Ashens and the Quest for the Gamechild (2013)

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Ashens goes on a quest to find the legendary and elusive piece of electronic tech known only as the GameChild.

Film Overview
"Ashens and the Quest for the Gamechild" is a British comedy directed by Riyad Barmania and released in 2013. It includes YouTube character Stuart Ashen, likewise referred to as Ashens, who is popular for his comical reviews of unknown and bizarre items. The plot follows Ashens' mission to discover an evasive gaming console called the Gamechild.

Main Characters
Stuart Ashen (played by himself), a guy obsessed with examining tat on YouTube, endeavors out of his convenience zone to start an adventure tracking across the British Isles. Together with Ashens is his sidekick and friend, Geoff Excellence (played by Robert Llewellyn). The entertaining villain is Ashley (played by Daniel Hardcastle), who, along with his inept henchmen, repeatedly attempts to thwart Ashens' journey.

Plot
The movie concentrates on Ashens' look for a legendary game console, the Gamechild, an unknown portable video gaming gadget from the 90s. After discovering that the console would be auctioned off to the greatest bidder, Ashens and Geoff are set on a quest to guarantee they can protect the Gamechild, driven by Ashen's desire to complete his vintage game collection.

Experience and Challenges
Throughout the journey, Ashen and Geoff deal with different obstacles, from fixing riddles and battling rival collectible hunters to physical combat and trap-filled spaces. They likewise encounter numerous strange characters, including a psychopathic chef, a ninja cleaner and a toy collector with unethical ways of getting his wares.

Conflict
Their primary conflict is with the antagonist Ashley, who wants the Gamechild for wicked purposes, leading to a series of comical clashes. In the pursuit of the Gamechild, the trio unwinds genuine danger, betrayal and comic disaster.

Conclusion
In the climax, Ashen manages to get the Gamechild, after having found out that the different locations checked out throughout the Quest were all public locations where the Gamechild was being secretly auctioned. However, not being one to hoard riches, Ashen chooses to sell the Gamechild and contribute the earnings to a Children's play charity, as a reflection of his real love for gaming and his will to carry forward the excitement of gaming to future generations.

Reception
"Ashens and the Quest for the Gamechild" stands out for its special fusion of geek culture and British humor. The script, filled with comical lines and entertaining scenarios, shows the wit and beauty of Ashen's YouTube personality. The characters, depicted by YouTube personalities, appear to be well-realized extensions of their online personalities, adding a layer of credibility to their performances. While the movie showcases low budget plan production, it nonetheless delivers a fun and amusing adventure. The movie received a warm welcome from Ashens' fan base and the wider YouTube neighborhood, and is enjoyed by fans of classic gaming and British comedy.

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