We're back in Hammer horror territory, hurrah! No vampires or stitched together monsters this time, though. No, it's the sheer terror of a domestic moggy. Morell, Wheatley and Shelley all return, is this a winner or should it be confined to film history's litter tray? “The House Of Hammer Theme” and incidental music - written and produced by Cev Mo…

Still smelling of popcorn and Fanta, Ali's here as a fan to have a quick word about the number one supernatural shit-stirrer... Edit & Music By Cevin Moore https://linktr.ee/filmguffBy The Gaff Network

April 10th, 1961 saw the release of "A Weekend With Lulu" in plenty of time to get the burgeoning Bank Holiday crowds in the mood for heading off to whichever windswept British beach they could get. Adam, Cev & Smokey get all nostalgic for a time before their time as Hammer goes all Carry On Caravanning. Do they all like to be beside the seaside? “…

How could you beat the British Boxing Day Blues? A traditional method is a trip to the local picture house and this big title in 1960 assured audiences of high adventure in the Far East. But did it deliver on that basic promise? Join Adam, Cev and Smokey as they lift the lid on yet another can of worms... “The House Of Hammer Theme” and incidental …

Robin Hood is back! He does look a little different from the last time though. Either way, Hammer take us back to Sherwood Forest, does this adventure work better than the last attempt? “The House Of Hammer Theme” and incidental music - written and produced by Cev Moore Artwork by Richard Wells All the links you think you’ll need & more! https://li…

Ben and Smokey take you on a truly horrific journey. Hear their opinions on the 80's, Keith, fake bats and just how awesome Vincent Price is. Oh and on this episode? Something you may not have been expecting.By The Gaff Network

The adventure continues as Cev takes you around the house to the room with the least looked after door, Smokey becomes a bit of a legal eagle while Ben takes a look at some legless lizards and Adam leads the "Lee Love In". The Two Faces Of Dr. Jekyll received a bashing from the BBFC, the Legion of Decency and the critics alike. What got them in suc…

Apart from charcter names and a slightly tweaked finale, "I, MONSTER" remains the most faithful interpretation of Stevenson's 1886 novella. Cev & Gabriella explore this, the novella and a few of the notable silver screen adaptations along with a cat, a mouse, Victoriana and a new superhero... Edit & Music By Cevin Moore Contact:Twitter: @AmicusHere…

An FG Retro Release from October 2017! It's weird to think that this is now older than Kurt Cobain will ever be, but here we are: John Carpenter's masterpiece that he saw as nothing more than a homage to the original THING FROM ANOTHER WORLD from '51. Ali & Cev wet their pants about the Arrow Blu Ray release and hope their pants don't freeze in the…

Welcome to the House of Hammer, a place you're guaranteed to take something away from, even if it's a piece of your own brain in a pickle jar. Adam's here to guide you around the grounds in his finest white coat with the funny sleeves, Ben discusses the possible highlights of a coma, Smokey takes us for a trip down a well known street and Cev natte…

Without the writer, there simply won't be a movie or TV show which became painfuly obvious during the summer of 2023. Ali & Cev have had a little chat about the whacky world of the screenwriter and picked out some shining examples both past and present. Edit & Music By Cevin Moore https://linktr.ee/filmguff "If Mark Kermode hates it, I'm sold!"…

Ali & Cev are blowing the Shell Beach sand off of DARK CITY (1998), a film they both feel history has been a little unkind to. As always, the discussion is spoiler filled. Edit & Music By Cevin Moore https://linktr.ee/filmguffBy The Gaff Network

After the intensity of the last film/episode Dracula is back to lift our spirits! Well, he’s not really back. But there's another vampire problem in rural Transylvania and Dr Van Helsing is returning to solve it! Plus: Smokey goes bats, Adam has an armful of brides and Cev's gone down the park. “The House Of Hammer Theme” and incidental music - wri…

Ben and Smokey take you on a truly horrific journey. Hear their opinions on peacocks, maggots, worms and moustaches. Oh and on this episode? Ben has the most wonderful excuse, as to why he was late to recording.By The Gaff Network

Possibly the most 'adult' film from Hammer, that we are ever likely to discuss. This really is a tricky one. But, we hope we can steer you through the murky waters, to truly appreciate what Hammer produced. The subject matter is harsh, the truth is hard to hear, but it's a story that needed telling. To help the uninitiated decide if this is for the…

Stanley Baker heads up an all star cast in a film that is now considered something of a classic amongst British Film buffs. Adam takes us to Hell, Cev let's you take pot shots, Ben takes pot luck and Smokey takes a look at a British icon. “The House Of Hammer Theme” and incidental music - written and produced by Cev Moore Artwork by Richard Wells A…

Snakes alive! Film 69 and we're getting all sweaty in darkest India for the final film of '59. This completely factual document* takes in a fistful of fiendishness and grizzly Guignol. Adam is your guide through this epic transcontinental journey with Smokey taking a look backwards and forwards, Ben getting all Thug like and Cev babbling on about a…

