Author Archives: Ashley Scrace

Ashley and Alex go ghost hunting

Armed with various technological items and brimming with excitement, a gruelling six-hour stay in haunted underground chambers was supposed to prove the paranormal. But did we find anything? No, but it was still enjoyable.

Review: Paranormal Activity 2

Tense and occasionally shocking, the follow up to Paranormal Activity is entertaining. But with obvious familiarity to the first the lack of uniqueness means it does not leave any lasting impression.

Review: The Other Guys

While The Other Guys is not the greatest comedy ever made, the perfect balance of comedy and action adds a healthy dose of hilarity to an otherwise sombre summer, leaving more than just Will Ferrell fans satisfied.

Review: Scott Pilgrim vs. The World

The story is simple: A bumbling, charming young man turns superhero to get the girl he loves. But with arty touches and some genuinely funny lines, this comic-film is unique – albeit so much so that

Review: Salt

Decent action films need pace, excitement and suspense. And while all the gun-toting, gymnast-jumping and car-chasing has been done before, it’s thanks to strong performances and slick directing tha

Review: The Expendables

There are planes; cars; bikes; guns; fights; explosions; rock songs; big-breasted girls; alcohol; cigars; facial hair and angry stares. So is there any depth to this testosterone frenzy? In short, no. But it’s so bad it’s awesome.

Review: Army of the Dead

Time is precious, so let’s not waste it here. This film is, by far, one of the worst pieces ever produced for those blessed with vision.

A Second Take: Revolutionary Road

With Leonardo DiCaprio continuing to make more waves in Hollywood thanks to an excellent year or more of acting, we take a look at his performance in the brilliantly adapted Revolutionary Road.

A Second Take: The Road

Six-months after release, co-editor Ashley Scrace gives a second opinion on the blockbusting adaptation of Cormac McCarthy’s award winning The Road.

Review: Cargo

While Cargo is by no means a bad film, what positives it has soon become counter-balanced with costly negatives, creating a picture which entertains but does not enlighten