Monthly Archives: January 2023

The Fabelmans – Film Review

Posted on January 29, 2023 by ashleymanningwriter

Director: Steven Spielberg Writers: Steven Spielberg and Tony Kushner Starring: Michelle Williams, Paul Dano, Seth Rogen, Gabriel LaBelle, Judd Hirsch Rating: ★★★★ Steven Spielberg’s latest film, The Fabelmans, is the most personal film he’s ever made. The story, written by … Continue reading →

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You People – Film Review

Posted on January 28, 2023 by ashleymanningwriter

Director: Kenya Barris Writers: Kenya Barris and Jonah Hill Starring: Jonah Hill, Lauren London, David Duchovny, Nia Long, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Eddie Murphy I was quite looking forward to You People, the new Netflix rom com starring Jonah Hill (who also … Continue reading →

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Magic in London: Whistling – Part Six

Posted on January 27, 2023 by ashleymanningwriter

Catch up on Magic in London here: https://ashleymanning.com/magic-in-london/ Chuck carried Toby out into the grounds and placed him on the floor beneath a tree at the end of the clearing opposite the building. His arms ached as he carried the … Continue reading →

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Junji Ito Maniac – Episode Four: Four X Four Walls and The Sandman’s Lair

Posted on January 26, 2023 by ashleymanningwriter

The fourth episode of Junji Ito Maniac adapts two of Ito’s horror stories. The first story, Four X Four Walls, is a strange one to say the least. Koichi is trying to study in his room, but his brother, Soichi, is … Continue reading →

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Unwelcome – Film Review

Posted on January 25, 2023 by ashleymanningwriter

Director: Jon Wright Writer: Mark Stay Starring: Hannah John-Kamen, Douglas Booth, Colm Meaney, Jamie-Lee O’Donnell, Kristian Nairn, Niamh Cusack, Chris Walley Rating: ★★½ Unwelcome is a folklore horror film from director Jon Wright and writer Mark Stay. It follows a … Continue reading →

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