS GALORE!! Recorded during the summer of 2024, Ali & Cev take an almost forensic look into Fight Club from 1999 and then spent the next few months punching a nearly 3 hour recording into less than 2 whilst makig a statement about commercials in podcasts... Edit & Music By Cevin Moore https://linktr.ee/filmguff I am Jack's editing nightmare…
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Ali & Cev are joined by their good friend Smokey from The House of Hammer and All The Best Lines podcasts to talk about a firm favourite: Guest House Paradiso. The discussion takes some unexpected and sometimes wanky turns as they unpick everything from French film references to space unicorns. If you have a delicate nature, why are you listening t…
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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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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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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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Apart from charcter names and a slightly tweaked finale, "I, MONSTER" remains the most faithful interpretation of Stevenson's 1886 novella. Cev & Gabriella explore this, the novella and a few of the notable silver screen adaptations along with a cat, a mouse, Victoriana and a new superhero... Edit & Music By Cevin Moore Contact:Twitter: @AmicusHere…
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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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Without the writer, there simply won't be a movie or TV show which became painfuly obvious during the summer of 2023. Ali & Cev have had a little chat about the whacky world of the screenwriter and picked out some shining examples both past and present. Edit & Music By Cevin Moore https://linktr.ee/filmguff "If Mark Kermode hates it, I'm sold!"…
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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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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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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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Margarine Night Shyamalam released a film in 2023 that went pretty much unnoticed thanks to past projects like The Happening, The Lady In The Water and The Golden Girls: Resurrected, but thanks to Ali's vigilance, KNOCK AT THE CABIN has blipped on the Film Guff radar. Could this be a symptom of cabin fever or cabin holidays? The pair leave you lose…
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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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