Author: Sean Collier
Q&A: In an Era of Shouting, Gov. Tom Wolf Speaks Gently
In an era when partisanship divides the nation, Gov. Tom Wolf prefers to keep the political rhetoric subdued, emphasizing cooperation over divisiveness.
The 400-Word Review: Spies in Disguise
Don't overlook this charming, funny animated film featuring the voices of Tom Holland and Will Smith.
They Do It for Love, Not Money
What do a professional wrestler, a musician, an improviser, a roller derby athlete, a novelist and a burlesque performer have in common? They are all following their passion even though it doesn’t pay the bills.
The 400-Word Review: Bombshell
It may have trouble finding an audience, but the message of "Bombshell" is important.
Pittsburgh Points of Interest: The Victoria Crowned Pigeons
A regal, curious bird at the national aviary is one of the north side's longest-tenured residents.
The Top 10 Films of 2019
PM Film Critic Sean Collier counts down the 10 best films of 2019.
Things to Do in Pittsburgh This Week: Dec. 19-22, 2019
See more lights than you can count, check out a below-the-radar drama Downtown and score some Potato Patch fries this weekend.
The 400-Word Review: Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker
The modern Star Wars trilogy concludes with an epic from director J.J. Abrams.
The 400-Word Review: Richard Jewell
An utter disaster of a rant from Clint Eastwood wastes a good cast and a true story.
Things to Do in Pittsburgh This Week: Dec. 12-15, 2019
Get a little music in your magic, try your hand at curling and celebrate the season with local celebs this weekend.
The 400-Word Review: Jumanji: The Next Level
What magic the previous film had is mostly lost in this unimpressive sequel.
The 400-Word Review: The Two Popes
Although stretches of the film fall flat, the chemistry between two great performers carries Netflix's papal dramedy.
The 400-Word Review: Dark Waters
A corporate cover-up hits home — not far from Pittsburgh — in this timely legal thriller.
Things to Do in Pittsburgh This Weekend: Dec. 5-8, 2019
See holiday favorites on a gargantuan screen, revisit the Sugar Plum Fairy and get your shopping done early this weekend.
The 400-Word Review: Marriage Story
Noah Baumbach's heartbreaking tale of love and divorce may be 2019's best film.
The 400-Word Review: The Report
Amazon's political thriller is strong, but might have trouble finding an audience.
Regent Square and Harris Theaters Suddenly Close, Staff Fired
The historic theaters are shuttered effective immediately amid organizational changes at Pittsburgh Center for Arts and Media.
Critics and Audiences Love Mister Rogers, Despite Middling Box-Office Returns
The domestic take for "A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood" came in at the low end of industry expectations, but audiences loved the film.
Our 50 Years: Love for Imperfect Pittsburgh
Hidden within a 38-year-old essay collection, former Pittsburgh Magazine contributor Evan Pattak may have perfectly summed up the Steel City.
“Neighborhood” Director Marielle Heller Brings Mister Rogers, the Human, to the Screen
The award-winning director discussed Fred and her film with Pittsburgh Magazine.
All Aboard the Real Life Polar Express
On the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad, train travel is its own leisure activity.
The 400-Word Review: Frozen 2
It's an inevitable step back from the original, but the sequel to the Disney megahit is still impressive.
The 400-Word Review: A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood
Marielle Heller's film about a jaded journalist is a wonderful trip to Mister Rogers' Neighborhood.
The 400-Word Review: The Irishman
Martin Scorsese's engaging mafia epic may well close the book on the cinema's obsession with mob movies.
The 400-Word Review: Charlie’s Angels
The series revives with a refreshing focus on light, fun action.
The 400-Word Review: Ford v Ferrari
This ambitious and technically impressive drama is badly tainted by a bloated runtime.
The 400-Word Review: Doctor Sleep
The latest Stephen King adaptation serves as a belated sequel to "The Shining."
The 400-Word Review: Playing With Fire
This family comedy will probably only keep your family's youngest members amused.
The 400-Word Review: Last Christmas
A merry sleigh ride careens off a cliff in the last moments of this holiday romance.
Things to Do This Weekend: Nov. 7-10, 2019
See a mythologically resonant rock concert, sip wine in the garden and watch independent films this weekend.
The 400-Word Review: Jojo Rabbit
The premise couldn't be much more unusual. However you read the film's politics, that's a good thing.
The 400-Word Review: Harriet
The straightforward biopic is a fitting and overdue tribute to Harriet Tubman.
Things to Do This Weekend: Oct. 31-Nov. 3, 2019
See a boatload of short films, dance at The Warhol and demand more cowbell this weekend.
The 400-Word Review: Dolemite Is My Name
As Eddie Murphy's comeback vehicle, the Netflix movie works well enough.
The 400-Word Review: The Lighthouse
Don't mistake it for a fun Halloween fright, but "The Lighthouse" is a strong, troubling work of horror.
Things to Do This Weekend: Oct. 24-27, 2019
See bands pretend to be other bands, dodge luchadores and encounter ghosts this weekend.
Our 50 Years: Who Made Our Top Pittsburghers List in 1999?
At the conclusion of the 20th century, we ranked prominent Pittsburghers. This year, we did it again (a bit differently). So who climbed the charts over the past 20 years?
Your Complete Guide to Halloween Movie Screenings
From "Night of the Living Dead" to "Midsommar," there are plenty of opportunities for spooky cinema ahead.
The 400-Word Review: Maleficent: Mistress of Evil
An unnecessary sequel squanders the already limited charm of the original film.
Dynamic Docs and More at Reel Q
Pittsburgh’s LGBTQ film festival continues through Oct. 12 at Row House Cinema.
The 400-Word Review: Joker
There's been plenty of pre-release chatter about the Batman villain's marquee movie. So how is it?
The 400-Word Review: In the Tall Grass
Netflix's shocker, based on a story by Stephen and Joe King, is twisty — but dark — fun.
ScareHouse’s New Escape Room is Frightfully Challenging
The first game from the ScareHouse team, "Stalked By a Killer," combines escape-room structure with haunted-house effects.
Quick Review: Buñuel in the Labyrinth of the Turtles
Row House brings an animated film about the influential filmmaker to its Surrealism Week.
The 400-Word Review: Judy
Renee Zellweger's Oscar-worthy performance carries the Judy Garland biopic.
Five Essential October Events in Pittsburgh
Macabre musicals, monstrous metal and more October happenings.
