Joel Murray
Born and bred in Leicester, I am currently studying Media Production at the University of Lincoln. I'm a Christian and a musician, I play the oboe and different guitars. I love football, my club is Leicester City. I enjoy films, music and video games.
Articles by Joel Murray
K-O performance for ‘Scott Pilgrim’ film
By Joel Murray on August 31, 2010
Videogames and comics combine to create a romance and action film like no other. Joel Murray reviews the self-titled “epic of epic epicness”.
Nolan succeeds again with ‘Inception’
By Joel Murray on August 10, 2010
Prepare to be amazed and astounded with Christopher Nolan’s latest film “Inception”, with visuals and a plot to surprise everyone.
Brits and Bruckheimer make ‘Prince of Persia’ epic
By Joel Murray on May 24, 2010
Continuing the record of live-action epics, Walt Disney Pictures bring “Prince of Persia: Sands of Time” to the big screen.
Greek mythology facelift in ‘Clash of the Titans’
By Joel Murray on April 16, 2010
Greek mythology, gods and action: “Clash of the Titans” has finally hit our cinema screens. Starring Liam Neeson and Ralph Fiennes, Joel Murray reviews the latest 3D release.
‘Kick Ass’ is a vulgar and violent visual treat
By Joel Murray on April 6, 2010
Masks, violence and secret identities: the latest comic-book genre movie like you’ve never seen before. Joel Murray reviews the anticipated “Kick Ass”.
University orchestra await their premiere performance
By Joel Murray on March 22, 2010
The University of Lincoln Orchestra won the Best New Society Award 2009 and is now preparing to perform to students this Wednesday.
Christian Union to show The Passion of the Christ
By Joel Murray on March 18, 2010
Right in time for the Easter holiday, the Christian Union shall be holding a showing of “The Passion of the Christ”, followed by a question and answer Christian panel.
Film review: The Lovely Bones
By Joel Murray on March 13, 2010
The Lovely Bones is a picturesque film based around the life after Susie Salmon’s death. Filled with decisions and vengeance, Joel Murray reviews the latest from director Peter Jackson.
Film review: Daybreakers
By Joel Murray on January 13, 2010
Daybreakers is another film to blast into the current vampire film craze, but does it quite cut it? Joel Murray checks it out.
Avatar: where CGI meets reality
By Joel Murray on January 8, 2010
Avatar might have been launched for Christmas, but it’s still making a splash on screens around the world. If you missed it, Joel Murray fills you in on the details.
Studenthood »
iPhone 4-ever?
June 21, 2010
With the launch of the new iPhone just around the corner, will the new smartphone do its three years of design justice?
Music »
The Chemists return with a new element
September 10, 2010
Bristol-based rockers The Chemists have recently acquired a new front man and are out to prove themselves once again with new material and new attitude.
Campus Voices »
Grass is greener in the countryside
September 9, 2010
Is country living really better than city life? After a relaxing recent trip to the countryside, Darren Moss thinks he has the answer.
Lincoln City »
Big Match Preview: Imps v. Barnet
September 10, 2010
Lincoln City are now five games into the new season and are hoping that a first home win of the season against Barnet will set them in the right direction.
University »
Book closes on Library Bar
September 6, 2010
The 24-hour licensed campus pub Library Bar has closed as the university takes control of the premises, according to a statement on Facebook.
Fashion »
Sex and The City: Find the film-inspired designs
June 6, 2010
With the new Sex and The City film inspiring fashonistas everywhere, The Linc narrows down the High Street’s best items inspired by the film.
