Wake Wood and the Return of Hammer.

[Susan Foreman]

It looks like Hammer are planning on bringing Professor Quatermass back to the cinema

Legendary and Hammer Bringing Classic British Sci-Fi Hero QUATERMASS to the Big Screen (Exclusive) | Nerdist

[Susan Foreman]

Eddie Izzard - Starring ‘Doctor Jekyll’ Boarded by Hammer Studios / Variety

"The newly reestablished Hammer Studios has acquired U.K. rights for B Good Picture Company’s “Doctor Jekyll.”

In Nov. 2021, the U.K.’s Network Distributing sealed a deal with iconic British horror label Hammer Films to form Hammer Studios Ltd. “Doctor Jekyll,” directed by Joe Stephenson and currently shooting in the U.K., will be the first film to be released by the newly formed studio.

In the film, a modern interpretation of Robert Louis Stevenson’s iconic 1886 novella “The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde,” Eddie Izzard plays Dr. Nina Jekyll, a recluse who finds friendship with her newly hired help, Rob, played by emerging actor Scott Chambers (“Chicken”) and they must work together to prevent Hyde from destroying her life. The screenplay is by first time writer Dan Kelly-Mulhern.,,"

[Susan Foreman]

The first look (i.e the poster) for Eddie Izzard as 'Dr. Jekyll'

There is no word about when the film will be released to cinemas, but Metro International Entertainment is currently screening it at the Cannes Film Festival which opened on May 17th and closes on May 28th

[trebor8273]

Originally Posted by Susan Foreman

The first look (i.e the poster) for Eddie Izzard as 'Dr. Jekyll'

There is no word about when the film will be released to cinemas, but Metro International Entertainment is currently screening it at the Cannes Film Festival which opened on May 17th and closes on May 28th

This good be good he was in Hannibal and was good in that as well as a few others , will keep a eye on it.

[MrBarlow]

Originally Posted by trebor8273

This good be good he was in Hannibal and was good in that as well as a few others , will keep a eye on it.

He was good in Day Of The Triffids 2009 if you come across that, worth a watch

[Susan Foreman]

Stop me if you've heard *this* one before...

Hammer Horror Returning to Life With New Owner and New Slate of Movies / Bloody Disgusting

"You can’t talk about the history of horror without talking about Hammer Horror, with Hammer Film Productions over the years releasing countless classics including their own takes on iconic monsters such as Dracula, Frankenstein, and The Mummy, and their movies solidifying the likes of Christopher Lee and Peter Cushing as true icons in the horror genre.

Variety reports this morning that British theater producer John Gore has acquired Hammer Films and Studios, and he’ll lead a new team aiming to revitalize the legendary brand.

“Under Gore’s management, the plan is to invest significantly in Hammer Films to breathe new life into the studio, blending the nostalgic charm of Hammer with modern cinematic style and innovation, while preserving its heritage and library,” Variety’s exclusive report details. “A new slate of films and projects will be unveiled imminently.”

First up is the Eddie Izzard-starring Doctor Jekyll, set for release later this year.

New owner John Gore said in a statement:

“Ever since I was a young boy, I’ve been enchanted by the magic of Hammer Films. Its stories, its characters and its unique place in British heritage and cinema have been a source of inspiration and wonder. Today, as I stand at the helm of this iconic studio, my commitment is twofold: to celebrate and preserve the unmatched legacy of Hammer and to usher in a new era of storytelling that captivates audiences worldwide. With significant investment and a fresh creative vision, we will ensure that the spirit of Hammer not only endures but thrives in the modern age.”"

[Demdike@Cult Labs]

Originally Posted by Susan Foreman

Stop me if you've heard *this* one before...

Hammer Horror Returning to Life With New Owner and New Slate of Movies / Bloody Disgusting

Why the sarcastic opening line, Susan?

Simon Oakes and the last owners of Hammer films got themselves a box office number one in The Woman In Black as well as produced numerous other worldwide cinema releases such as Let Me In, The Resident, The Quiet Ones and The Lodge.

The new owners already have a release coming to cinemas in Dr. Jekyll.

[Susan Foreman]

Originally Posted by Demdike@Cult Labs

Why the sarcastic opening line, Susan?[/B]

Because we regularly hear reports of companies being resurrected and films being released that (more often than not) come to nowt

We have known about the new 'Dr. Jekyll' release for some time

[Demdike@Cult Labs]

Originally Posted by Susan Foreman

Because we regularly hear reports of companies being resurrected and films being released that (more often than not) come to nowt

We have known about the new 'Dr. Jekyll' release for some time

But not with Hammer.

We first had news of Dr. Jekyll in March this year with the first images in May. If that is 'some time' then you clearly have no idea about how long it takes to make a film.

[Susan Foreman]

Originally Posted by Demdike@Cult Labs

But not with Hammer.

We first had news of Dr. Jekyll in March this year with the first images in May. If that is 'some time' then you clearly have no idea about how long it takes to make a film.

With all due respect, I used to work in the film business

Admittedly, the kind of films I was involved with were not big titles that would happily sit next to family blockbusters at yer local ABC!!!