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Exclusive Films (Robert JE Simpson) @exclusivefilms.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

Delighted to see a range of official Hammer script books finally in the offering. I tried pitching such a series back in 2012 when I was working with the archive. My wallet will take a beating, but these do look lovely. hammerfilms.com/products/the...

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The Unquenchable Thirst of Dracula Scriptbook

Discover the Hammer film that never was. The Official Script Collection is a new series of beautifully produced, highly collectable books exploring Hammer’s films through the original scripts, drafts ...

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Exclusive Films (Robert JE Simpson) @exclusivefilms.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

Latest addition to my collection - a super-rare quad poster for Hammer Films' 'The Stranger Came Home'. Released through Exclusive in the UK in 1954, and in the US via Lippett as 'The Unholy Four'.

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Talking Pictures TV @talkingpicturestv.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

Coming soon! Saturday 5th Sept, 9:05pm THE LADY VANISHES (1978) #AngelaLansbury #ElliottGould #CybillShepherd #HerbertLom #IanCarmichael #ArthurLowe mystery drama #TPTVsubtitles

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Exclusive Films (Robert JE Simpson) @exclusivefilms.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

The Hammer Films tie-in edition of Gaston Leroux's #ThePhantomOfTheOpera novel, against the backdrop of the novel's original setting - the auditorium of the Palais Garnier in Paris. #HammerHorror

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Exclusive Films (Robert JE Simpson) @exclusivefilms.bsky.social · 02/08/2026

Two new additions to the collection - new 4k X The Unknown boxset from Hammer Films ( also featuring Man on the Beach) And a 16mm print of Wiretapper, distributed in the UK by Exclusive Films in 1955. A biographical crime drama which features an appearance by preacher Billy Graham.

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Exclusive Films (Robert JE Simpson) @exclusivefilms.bsky.social · 02/08/2026

Starting Sunday off with the new 4k restoration of Man on the Beach - part of the X The Unknown set. Delighted this finally has a decent transfer!

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Exclusive Films (Robert JE Simpson) @exclusivefilms.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

Interesting news, Wim Wenders has withdrawn his film Wrong Move from ciculation because of the inclusion of nudity of then-13 year old Nastassja Kinski. Is it time Hammer's To the Devil A Daughter was re-cut for featuring a nude 14 year old Kinski? www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

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Wim Wenders withdraws 1975 film Wrong Move over Nastassja Kinski's teen topless scene

Nastassja Kinski, who appeared in the film when she was 13, said the film-maker "didn't protect me".

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Exclusive Films (Robert JE Simpson) @exclusivefilms.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

Ed Wood's infamous Plan 9 From Outer Space is out on BD from @BFI on 7 Sep. Even better, release includes BRIDE OF THE MONSTER, which was handled by Exclusive Films on its original UK release. A must have. amzn.to/49zSXYv

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Exclusive Films (Robert JE Simpson) @exclusivefilms.bsky.social · 31/05/2026

New Addition to the collection - around 80 programmes from Will Hammer's theatre offerings. Haven't filed them yet - a few dupes of stuff I already have, but lots of new pieces. Exploring Hammer Films' theatre connections is my next big project.

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Exclusive Films (Robert JE Simpson) @exclusivefilms.bsky.social · 29/05/2026

Crucible of Horror is now sold out at the Hammer shop... Still copies available via other retailers Get yours while you can amzn.to/4uIExxM

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Talking Pictures TV @talkingpicturestv.bsky.social · 29/05/2026

Our brew and biscuits matinee today stars #DeanJagger #EdwardChapman #LeoMcKern #AnthonyNewley in... X THE UNKNOWN (1956) 2:45pm sci-fi fantasy from Hammer Films #TPTVsubtitles

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Exclusive Films (Robert JE Simpson) @exclusivefilms.bsky.social · 29/05/2026

I've been doing a bit of a deep dive into Brian Donlevy's origins. Most of you might recall him as the original Hammer Films Quatermass. But stories about his early days are muddied. Conflicting reports suggesting he was born in Ohio, or more facifully, Ireland.

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Exclusive Films (Robert JE Simpson) @exclusivefilms.bsky.social · 29/05/2026

Break in the Circle is next up on Hammer's 4k restorations. This thriller has never had a home video release before! hammerfilms.com/products/bre...

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Exclusive Films (Robert JE Simpson) @exclusivefilms.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

Latest addition to the collection - original UK quad poster for Exclusive Films' 1956 release of The Barbarians (aka Il Sacco di Roma).

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Exclusive Films (Robert JE Simpson) @exclusivefilms.bsky.social · 01/05/2026

X The Unknown is now available to pre-order as the latest Hammer Films 4k. And there's a stand alone BD version. Oh and a quad... hammerfilms.com/products/x-t...

