Day 5 of #31daysofhorror #shocktober – an acclaimed series of vampire thrillers from Hammer in the early 70’s
Shocktober Gets Bloody Naked!
As we head into day #5 of our “Shocktober” fun, I need to share a warning:
NUDITY AND CULT EROTIC HORROR AHEAD!
Yes, I need to warn you that some of the images to follow include nudity – because this story is about a time when movie studios were desperate to keep up with the times, and if a horror film was going to connect with an audience, it had to look current even if it took place in the past!
Yes, the 70’s were a time when all rules were thrown out the window as movie studios struggled to stay current…and this was how one iconic horror studio took timeless horror stories and sexed them up!
It’s Hammer Time!
Hammer films became legendary in the 50’s and 60’s by offering up vintage horror tales with Dracula, Frankenstein, and lots of medieval atmosphere!
However, by the…
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johnrieber 
This was my comment last year, John.
” I used to love these Hammer ‘Lesbo-Vampire’ films, and have a couple on DVD. Madeline Smith, who played Emma Morton, was a real heartthrob of mine at the time, with her lisping voice, large round eyes, huge boobs, and very ‘English’ beauty. I watched some terrible films, just because she was in them ”
I haven’t changed!
Best wishes, Pete.
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But these movies are actually good! The nudity and blood is just a nice addition! Thanks Pete!
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