Ben and Smokey take you on a truly horrific journey. Hear their opinions on Pontys, pools, colons and words. Oh and on this episode? The lads discover a way to converse, that no one else can understand.By The Gaff Network

Everlasting life - the dream of man and AA battery alike. We have a look at Hammer's 1959 take on the perils of immortality, as Anton Diffring stars as Dr Georges Bonnet - a remarkably youthful-looking 104 year-old man with a terrible secret... Ben overcomes oral complications to host the episode, Adam leads the discussions, Cev talks immortality (…

We're un-safely back in Hammer comedy territory for now and making the sort of-most of it with a show that does what it can. Surely Ben will be happier with this than The Ugly Duckling? Is it possible this film mirrors any kind of true life situation? Isn't it about time another Hammer Hero is announced? All will be revealed. “The House Of Hammer T…

Ben and Smokey take you on a truly horrific journey. Hear their opinions on bats, wax, actors and littering. Oh and on this episode? Oooh, a surprise appearance from a certain Amicus obsessed friend. Please find Ben and Liz talk about football and so much more, here - 376miles.substack.comBy The Gaff Network

We're safely back in Hammer Horror territory for now and making the most of it with a bumper show that really does walk like an Egyptian... Cev's your tour guide and this time with a very well known guest. Ben is up to his neck in bandages, Adam appears to be even more cursed than normal and Smokey's rocking out in his corner. “The House Of Hammer …

Margarine Night Shyamalam released a film in 2023 that went pretty much unnoticed thanks to past projects like The Happening, The Lady In The Water and The Golden Girls: Resurrected, but thanks to Ali's vigilance, KNOCK AT THE CABIN has blipped on the Film Guff radar. Could this be a symptom of cabin fever or cabin holidays? The pair leave you lose…

Adam leads us into the thick, sweaty Burmese jungle where things aren't going too well for nearly all concerned... There are spoilers abound as the powerful piece goes under the House of Hammer microscope. Smokey looks at the staggering critical reaction that paved the way to four BAFTA nominations, Ben examines some ecclesiastical heroism and Cev …

In this special Guff Short Ali is going to tell us about Dune part 2 which he was lucky enough to see early. Listen to the episode to hear his initial thoughts on the second instalment of this movie.By The Gaff Network

Sound the Bernard Bresslaw klaxon! One of the most inexplicable leading men in British cinema is back as Hammer take their first stab at the Jekyll and Hyde formula in this 1959 comedy.“Square nothing” Henry Jekyll stumbles across his great great grandfather's recipe for transformation, and uses it to turn into the super-confident Teddy Hide - with…

Hammer explode onto the screen in their post-war, bomb disposal thriller. Will anyone survive? Is a main character deeply unlikable or just misunderstood? Where does this sit among the classics from Hammer? “The House Of Hammer Theme” and incidental music - written and produced by Cev Moore Artwork by Richard Wells All the links you think you’ll ne…

Ben and Smokey take you on a truly horrific journey. Hear their opinions on asylums, dogs, evil trumpets and massive eyes. Oh and on this episode? Ben finally reveals what he thinks of YOU!By The Gaff Network

BOGS! DOGS! FOGS! The Hound of the Baskervilles has it all and that's without mentioning the telescopes, sherry and funny hands. Is The Hound of the Baskervilles a highpoint in Hammer history? “The House Of Hammer Theme” and incidental music - written and produced by Cev Moore Artwork by Richard Wells All the links you think you’ll need & more! htt…

We're back for the first feature episode of 2024, and once more we're taking a look at a 1958 Hammer military comedy with 'I Only Arsked' A small band of soldiers - including Bernard Breslaw (whom Cev takes a detailed look at), Michael Medwin and Charles Hawtrey - are shipped off to the Middle East to help prevent a coup. Naturally, not everything …

Ali & Cev surrounded themselves with their personal favourite Blu Ray releases of 2023 in this free wheeling discussion and as Cev's hosting, it's a bit of a shambles. Edit & Music By Cevin Moore https://linktr.ee/filmguff Swans - the ideal sandwhich fillingBy The Gaff Network

To kick off 2024, we just wanted to say a huge thank you to each and every one of you that listens to The House of Hammer.And for anyone who’s considering upgrading to or signing up for the Hidden Room tier, a little snippet of what you could be enjoying... Please note: this was meant to go out at the end of 2023...but we forgot. So we've just re-e…

As usual, Ali & Cev take a quick look back at the previous year and as usual the results actually do vary... Resolutions are made, wrists are slapped and more streaming is dumped whilst both of them see how many times they can say "good fun" or "nuts" as part of the most dangerous drinking game on the planet. Edit & Music By Cevin Moore https://lin…

Ben and Smokey take you on a truly horrific Christmas journey. Hear their opinions on the lack of Michael Keaton, surpising physics and carrots in the freezer. Oh and on this episode? The lads are just full of Christmas cheer...are they bollocks.By The Gaff Network