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Exclusive Films (Robert JE Simpson) @exclusivefilms.bsky.social · 14/04/2026

I've just taken delivery of a second 16mm copy of the seldom-seen Hammer Films title Crime Reporter. This one is a previously unknown US release (which has different captions), which will sit alongside my UK Exclusive print. Thanks to those that alerted me to the listing.

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Exclusive Films (Robert JE Simpson) @exclusivefilms.bsky.social · 11/04/2026

Have managed to secure an Exclusive-era oddity that I wasn't aware of previously, and which will probably prompt a new line of research. Sorry for the vagueposting - will say more once it arrives.

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Exclusive Films (Robert JE Simpson) @exclusivefilms.bsky.social · 21/03/2026

The latest #HammerFilms 4k has arrived - Spaceways!! Delighted to be a part of this release - I contributed an essay on the connections between Howard Duff, the Lupinos and Hammer/Exclusive; and I also provided the 35mm trailer from my collection. get yours - amzn.to/4dAhLlU

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Exclusive Films (Robert JE Simpson) @exclusivefilms.bsky.social · 19/02/2026

The first finished copies of my new book on Hammer Films - Don't Dare See It Alone! - have finally arrived. Pre-orders start shipping next week. Meanwhile you can order yours from me direct at ko-fi.com/avalard/shop... Or via amazon amzn.eu/d/042KmfSU

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Exclusive Films (Robert JE Simpson) @exclusivefilms.bsky.social · 04/02/2026

Just in... Some of the rarest pieces a Hammer completist could chase... I've been after this particular piece of sheet music for years. And thankfully my dealer didn't rip me off over it either.

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Exclusive Films (Robert JE Simpson) @exclusivefilms.bsky.social · 31/01/2026

Some more Exclusive Films lobby cards have arrived in the post this week. All individuals rather than complete sets. Even more exciting delivery due next week...

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Exclusive Films (Robert JE Simpson) @exclusivefilms.bsky.social · 27/01/2026

There is good news with regards my book 'Don't Dare See It Alone'. Originally scheduled for last year, tech issues put it back at the last minute. Publication now set for 14 Feb. Pre-orders will start shifting in batches once I get stock to hand.

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Exclusive Films (Robert JE Simpson) @exclusivefilms.bsky.social · 27/12/2025

That new cover art for the forthcoming SPACEWAYS 4k is gorgeous. Also, I've contributed an essay to the booklet, and a trailer for the extras. Get your copy ordered!

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Exclusive Films (Robert JE Simpson) @exclusivefilms.bsky.social · 12/12/2025

Recent additions to my #HammerFilms collection. A mix of vintage and modern books, posters, stills, sheet music and discs relating both to Hammer and their distribution arm #ExclusiveFilms. Some of this will no doubt make it's way into my Exclusive book and other projects.

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Exclusive Films (Robert JE Simpson) @exclusivefilms.bsky.social · 05/12/2025

Latest poster acquisition is this original UK quad for the Exclusive Films release of western '3 Desperate Men' from 1951. Saw a copy of this online a few years ago and didn't think I'd ever find one for sale. Directed by Sam Newfield. The US release was by Lippert.

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Exclusive Films (Robert JE Simpson) @exclusivefilms.bsky.social · 02/12/2025

First 4k in the new machine is an old Peter Cushing favourite... But not a Hammer. Yes it's Dr Who and the Daleks time. Just what I needed now I've been given the all clear following my eye surgery.

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Exclusive Films (Robert JE Simpson) @exclusivefilms.bsky.social · 26/11/2025

Finally caved in and bought a 4k player. Basically just so I can properly appreciate the new Hammer remasters, but I've picked up some other titles too. Will give something a proper spin tomorrow.

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Exclusive Films (Robert JE Simpson) @exclusivefilms.bsky.social · 26/11/2025

Oh look! A subtle little Hammer Films cameo in The Beatles Anthology: Two. Iconic.

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Exclusive Films (Robert JE Simpson) @exclusivefilms.bsky.social · 24/11/2025

Today's post brought me the latest Wayne Kinsey book on Hammer, and the Kaleidoscope DVD of Wolfshead. The latter I got for completion sake, the print used is awful, full of blemishes. Nice clean 4k Hammer restoration is on the new Men in Sherwood Forest release.

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Exclusive Films (Robert JE Simpson) @exclusivefilms.bsky.social · 21/11/2025

Today would have been legendary scream queen Ingrid Pitt's 88th birthday. An absolute icon of horror, talented writer, Holocaust survivor and tour de force. I should have some Ingrid news to share with you all very soon

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Hammer Horrors @hammerhorrors.bsky.social · 21/11/2025

Terence Fisher directs a scene with Anthony de Souza and Heather Sears in Hammer’s The Phantom of the Opera, which began principal photography on this day in 1961 🖤

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Exclusive Films (Robert JE Simpson) @exclusivefilms.bsky.social · 10/10/2025

Ohhh I don't think I've seen this edition of William Temple'a Four Sided Triangle before... *adds to wantlist*

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Exclusive Films (Robert JE Simpson) @exclusivefilms.bsky.social · 09/10/2025

Woohoo, my order of the Hammer 4k Curse of Frankenstein has shipped!

