DVD Review: The Scarlet Blade (1963) & The Brigand of Kandahar (1965)

Hammer lovers have never had it so good. The last few years have seen a surge of Hammer films released on DVD on both sides of the Atlantic, including such sought-after favourites as Cash on Demand, The Gorgon and Vampire Circus. Fans may complain when there are few extras in the form of documentaries and audio-commentaries, but these are expensive to produce for what is really a niche market – and frankly, we’re spoilt with often-excellent prints, presented uncut and in their original ratios. While there are still some gaps – the Poesque Shadow of the Cat (1961) is top…