Ali & Cev dig into Violent Night like a pair of plum puddings with brandy butter burning their arses. Don't expect to learn a lot from this particular episode apart from Cev's belief in Father Christmas after healthy doses of Skullcrushing and Bailey's Irish Cream. Edit & Music By Cevin Moore https://linktr.ee/filmguff "It's like Brexit"…

It's more a bad habit at the moment than an actual tradition, but we're going with it... Here's our end of year wind up and wind down all at once that features monkeys, trousers, Middlesborough, Numan and as much silliness as you'd expect from the office party although we did at least keep Smokey away from the photocopier this time. “The House Of H…

Our final episode of 2023 is a bumper double header! It's a 2-4-1 comedic naval extravaganza (the best kind of extravaganza) as Ben takes you firstly Up The Creek and then, despite whatever objections you may have, continues to take you Further Up The Creek. Yes, not one but two farcical frigates full of fiddlers. Speaking of which, Cev's talking a…

As it's our final screening of the year, it will be FREE to EVERYONE, but (and its, a big but, I cannot lie), there will be the chance for a get together in the cocktail lounge afterwards that will be exclusive to paying patrons only. It's a prestige affair after all. With cheese. All the links you think you’ll need & more! https://linktr.ee/househ…

Ben and Smokey take you on a truly horrific journey. Hear their opinions on cows, infant animals, the part of the body you definitley don't want a prawn and Bovril. Oh and on this episode? Ben questions some of his life choices.By The Gaff Network

In this episode of Olympic Gold & Blue, Corey Cohen welcomes James Santelli to preview Pitt Volleyball's journey in the NCAA Tournament. They discuss their matchup vs. Coppin State, their potential matches vs. USC, Louisville, and Nebraska, and the value of home court advantage in Pittsburgh. Subscribe to Pitt Talk Network for new episodes of Olymp…

We're back with Dr Frankenstein...or is it Dr Stein...or Dr Frank? Either way, Ben, Cev and Smokey are here to take you through the 1958 gothic horror sequel. Cushing is back, the blood is back, but is the magic of the first Hammer Frankenstein film back too? “The House Of Hammer Theme” and incidental music - written and produced by Cev Moore Artwo…

In this episode of Football UnScripted, Corey Cohen welcomes Tracy & Chris, the First Couple of Pitt fans, to discuss Pitt's loss to Duke and the disaster of this 3-9 season. They go in-depth on what coaching changes are needed and what the QB room should look like next year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

In this episode of Olympic Gold & Blue, Corey Cohen welcomes Pittsburgh Soccer Now's Dominic Campbell to talk about Pitt Men's AND Women's Soccer in the NCAA Tournament with win or go home games for both this week. Listen for a preview Pitt Men's Soccer's 1st round matchup with James Madison and Pitt Women's Soccer's 2nd round matchup with #2 Arkan…

In this episode of Football UnScripted, Corey Cohen welcomes Alan Saunders from Pittsburgh Sports Now and WPXI's The Final Word to discuss Pitt's atrocious loss to Syracuse and the failure of Pitt's coaching staff. They discuss potential coaching changes, the QB controversy, and what Pitt needs to do to turn the program around ASAP. Subscribe to Pi…

It's time to get the sunglasses out as we hightail it to Italy for The Snorkel released in July 1958. Cev's the dubious travel agent, Ben's checking for trapdoors and Smokey's checking his equipment... “The House Of Hammer Theme” and incidental music - written and produced by Cev Moore Artwork by Richard Wells All the links you think you’ll need & …

The Pitt Basketball season is underway and Austin Bechtold is here to break it all down! Austin is joined by George Michalowski of Pittsburgh Sports Now to discuss Bub Carrington's triple-double, the Diaz Graham twins, the new transfers, Jeff Capel's offseason, and our season predictions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoic…

In this episode of Hoops UnScripted, Corey Cohen welcomes Panther Lair's Jim Hammett to preview the 2023-24 Pitt Basketball team. They go through the roster player-by-player to give you insight on what to expect from this year's squad, plus season predictions. Subscribe to Pitt Talk Network wherever you listen to podcasts. Follow on Twitter: @PittT…

As it's celebrating its 30th Anniversary, Ali & Cev have ended up taking a look a film that's considered a cinematic disaster and dig into wether that label has any merit and what could be the cause of it... Edited By Ali Cornwall Music By Cevin Moore Contact: @FilmGuff www.filmguff.com "They're not real dinosaurs..."…

In this episode of Football UnScripted, Corey Cohen welcomes The Tribune Democrat beat writer Amanda Godsey to discuss Pitt's effort in the 24-7 loss to #4 Florida State. They also talk about the missed facemask penalty and unexplained unsportsmanlike conduct penalty that took 10 points off the board for Pitt. Subscribe to Pitt Talk Network whereve…

Ben and Smokey take you on a truly horrific journey. Hear their opinions on sage, ouija boards, Halloween movies and annoying motorcyclists. Oh and on this episode? Ben and Smokey come up with the idea for the greatest horror film...ever.By The Gaff Network