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Exclusive Films (Robert JE Simpson) @exclusivefilms.bsky.social · 08/10/2025

There's a few Hammer Films-related pieces up for grabs in my eBay store currently, with some more to come. Help a boy out and buy something! ebay.us/m/EC66PW

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Exclusive Films (Robert JE Simpson) @exclusivefilms.bsky.social · 07/10/2025

If you think Hammer was only films then you're very wrong. Hammer Productions were also extensively involved in theatre in the 40s and 50s. I've spent this morning organising some of my collection of Hammer theatre programmes for a future project.

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Exclusive Films (Robert JE Simpson) @exclusivefilms.bsky.social · 01/10/2025

Am very envious of all of you who got invites to The Curse of Frankenstein 4k premiere event in London tonight. I'm sure it'll be a blast.

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Exclusive Films (Robert JE Simpson) @exclusivefilms.bsky.social · 27/09/2025

I watched the new restoration of The Man in Black last night - Sid James is a delight, and love the detail thats now on show. Also thrilled to finally be able to see Yoga and You - would also like to have seen the other Yoga shorts in the package, not sure where they'll fit in now amzn.to/4mB9PBC

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The Man in Black Limited 4K UHD + BD [Region A & B & C]

A huge radio hit through the wartime years and beyond, The Man in Black mesmerised millions of listeners with his macabre tales, making Valentine Dyall a household name for his star turn as the sepulc...

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Exclusive Films (Robert JE Simpson) @exclusivefilms.bsky.social · 27/09/2025

Men of Sherwood Forest is the next Hammer Films 4k. Very much looking forward to this one - Exclusive/Hammer's earliest colour feature finally restored. Plus a 4k restoration of John Hough's excellent Wolfshead. hammerfilms.com/products/the...

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Exclusive Films (Robert JE Simpson) @exclusivefilms.bsky.social · 20/09/2025

Just arrived in the post - the new Hammer Films 4k of The Man in Black. This is one of my favorite early Hammer films and I'm so looking forward to tucking in.

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Exclusive Films (Robert JE Simpson) @exclusivefilms.bsky.social · 17/09/2025

The Man Who Could Cheat Death - original US 1/2 sheet poster. This one used to hang above my fireplace. Top tip Hammer fans - if you want an affordable original Hammer poster that it's easy to find a frame for - buy a 1/2 sheet!

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Exclusive Films (Robert JE Simpson) @exclusivefilms.bsky.social · 17/09/2025

What's the one piece of Hammer memorabilia you'd like to own? Are you a poster person? A VHS collector? Do you own props? Pictured - a selection of pieces from my collection

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Exclusive Films (Robert JE Simpson) @exclusivefilms.bsky.social · 29/08/2025

Got my order for The Curse of Frankenstein in. And for the first time I seem to have bagged some of the freebies (though not the poster ☹️). Folks, Hammer Films have separate 4k and Blu-ray Editions available for this one alongside the Ltd edition box hammerfilms.com/collections/...

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Exclusive Films (Robert JE Simpson) @exclusivefilms.bsky.social · 22/08/2025

The Curse of Frankenstein is next up in Hammer's 4k restorations. An epic features-packed UK-only limited edition hammerfilms.com/products/the...

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Exclusive Films (Robert JE Simpson) @exclusivefilms.bsky.social · 21/08/2025

There's all the other Hammer Films fans begging for 4k releases of the gothics, while I'm getting excited about the arrival of sheet music for another long-forgotten song by founder Will Hammer...

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Illuminations @illuminations.bsky.social · 18/08/2025

Calling historians and researchers. The BBC Written Archives Centre has changed its access rules without consultation. This means an end to proper independent research into the BBC's rich history. 178 have already signed the open letter. Please join the campaign: tinyurl.com/bbcwaccampaign

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Open letter BBC Written Archives - August 2025

Join the campaign to protect the future of independent research at the BBC Written Archives Centre The following text is an open letter expressing the concern of historians and researchers about chan...

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Exclusive Films (Robert JE Simpson) @exclusivefilms.bsky.social · 16/08/2025

My contributor copy of the new Hammer Films' 4k restoration of BLOOD ORANGE has arrived! Delighted. I've written an essay on Exclusive Films for the booklet, and lent the original 35mm elements for the trailer from my personal collection of ephemera. Get your copy here: amzn.to/4lulBNG

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