Dark Glamour: The Blood and Guts of Hammer Productions
Originally released in 2017. Dark Glamour: The Blood and Guts of Hammer Productions is a documentary/history film. directed by Jérôme Korkikian. At just 55 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Marcus Hearn, Mick Garris, and Dario Argento
Synopsis
The greatness, fall and renaissance of Hammer, the flagship company of British popular cinema, mainly from 1955 to 1968. Tortured women and sadistic monsters populated oppressive scenarios in provocative productions that shocked censorship and disgusted critics but fascinated the public. Movies in which horror was shown in offensive colors: dreadful stories, told without prejudices, that offered fear, blood, sex and stunning performances.
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 6, 2017
8 years ago
Runtime
0h 55m
55 minutes total
User Rating
6.0/10
Good (6 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
France
+ 1 more
Director
Top Cast
Marcus Hearn
as Self - Hammer Historian
Mick Garris
as Self - Filmmaker
Dario Argento
as Self - Filmmaker
Horst Janson
as Self - Actor
Caroline Munro
as Self - Actress / Various Roles
Joann Sfar
as Self - Comic Author
John Carpenter
as Self - Filmmaker
Simon Oakes
as Self - Hammer CEO
Jonathan Rigby
as Self - Film Historian / Actor
Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom
as Self (archive footage)
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- ARTE GEIE
- ITV Studios France
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dark Glamour: The Blood and Guts of Hammer Productions about?
The greatness, fall and renaissance of Hammer, the flagship company of British popular cinema, mainly from 1955 to 1968. Tortured women and sadistic monsters populated oppressive scenarios in provo...
Who directed Dark Glamour: The Blood and Guts of Hammer Productions?
Dark Glamour: The Blood and Guts of Hammer Productions was directed by Jérôme Korkikian.
How long is Dark Glamour: The Blood and Guts of Hammer Productions?
Dark Glamour: The Blood and Guts of Hammer Productions has a runtime of 0 hours and 55 minutes (55 minutes total).
When was Dark Glamour: The Blood and Guts of Hammer Productions released?
Dark Glamour: The Blood and Guts of Hammer Productions was released on August 6, 2017 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Dark Glamour: The Blood and Guts of Hammer Productions?
The main cast of Dark Glamour: The Blood and Guts of Hammer Productions includes Marcus Hearn, Mick Garris, Dario Argento, Horst Janson, Caroline Munro.