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Robert J.E. Simpson retweeted
Here's my thoughts on the new 4k restoration of Hammer's Dracula-
youtu.be/LcMGqsKCShM?is=vUUr…
(Or if you prefer, there's a text version over on my blog)
Realised I was missing Eric Idle's The Spamalot Diaries so ordered a copy this week, which was waiting for me on my return from England last night.
Another one to look forward to reading. – at Coleraine, Northern Ireland
Something else I've done this visit that I've not done in ages, I brought out the DSLR and actually snapped photos.
I've got into the habit of always using my phone and the images just aren't the same. – at Bath, England
Quite how I've fitted everything on this trip into this messenger bag is a mystery.
Now off for a final dander round Bath and maybe a cuppa before heading to the airport and back to Belfast.
Hopefully will be back here again soon, it's a lovely place. – at Bath, England
Thoroughly enjoyed last night's event with @EricIdle at Komedia, Bath, and looking forward to the book on my flight home later.
Alas still haven't had a chance to meet in person... On my interview bucket list for years.
Would love to host an event in NI.
Spent this afternoon at House of Frankenstein in Bath.
Overall I enjoyed it a lot.
Appreciate the little look in for Marty Feldman, even though he wasnt a Frankenstein. – at Bath, England
Robert J.E. Simpson retweeted
I am currently selling my three Kenneth Williams autographs. They are a signed photo, piece of notepaper and his book, Acid Drops. These were sent to my by Kenneth (he wrote the envelope too!) just before he died in April 1988. Please message me if you're interested.
Robert J.E. Simpson retweeted
Folks of X, I know the world looks like it’s going down the pan, but if you are free this Saturday come and visit Spikes Archive and we can laugh together while it all collapses around us. X
Spent 3 1/2 hours wandering round the Roman Baths. Over 30 years on from learning about them in my Latin classes at school.
Interesting set of remains!
I'm in Bath for the next couple of days. A first time visit for me.
Here to see @EricIdle tomorrow night at Komedia.
Eric was the first performer I ever wrote to (back in my teens) and got a signed photo from Casper.
Looking forward to finally seeing him at a live event. – at Keynsham, England
If you're in the area, still some tickets available here:
mrbsemporium.com/events/2026…
I made a video about Bill Wyman's predatory behaviour, and the scandal that erupted in the papers 40 years ago this week, and has been conveniently sidelined since.
Out on IG/FB/TT and YT
youtu.be/-vb2sWLIgGM – at Coleraine, Northern Ireland
Robert J.E. Simpson retweeted
lol, r/ireland moderators removed all comments calling out Glen Hansard’s predatory behaviour. Typical.
Some of you might be interested in this - a little Hammer rarity I recently acquired.
A previously unknown US version of @hammerfilms' 1947 short thriller Crime Reporter has been identified and recovered by @exclusivephd
More details:
exclusivefilms.wordpress.com…
Robert J.E. Simpson retweeted
The latest @hammerfilms 4k has arrived - Spaceways!!
Delighted to be a part of this release - I contributed an essay on the connections between Howard Duff, the Lupinos and Hammer/Exclusive; & I provided the 35mm trailer from my collection.
get yours - amzn.to/4dAhLlU – at Coleraine, Northern Ireland
Robert J.E. Simpson retweeted
The first finished copies of my new book on Hammer Films - Don't Dare See It Alone! - have finally arrived.
Pre-orders start shipping next week.
Meanwhile you can order yours from me direct at ko-fi.com/avalard/shop/books
Also via amazon
amzn.eu/d/042KmfSU – at Coleraine, Northern Ireland
Robert J.E. Simpson retweeted
In a shock announcement @hammerfilms parent company John Gore Studios has acquired Tyburn Films - paving the way for long overdue 4k restorarions of Legend of the Werewolf, and The Creeping Flesh etc, and new adaptations.
johngorestudios.com/john-gor… – at Newtownards, Northern Ireland
I'm out of action for the next fortnight.
Currently recovering from emergency surgery for a retinal detachment.
Things I didn't have in my 2025 bingo card! – at Newtownards, Northern Ireland
This is what has become of the CS Lewis festival... Seriously!?
It's little more than lip service to The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe alongside a Santa/Christmas event, which has no real connection to Lewis. – at Ballymoney, Northern Ireland
