Artist, writer, broadcaster, actor, professional nostalgist, film historian. Host of @cinepunked @exclusivephd @avalardprods Hire me. DMs open
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Robert J.E. Simpson retweeted
What a heartbreaking week it has been. Sir Patrick Stewart was a friend, a colleague, and a magnificent actor. From the stage to the bridge of the Enterprise, he brought intelligence, grace, and a deep sense of humanity to everything he did. Captain Picard stood for the best of us, and so did the man who played him. I was filled with affection and admiration for him and his work.
My heart goes out to Sunny and his family. He will be deeply missed.
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)
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
Robert J.E. Simpson retweeted
lol, r/ireland moderators removed all comments calling out Glen Hansard’s predatory behaviour. Typical.
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
Robert J.E. Simpson retweeted
Thanks to everyone who took part in August's #KofiExclusiveChallenge 🎉
Congrats to the winners:
❤️ ko-fi.com/braceforit
❤️ ko-fi.com/barefoot
❤️ @avalard
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❤️ ko-fi.com/omagpies
Grow your community with exclusive content!
Add something exclusive to your Ko-fi and share on social using #KofiExclusiveChallenge, and you could win a share of the $500 prize fund! 🎉
👉 Swipe for all the details
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Robert J.E. Simpson retweeted
It's a visitor attraction
It's a flagship project
It's a public space
Its a creative hub
It's 100 million
But does anyone really know what Belfast Stories is?
And why doesn't BCC want anyone to know how much they paid McAleer & Rushe for the site?
belfastlive.co.uk/news/belfa…
Robert J.E. Simpson retweeted
My contributor copy of the new @hammerfilms 4k restoration of BLOOD ORANGE has arrived! Delighted.
I've written an essay on Exclusive Films for the booklet, and lent the original 35mm for the trailer from my personal collection of ephemera.
Get yours amzn.to/4lulBNG
Robert J.E. Simpson retweeted
My new book DON'T DARE SEE IT ALONE! ESSAYS ON HAMMER FILMS is published this week.
406 pages, approx 400 illustrations (including rare images, many in colour). In paperback and hardback.
Signed/dedicated copies: ko-fi.com/s/0d69807e81
Unsigned copies: ko-fi.com/s/a32104f780
Robert J.E. Simpson retweeted
Last chance to get your name printed in the thank yous of my new book on Hammer Films - DON'T DARE SEE IT ALONE!
Over 300 pages, fully illustrated.
Get yours now!
Pre-order signed copies here: ko-fi.com/s/0d69807e81
Pre-order unsigned copies here: ko-fi.com/s/a32104f780
Robert J.E. Simpson retweeted
📽FILM SCREENING📽
Join us as we celebrate one of the most singular, visionary filmmakers of all time as we screen what is often considered his magnum opus🎬
🗓Thursday 6th March
🏛 IMC Cinema Ballymena
⏰️Start 8pm (Doors 7.30pm)
🎟 £8 (+fee)
wegottickets.com/event/64906…
Robert J.E. Simpson retweeted
My new book 'Don't Dare See It Alone!: Essays on Hammer Films' is heading to the printers next week and will be published in February!
Last chance to pre-order.
Signed copies: ko-fi.com/s/0d69807e81
Unsigned copies:
ko-fi.com/s/a32104f780
Robert J.E. Simpson retweeted
Sorry to hear this. I spent some nice times with him a very long time ago.
Robert J.E. Simpson retweeted
He was a great mind and wicked wit, a troubled soul truly loved by Mark, and he shone like a beautiful light and smelled lovely. Goodbye lovely boy and partner to so many of us.
Robert J.E. Simpson retweeted
So sorry to hear this. Thank you @avalard for letting me chat to Tony during his visit to Belfast 5yrs ago, I’ll always remember that evening.
Comedian and actor Tony Slattery dies aged 65 bbc.com/news/articles/c93lqx…
