Monthly Archives: July 2021

The Book Pile – 11/07/2021

Posted on July 11, 2021 by ashleymanningwriter

It’s been a long time since I’ve written a post about the books I’ve been reading. That’s probably because reading has been slow over the recent months, but I’ve still read a couple of good books that I want to … Continue reading →

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Fear Street Part Two: 1978

Posted on July 10, 2021 by ashleymanningwriter

Director: Leigh Janiak Starring: Sadie Sink, Emily Rud, Ryan Simpkins, McCabe Slye, Ted Sutherland and Gillian Jacobs Rating: ★★★ It’s strange starting an almost 2 hour film with a ‘previously’ segment. Combine that with the weekly episodic film series that … Continue reading →

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Ouija – Film Review

Posted on July 9, 2021 by ashleymanningwriter

Director: Stiles White Starring: Olivia Cooke, Darren Kagasoff, Douglas Smith, Bianca Santos Rating: 1/5 While Hasbro currently own the rights to the game Ouija, spirit boards pre-date the widely known brand. Ouija itself was commercialised due to America’s obsession with … Continue reading →

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My Top 50 films – Part 1

Posted on July 9, 2021 by ashleymanningwriter

50 may sound like a lot, but it’s not. I filled out the 50 spaces without even thinking very hard. I’m sure I’ve missed some, even after going over the list again and again. This is going to be a … Continue reading →

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Black Widow – Film Review

Posted on July 8, 2021 by ashleymanningwriter

Director: Cate Shortland Starring: Scarlett Johansson, Florence Pugh, David Harbour, Ray Winstone and Rachel Weisz Rating: ★★★ It’s been a strange that for the better part of 2 years we have been seeing Black Widow promotions and trailers both online … Continue reading →

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