Corbin Bernsen cast in Angel's Blade: The Ascension

AKornsApr 11th, 2008 - 17:13:31

If At First You Don’t Succeed; Make A Sequel!

A few days before Halloween 2006, I was invited by a friend to take in the premier/screening of a new film, “ANGEL’S BLADE.” I knew I was in trouble when I noticed that the lead character “Angel” (OLIVIA ANDRUNIK) appeared to be a poor rip-off of “Samara Morgan” (Daveigh Chase) from “The Ring.”

Heave into the mix, B-Horror movie regulars RAINE BROWN (“Barricade”, “Aunt Rose” & “Satan's Playground”) and JOE ZASO (“Barricade,” “Demon Resurrection” & “Nikos”); It’s not that they are particularly bad actors; it’s just that their performances tend to be predictable and uninspired.

Writer/Director ROBERT STOCK appears to have no real vision or understanding of filmmaking and/or the storytelling process, as we are pounded with scenes that really seem to make no sense or serve no purpose to the plot.

“ANGEL’S BLADE” is rife with amateurish CGI FX, gratuitous nudity and sub-standard acting (especially from unknowns WALLY VALENTI and ANTONIO SAILLANT).

However, two aspects serve as a refreshing oasis within this desert of banality. First, is the beautiful and artistic cinematography of the notable WILLIAM GOVE (“The Apostate” & “Over The River”) and second is the standout performance by newcomer TOM DETRIK (“Judy Goose” & “The Wish,” ).

If you should come across this “opus,” see it only for the last two “aspects” stated above. As for the rest of this film, bring a good book.

I fear the sequel can and will only be worse!

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