Tag: Peter Cushing
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Every Failed Van Helsing Reboot, From Tom Cruise to Channing Tatum
Abraham Van Helsing was first introduced in Bram Stoker’s 1897 novel Dracula. Inevitably, the character made his way into the 1931 Universal feature Dracula, portrayed by Edward Van Sloan (who would reprise the role in Dracula‘s Daughter in 1936). In the original novel, Helsing’s presence is only requested by the main characters because of his…
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‘Dracula’ Studio Hammer Films Acquired by Renowned British Theater Mogul John Gore (Exclusive)
Iconic British horror label Hammer Films and Studios has been acquired by renowned British theater producer John Gore.Gore, a 20-time Tony, Emmy and Olivier-winning entertainment producer, is known for his live theater company the John Gore Organization, which owns Broadway.com and Broadway Across America – a leading presenter, distributor and marketer of Broadway theater worldwide.…
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British Horror Label Amicus Resurrects With Anthology Film ‘In the Grip of Terror’
Iconic British horror label Amicus Productions is resurrecting with anthology film “In the Grip of Terror.”Based at Shepperton Studios, Amicus was founded by American producers and screenwriters Milton Subotsky and Max Rosenberg and was active between 1962 and 1977. The outfit was mainly known for their portmanteau or anthology films featuring four or five horror…