Luc Haasbroek is a writer and videographer from Durban, South Africa. A lifelong movie nerd, he's written for sites like Paste and Briefly. Luc has also worked behind the camera on short films and other projects. When not writing or watching LOTR marathons, Luc hangs out with his cats and generally forgets where he's left his keys.
Hammer Films is a British production company that is synonymous with horror. Founded in 1934, the company produced several influential horror and fantasy movies between the 1950s and '70s, including iconic depictions of characters like Victor Frankenstein, the Mummy, and Count Dracula. Hammer dominated the horror genre for more than a decade, raking in big returns at the box office, until competition forced them to cease production in the '80s.
Although the plot is somewhat slight, The Abominable Snowman is oppressive and claustrophobic. Director Val Guests ratchets up the psychological tension rather than solely relying on creature scares. The characters also wrestle with ethical dilemmas around their pursuit of the surprisingly intelligent creature. In part, this decision may reflect budget constraints, as they couldn't show the yeti too extensively. Either way, it works.
8 'Dracula: Prince of Darkness' Directed by Terence Fisher Close "After a reign of terror spanning more than a century, the king of the undead was finally traced to his lair high in the Carpathian Mountains." The plot is straightforward: four travelers seek shelter at Castle Dracula, unaware of the horrors that await them.
The Brides of Dracula doesn't add much to vampire mythology, and the antagonist doesn't hold a candle to Christopher Lee, but the movie compensates with exquisite costumes, meticulous production design, and a delectable Gothic atmosphere. Cobwebs, crypts, dark forests, and shadowed corridors are abundant here. Director Terence Fisher once again flexes his confidence with this kind of material. Plus, the sexual overtones add a different kind of tension.
Captain Kronos: Vampire Hunter is essentially a hybrid of vampire horror and swashbuckling action. While light on frights and gore, the movie boasts notable swordplay sequences, and the mystery surrounding the antagonist adds intrigue until the final reveal. Most of all, it stands out by experimenting with vampire tropes. Here, different vampire bloodlines have different weaknesses that must be identified in order to destroy them.
Here, Cushing turns in a career-defining performance, radiating obsession and menacing swagger. Lee is also impressive beneath his pounds of makeup. Taking on a character this iconic is no small feat, especially given Boris Karloff's towering portrayal, but he succeeds in making it his own. He's helped along by makeup artist Phil Leakey, who crafts a distinctive look for the monster which is a bit more subtle while still being creepy.
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