Hammer Horror Blu-ray Releases

[RossyG]

Originally Posted by Number 28

I would like the mission patch. I have to be careful not to be in the first 10 orders and not order 511 and above.

Haha, same.

I’ll be fuming if I get the poster.

[Mr. Thomsen]

Am I annoyed about the slightly higher price? Yes, a bit. Will it stop me from pre-ordering it? Hell no!

If anything, I thought the Kronos box was rather cheap for what we got. Remember how people were guessing at the price before the final details were disclosed. Almost all of us thought it would be more.

I mean, I would have loved for Quatermass to keep the same price point, which I think would have been a very fair price for it. But who knows why this is more expensive - maybe the restoration took more hours and was harder to finish, or maybe they have to calculate in fees for using some of that BBC stuff?

In the end, we now know that Hammer is 99.9% likely to release cheaper standard editions once the limited edition has sold out. So, it really comes down to whether the physical extras are worth the money for you. For me, there is no doubt when it comes to this title, whereas I am more hesitant to spend the money on the limited editions of Four Sided Triangle and Shatter.

[The Hornets]

Originally Posted by Mr. Thomsen

I mean, I would have loved for Quatermass to keep the same price point, which I think would have been a very fair price for it. But who knows why this is more expensive - maybe the restoration took more hours and was harder to finish, or maybe they have to calculate in fees for using some of that BBC stuff?

The BBC do seem to charge a lot for their content to be included as extras. Why it tends to be quite rare on non-BBC product.

They also seem to charge foreign labels less than UK labels. Why you see more BBC content on discs from the likes of Criterion than the BFI, even though a lot of BBC content would fit many BFI titles.

An example is the BBC's Wicker Man documentary isn't on the various Studio Canal UK releases but is on Imprint's Australian release.

[pnaschy]

For all you new newsletter subscribers and hordes of fiends who have emailed us asking for more details, we're excited to tell you about our ongoing Limited Collector's Edition range. Crafted especially for fans and dedicated collectors, each release in this collection is a meticulously restored 4K collector's box set, offering you an unparalleled viewing experience.

Every month, a new title will be resurrected from Hammer's iconic vaults, restored from the best available materials and HDR-graded with Dolby Vision to present a definitive home video release of the film on both UHD and Blu-ray (you don't need a 4K player to view all the content on these sets). These releases will cover the full range of Hammer's output, from rarities through to the genre-defining works that have shaped the world of cinema. Hammer releases of Hammer films will be definitive – imagine adding these beautifully-packaged treasures to your collection!

These definitive Limited Collector's Editions also feature a wealth of additional material: brand-new and legacy documentaries and interviews, exclusive expert commentaries, different release versions of the main feature, detailed booklets featuring new articles contextualising the films, exclusive archive imagery, brand new artwork from world-class artists. Some titles will also include posters and artcards, while the classics will be packaged in their own foil-stamped, leather-effect box. These definitive releases are the ultimate Hammer collectables – and when they're gone, they're gone!

Experience these restorations in the best possible way—directly from Hammer. Our website provides early access to each release, ensuring you’re always ahead in securing these collector’s gems. Plus, some releases will feature exclusive release rewards—another great reason to buy direct from us.


The Range So Far
Our range is already growing and there’s more to come throughout the year. While Captain Kronos: Vampire Hunter Limited Collector’s Edition has already sold out and Four Sided Triangle is fast selling, there are still some hidden gems waiting to sink their teeth into your collection...

[Seasnake30]

Hopefully we’ll get some Dracula on 4K in this “Ultimate Collection” soon.

[Hammerlover]

As much as I love Hammer (duh), I'm not sure if I can afford a super deluxe special edition every month, especially with the absurd tariffs that are now in effect.

[fred25_Ca]

At these prices, I'll stick to only my favorites. I'll try to get Quatermass (I love the first two, especially). I wonder what other titles they got the rights to. I'd jump on Horror of Dracula or The Mummy (my two favorite Hammer movies). The Bride of Dracula or Curse of the werewolf would be pretty incredible too! :P

[Hammerlover]

Originally Posted by fred25_Ca

At these prices, I'll stick to only my favorites. I'll try to get Quatermass (I love the first two, especially). I wonder what other titles they got the rights to. I'd jump on Horror of Dracula or The Mummy (my two favorite Hammer movies). The Bride of Dracula or Curse of the werewolf would be pretty incredible too! :P

BRIDES and CURSE are solidly with Universal; however, the other titles you mentioned are definite possibilities, along with CURSE OF FRANKENSTEIN and FRANKENSTEIN AND THE MONSTER FROM HELL.

