Author

Jenny Murphy Byrne

Jenny Murphy Byrne is a journalist and writer. Born in Wexford and based in Dublin, she devotes her time to her three loves: video games, Bruce Springsteen and putting too much vinegar on her chips. While she respects Kiefer Sutherland, she has never forgiven him for putting David Hayter out of a job…

Film

The Witcher | Netflix’s Stab at Conquering the Video Game Adaptation Curse

Jenny Murphy Byrne Jan 7, 2020 0

Hearing a video game is being adapted into a movie or a TV show often causes many gaming stalwarts to grimace. Netflix’s The Witcher transcends those preconceived notions and delivers a high-fantasy romp worthy of your time. Many have…

Film

The Emotional Beats Hit As Hard As the Wrestling on Glow Season 3

Jenny Murphy Byrne Aug 24, 2019 0

Much like its infectious 80’s motifs dotted throughout, GLOW is undoubtedly one of the most charming and joyous pieces of television Netflix has produced. The story of the titular Gorgeous Ladies of Wrestling mastering a sport made famous…

Film

HBO’s Daring and Stylish Teen Drama is Euphoria

Jenny Murphy Byrne Aug 8, 2019 0

The provocative teenage drama genre is in the midst of a furore primarily because of 13 Reasons Why. The Netflix series was accused of glorifying the suicide of a young, troubled teenager, where she transcends life and death, only to become…

Gaming

Disease or Inevitability? A Guide to Microtransactions

Jenny Murphy Byrne Aug 21, 2018 0

As players, we’re always willing to take risks in our video games – sacrificing our souls in the hope of vanquishing a Lord of Cinder or launching an attack in XCOM with a 60 percent chance of success. In retrospect, risk and reward has…

Author

Jenny Murphy Byrne

The Witcher | Netflix’s Stab at Conquering the Video Game Adaptation Curse

The Emotional Beats Hit As Hard As the Wrestling on Glow Season 3

HBO’s Daring and Stylish Teen Drama is Euphoria

Disease or Inevitability? A Guide to Microtransactions

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