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About Martin Mulrooney

I am a professional writer and editor from the UK. I graduated with a B.A. (Hons) degree in Media and Film in 2009, specialising in Print Journalism and Advanced Screenwriting. I created Alternative Magazine Online soon after.
by | 13/10/2011 · 6:00 pm

FILM REVIEW – Potiche

By Marty Mulrooney

Potiche

Potiche is a French-Belgian comedy directed by François Ozon, starring Catherine Deneuve and Gérard Depardieu. Set during 1977 and based on the play of the same name by Pierre Barillet and Jean-Pierre Grédy, Potiche tells the story of Suzanne Pujol (Deneuve), the ‘trophy housewife’ of wealthy umbrella factory owner Robert Pujol (Fabrice Luchini). When Robert’s factory workers go on strike due to unfair working conditions and take him hostage, Suzanne is forced to step in and manage the business herself. Taking everyone by surprise, she proves herself to be an assertive, resourceful and above all, fair boss. But when Robert returns, it immediately becomes clear that he has no intention whatsoever of allowing his wife to remain in charge…

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by | 12/10/2011 · 12:00 am

GAME REVIEW – The Blackwell Deception (PC)

By Marty Mulrooney

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The Blackwell Deception is the fourth instalment in the Blackwell series of point-and-click adventure games from Dave Gilbert and Wadjet Eye Games. Rosangela Blackwell and her spirit guide Joey Mallone return in a brand new adventure, this time delving into the underground world of street psychics.

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by | 08/10/2011 · 12:00 pm

FILM REVIEW – Drive

By Marty Mulrooney

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Drive is a film directed by Nicolas Winding Refn starring Ryan Gosling, Carey Mulligan, Ron Perlman, Bryan Cranston, Christina Hendricks and Albert Brooks. Driver (Ryan Gosling) is a Hollywood stunt driver by day, getaway driver by night. He is the best in the business. Both businesses. When he moves into his new L.A. apartment, he befriends neighbour Irene (Carey Mulligan) and her son Benicio (Kaden Leos). He drives them everywhere and often watches Benicio while Irene works. The quiet, reclusive Driver seems happy. Then Irene’s husband, Standard (Oscar Isssac), is released from jail…

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by | 07/10/2011 · 12:00 pm

INTERVIEW – In Conversation with Dave Gilbert (The Blackwell Deception Preview)

By Marty Mulrooney

Blackwell Deception Preview

Alternative Magazine Online is a huge fan of Wadjet Eye Games and the Blackwell series of point-and-click adventure games. With the fourth game, The Blackwell Deception, due for release next week, AMO caught up with studio founder Dave Gilbert for an exclusive online interview!

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