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Film opportunities for students open up through new partnership

By Sinead McDevitt, Senior Staff Writer • June 2, 2021

WQED is the studio where Fred Rogers filmed his show more than 50 years ago. Now, students interested in filmmaking can work there as an intern with Steeltown Productions, or visit to get help with their own projects.

JFilm festival shares Jewish culture, stories from around the world

By Hayley Lesh, Staff Writer • April 14, 2021

Hosted by Film Pittsburgh, the 28th annual JFilm Festival will take place virtually from April 22 until May 2. The festival features 18 American and international films that highlight Jewish faith and culture.

Opinion | All film productions need intimacy coordinators

By Rachel Soloff, Staff Columnist • February 9, 2021

Film and television productions need to ensure that actors are safe and comfortable while filming intimate scenes.

Opinion | Female-led production companies are changing Hollywood for the better

By Devi Ruia, Senior Staff Columnist • February 17, 2020

Women in the entertainment industry are advocating for others and themselves in a way that’s really benefiting our society and culture.

Satire | How to escape a conversation with a “Film Bro”

By Genna Edwards, Staff Columnist • January 16, 2020

You’ll find Film Bros everywhere, or a type like them in every major — you can’t escape.

Liberal arts clubs offer expressive outlet for students

By Sara Nuss , Staff Writer • June 29, 2019

Out of the 600 clubs offered at Pitt, there are about 50 centered around the liberal arts, including film, art, music and literature.

George A. Romero archive finds home at Hillman Library

By Sara Nuss, For The Pitt News • May 22, 2019

Known widely as the father of the modern zombie movie, George A. Romero and his legacy have risen again in recent years following the filmmaker’s death in 2017.

Future ACC Studio offers opportunities for Pitt students

By Stephen Cuddy | Staff Writer • May 30, 2018

After claiming two conference championships, hiring new basketball coaches and entering the 2018-19 season with a promising young quarterback, Pitt Athletics seem to be entering a period of success. Further...

‘Deadpool 2’ delivers laughs and action

By Victoria Pfefferle-Gillot | For The Pitt News • May 23, 2018

“Deadpool 2,” released May 18, claims to be a family movie, despite leading with a murder — no different than movies like “The Lion King” or “Bambi,” according to the title character. But...

Pitt Film Fest features city-wide student work

By Vikram Sundar | Staff Writer • April 17, 2018

While maintaining a long-distance relationship with his girlfriend in Indiana, Pennsylvania, senior Mark Conner spent many a lonely road trip listening to the cassette tape she had given him — Fleetwood...