Tag Archives: Horror

Godzilla Raids Again – Film Review

Posted on April 22, 2023 by ashleymanningwriter

Director: Motoyoshi Oda Writers: Takeo Murata and Shigeaki Hidaka Starring: Hiroshi Koizumi, Setsuko Wakayama, Minoru Chiaki, Takashi Shimura Rating: ★★★★  After the massive success of the 1954 Godzilla Toho quickly put a sequel into production, and Godzilla Raids Again was … Continue reading →

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Magic in London: Enrolment – Part 18

Posted on April 21, 2023 by ashleymanningwriter

Catch up on Magic in London here: https://ashleymanning.com/magic-in-london/ Chuck felt like he’d die if he got hit again, his whole body ached, and he was sure he’d broken a rib or two when he thrown across the playground. He moved over … Continue reading →

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After Parting – Part Two

Posted on April 19, 2023 by ashleymanningwriter

The next few days were painful. There were visits to the doctors, a parade of visits from friends and family, and phone calls from people Sally hadn’t thought about in years. Each day she could feel that her ribs were … Continue reading →

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Godzilla (1954) – Film Review

Posted on April 18, 2023 by ashleymanningwriter

Director: Ishirō Honda Writers: Ishirō Honda and Takeo Murata Starring: Akira Takarada, Momoko Kōchi, Akihiko Hirata, Takashi Shimura Rating: ★★★★★ The original 1954 Godzilla is an almost perfect film. From the first frame to the last it’s completely captivating and … Continue reading →

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After Parting – Part One

Posted on April 17, 2023 by ashleymanningwriter

By the time Laila asked her, Sally was already sick of the question, but she did appreciate that it wasn’t the first thing she asked. Ever since the accident it had been one of the first things anyone had said. … Continue reading →

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