Hot Tea with Z

Written By Zarrick Plizga, For The Globe • January 15, 2025

A new advice column written by Freshman Zarrick Plizga.

‘Wallace & Gromit’ an immaculate revival

Written By Rachel Ross, Co-Features/A&E Editor • January 15, 2025

As a child, I was introduced to “Wallace and Gromit” through their 2005 film “The Curse of the Were-Rabbit.” While it might not have been in my core VHS rotation, probably due to my very in-character fear of the were-rabbit transformation scene, I remember liking it well enough. 

Dance majors continue training over semester break

Written By Melissa Garlock, Staff Writer • January 15, 2025

Point Park’s Conservatory of Performing Arts is known for its rigorous program and talented individuals. Within the newly announced “School of Dance,” dance majors uphold this reputation working day in and day out throughout the semester, perfecting everything from performance to technique. 

Flow: A breath of fresh air

Written By Ethan Rowinski, Staff Writer • January 15, 2025

There were six films nominated for Best Animated Feature at this year’s Golden Globe ceremony. Of the nominees, two of those movies were sequels, one was a film in an already-established franchise, one was a novel adaptation, and only two were fully original products. Of these original works, one was the stop-motion dramedy “Memoir of a Snail,” and the other was the ultimate winner of the award: “Flow.”  

Peyton’s 2024 year-in-review book recap

Written By Peyton Martin, Co-News Editor • January 8, 2025

Co-News Editor Peyton Martin reflects on their favorite reads of 2024.

P4 Production: ‘The Groundskeeper’

Written By Michael Klug, Website/Opinions Editor • January 8, 2025

“The Groundskeeper,” a Gothic Horror short film directed by Gabriel Hoover and edited by Asher Gideon, is a film that takes inspiration from George Romero’s “Night of the Living Dead,” Sam Raimi’s “Evil Dead” and Michele Soavi’s “Cemetery Man.”

Production 4: ‘More Than You Can Chew’

Written By Michael Klug, Co-Opinions/Website Editor • December 4, 2024

This semester, there are six Production 4 (P4) films being created. One of these films, “More Than You Can Chew” is an upcoming P4 Horror short film directed by senior Michaelene Palermo.

Production 4: ‘Bearhead McGee’

Written By Michael Klug, Co-Opinions/Website Editor • December 4, 2024

“Bearhead McGee,” a P4 short film reimagined by Logan Stanfa, is a comedy-noir of renowned detective Bearhead McGee, who is half man and half bear. The film is about Bearhead McGee getting back into the detective game, at which point he finds out that his former partner has turned to a life of crime and now calls himself “The Cheetah.”

Production 4: ‘Fade’

Written By Michael Klug, Co-Opinions/Website Editor • December 4, 2024

“Fade,” an upcoming Production 4 Sports Drama film written by senior Declan Mooney and presented by Waddle Works Studios, is a story about a father and son whose relationship is put to the test when an injury disrupts their future plans. 

‘MJ the Musical’ at the Benedum Center

Written By Melissa Garlock, Staff Writer • December 4, 2024

Most people know Michael Jackson’s iconic tunes, such as “Billie Jean” or “Rock with You,” but many people may not know the King of Pop’s perseverance and passion for his craft, which “MJ” the musical explores.

Empyrean Book Series Review

Written By Peyton Martin, SGA Beat Writer • December 4, 2024

In my past two reviews, I’ve covered series written by Sara J. Maas, so for this week we’ll be looking at another popular fantasy writer’s work.  

Production 4: ‘She’s a Keeper’

Written By Michael Klug, Co-Opinions/Website Editor • December 4, 2024

“She’s a Keeper,” created by senior Anna Segar and written by senior Tiffany Scales, is a romantic comedy that infuses elements of 2000s romance comedies and sports. The film takes inspiration from movies such as “She’s All That,” “10 Things I Hate about You” and other works inspired from Shakespeare.