More Classic Monster Films Brought to Glorious Blu-Ray

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MOVIE REVIEW
The Mummy
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Genre: Adventure, Horror
Year Released: 1959
Runtime: 1h 28m
Director(s): Terence Fisher
Writer(s): Jimmy Sangster
Cast: Peter Cushing, Christopher Lee, Yvonne Furneaux, Eddie Byrne, Felix Aylmer

Frankenstein and the Monster from Hell
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Genre: Horror, Sci-Fi
Year Released: 1974
Runtime: 1h 33m
Director(s): Terence Fisher
Writer(s): Anthony Hinds
Cast: Peter Cushing, Shane Briant, Madeline Smith, David Prowse, John Stratton

Where To Watch: these will be released on August 29, available for pre-order on https://secondsightfilms.co.uk/

“Two ultimate Hammer Horror classics, THE MUMMY and FRANKENSTEIN AND THE MONSTER FROM HELL, starring British acting royalty, the legendary Peter Cushing in both films and other greats including Christopher Lee and Patrick Troughton receive special limited editions from Second Sight Films.”

Second Sight Films consistently puts out some of the best special editions I’ve seen. The care for detail, unique features, and quality restorations make them stand out. These two classic Hammer films are no exception.

Both bring a unique flair to the classic monsters that star in them; there were so many films featuring The Mummy and Frankenstein’s monster that there needs to be something to draw my interest. The look and feel of these films are darker than the traditional take that so many are used to, and I loved it.

The incredible cast lineup of Peter Cushing, David Prowse, Christopher Lee, and more give these films great classic acting and a feel of importance that’s hard to duplicate. The English actors felt at home in this genre of film; they play such a powerful counter to the heavy makeup that the “monsters” have on. If you love the classic monsters that originated the horror genre, you’ll love both of these films. Of course, the film's display aspect is an excellent addition to any collection!

THE MUMMY Special Features:
The main feature presented in the original UK theatrical aspect ratio 1.66:1, and alternative full frame1.37:1
New audio commentary by film academic Kelly Robinson
Archive audio commentary by Marcus Hearn and Jonathan Rigby
An Appreciation of The Mummy by David Huckvale
The Music of The Mummy
Unwrapping The Mummy
The House of Horror: Memories of Bray
The Hammer Rep Company
Original Promo Reel
Still Gallery
Rigid slipcase with new artwork by Graham Humphreys
Soft cover book with new essays by Kat Ellinger, Lindsay Hallam, and Kevin Lyons plus production stills
5 collectors' art cards

FRANKENSTEIN AND THE MONSTER FROM HELL Special Features:
The main feature presented in the original UK Theatrical aspect ratio 1.66:1, and alternative full frame1.37:1
New audio commentary by film academic Kat Ellinger
Archive audio commentary by Shane Briant, Madeline Smith, and Marcus Hearn
An Appreciation of Frankenstein and the Monster From Hell by David Huckvale
The Music of Frankenstein and the Monster From Hell
Taking Over the Asylum
Charming Evil: Terence Fisher at Hammer
Stills Gallery
Rigid slipcase with new artwork by Graham Humphreys
Soft cover book with new essays by Kevin Lyons, Kelly Robinson and Emma Westwood plus production stills
5 collectors' art cards

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