ON SET: 1973 LITTLE GEM AND WHERE NOT TO PLAY GOLF!

 

A RARE on set photograph of #ChristopherLee with child co star, #GwynethStrong, during the making of 'Nothing But The Night' aka 'The Resurrection Syndicate' which is a kinda snappier maybe more connected title? Both Lee and Hammer producer #AnthonyNelsonKeys were the producers of this film, produced by their company Charlemagne Productions (see what Lee did there?) in 1972. The film had a weak release in the UK in 1973, with the US waiting until 1975. It would take until Oct 2011, for the US Lee fans to see it in tv! Personally, I really like this film. Great to see #PeterCushing and Lee together, while not in roles, fighting on screen! Shades of 'Wicker Man' and a few others, but sadly ignored by the public. Over at the Facebook PCASUK Fan Page, we are asking, what do you make of this one? I think, this is a Lee and Cushing film, that is long over due a remastering and release on Blu Ray. You think??

 

A BONUS TOO, 'Nothing But The Night' is also a Peter Cushing film, that is included in our PCASUK Watch Party Play List! Click HERE and give it a screening, when you have time ;) it's a good print and maybe deserves a 'rewatch' if you have watched before?   - Marcus

 

PETER CUSHING and CHRISTOPHER LEE, take a break during shooting in Devon, for 'Nothing But the Night' . . .In his autobiography, Christopher Lee explains that while shooting this film, Lee and his friend Peter Cushing were playing golf in Thurlsdom. An angry man passing by accused them of trespassing and explained he would report them to the landlord. Lee and Cushing explained they would talk to the landlord to explain their activities before asking the landlord's name. The man replied, "His name is Charles." After Lee insisted on his last name, the man exclaimed..... "Prince Charles."

 

I AM SURE MOST OF YOU who know the BBC tv series, 'Only Fools and Horses' have recognised Gwyneth Strong, as a child here in the film and the posted pic? She had quite a demanding role for a 12 year old! Along with David Jason and other cast members of the BBC comedy, she has become a much loved institution! Along with ANOTHER cast member, Fulton MacKay who also appeared in the film and carved out a great role in the BBC comedy, 'Porridge' as warden, Mr MacKey 😊which David Jason also appeared in too!

 

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