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EXCLUSIVE: Kaleidoscope Film Distribution (KFD) has acquired worldwide sales rights for Hammer: Heroes, Legends and Monsters, the documentary about British studio Hammer Films we first told you about in August.
Narrated by Charles Dance, the doc explores Hammer Films, which turned 90 this year, through the eyes of its actors, filmmakers and fans. The film traces the history of the production house, which has created classics like The Curse of Frankenstein, Dracula and The Quartermass Xperiment, and will be on show at the upcoming American Film Market.
The doc features Tim Burton, John Landis, John Logan, John Carpenter, Joe Dante and Axelle Carolyn, sharing about the influence that the studio had on them and their careers. It will also showcase rare footage and expert insights on many of Hammer’s horror classics.
Directed by Benjamin Field, co-founder of Deep Fusion Films, the doc is also produced by Field with Jamie Anderson of Hammer Films, and exec produced by John Gore, CEO and Chairman of Hammer Films. The film will premiere in the UK on Sky Arts on Halloween.
The deal was penned between Spencer Pollard, CEO of KFD and Jonathan Lack of Hammer Films. Hammer Films boss Gore had initially planned to manage the international sales rights outside of the UK. KFD will present the film for all territories, excluding the UK, at the AFM.
“We are very excited to be working with Hammer Films and Deep Fusion on the international launch of this fabulous documentary,” said Pollard. “Hammer has a place in so many film fans’ hearts that we can’t wait for buyers to enjoy with us this wonderful documentary about a magical piece of film history.”
Benjamin Field, the film’s director and executive producer at Deep Fusion Films, said: “It’s been an honor to be entrusted with telling the unexpectedly dynamic and emotional story of one of the world’s most iconic studios. We are thrilled that through Kaleidoscope, this untold story will be available to film fans around the world.”