[fred25_Ca]

Originally Posted by Hammerlover

BRIDES and CURSE are solidly with Universal; however, the other titles you mentioned are definite possibilities, along with CURSE OF FRANKENSTEIN and FRANKENSTEIN AND THE MONSTER FROM HELL.

Man, I can only imagine how popular Horror of Dracula would be. I'm surprised they didn't start their whole lineup with that one. The Mummy and The Monster from Hell got great 88 films releases not too long ago so I don't know if Hammer would be in as much of a hurry to release those.

[The Hornets]

Originally Posted by fred25_Ca

Man, I can only imagine how popular Horror of Dracula would be. I'm surprised they didn't start their whole lineup with that one. The Mummy and The Monster from Hell got great 88 films releases not too long ago so I don't know if Hammer would be in as much of a hurry to release those.

You mean Second Sight.

[WaverBoy]

My most wanted Hammer deluxe set is a proper 4K restoration of DRACULA (1958) from the ground up, including ALL of the surviving censored footage from the Japanese print, corrected audio editing during the finale, corrected color, and the original DRACULA title card. The BFI totally blew it with their badly flawed and incomplete restoration with the wonky blue tint. The Anolis release was better, as it added a tasty missing shot of Dracula’s anguished face at the end, but the color still sucked. Let’s hope Hammer can finally put things right.

[Hammerlover]

Originally Posted by WaverBoy

My most wanted Hammer deluxe set is a proper 4K restoration of DRACULA (1958) from the ground up, including ALL of the surviving censored footage from the Japanese print, corrected audio editing during the finale, corrected color, and the original DRACULA title card. The BFI totally blew it with their badly flawed and incomplete restoration with the wonky blue tint. The Anolis release was better, as it added a tasty missing shot of Dracula’s anguished face at the end, but the color still sucked. Let’s hope Hammer can finally put things right.

That would be a monster seller (pun intended)! By the way, the Warner Archive release has acceptable color (it's certainly warmer than the BFI), but is ultimately flawed by black crush.

[pnaschy]

Shatter is on the way.

[Hammerlover]

Originally Posted by pnaschy

Shatter is on the way.

They call him MISTER Shatter!

[T4ffer]

Originally Posted by pnaschy

Shatter is on the way.

I still havent received 4S3 . Will have to complain if it doesn’t come soon. According to royal Mail it has left the UK twice, or has been trying to.

[WaverBoy]

Originally Posted by Hammerlover

That would be a monster seller (pun intended)! By the way, the Warner Archive release has acceptable color (it's certainly warmer than the BFI), but is ultimately flawed by black crush.

If I had the Warner release I’d never watch it, because it’s cut. Here’s hoping Hammer comes through.

[CinemaScope]

Originally Posted by WaverBoy

If I had the Warner release I’d never watch it, because it’s cut. Here’s hoping Hammer comes through.

Yes, but those few extra shots come from a crappy old Japanese print (that's all there is), I'm happy with the released version. Dracula is arguably Hammer's best film, & all we have is two duds; the BFI blue/cyan effort (what were they thinking of!) & Warner's crush job. I saw this in a little London art cinema in 1965, & of course I don't remember the exact look, but I do remember being wowed by the vibrant colour.

[RICKBONDOO7]

SHE (1965) Is so Long overdue! It's the 60th Anniversary this year. Let's hope we finally get it Hammer Fans. : )

[WaverBoy]

Originally Posted by CinemaScope

Yes, but those few extra shots come from a crappy old Japanese print (that's all there is), I'm happy with the released version. Dracula is arguably Hammer's best film, & all we have is two duds; the BFI blue/cyan effort (what were they thinking of!) & Warner's crush job. I saw this in a little London art cinema in 1965, & of course I don't remember the exact look, but I do remember being wowed by the vibrant colour.

Those recovered censored shots look pretty good considering the state of the source materials, but a fresh 4K scan, proper color correction, and audio editing fix would work wonders. As of the versions presently available, I’m not gonna waste money on a cut version of the film I’d never watch. I’d rather deal with the wonky colors than a BBFC-censored print, so it’s the Anolis release for this Hammer fan.

[UnionJackMix]

Does anyone know when the Quatermass pre-order goes live? Will it be midnight today?