Thursday, 3 July 2014

The Doctor Who connection

In 1950 the atmospheric film The Dark Man featured various locations around the town, including the seafront and Claremont Steps.  One of its stars, William Hartnell, was destined to become the first Dr Who in 1963.
http://www.hastingsobserver.co.uk/news/local/who-needs-hollywood-sussex-by-the-sea-is-the-perfect-place-for-tv-1-5893530

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Some stills featuring the pier, from the film

Available (in parts) On YouTube

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