The name of Hammer has long been associated
with the horror film genre. However, the legendary British company also made
some of the best fantasy and science fiction films in the UK. From the terrors
of The Quatermass Xperiment to the
prehistoric menace of One Million Years
BC, Hammer produced well-made productions with style and creativity equally
as good as their gothic horrors. Directors such as Val Guest, Don Chaffey and
Joseph Losey turned out spectacular fantasies for Hammer, many of which are now
considered cult classics.
Writer Bruce G Hallenbeck explores the
history of the studio's many ventures into science-fantasy, setting them in the
context of the genre as a whole and provides the reader with a wealth of
fascinating detail, as well as dozens of rare photos from private collections.
With a foreword by actress Martine Beswick,
HAMMER FANTASY & SCI-Fi is a 268 page book illustrated with more than 200
photos, including 8 pages in colour, and can be highly recommended for all
lovers of this film genre, whether a Hammer fan or not.- Dave Worrall
Available now from: www.hemlockbooks.co.uk