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Robin Hitchcock @hitchdied.bsky.social · 22h

WHAT LIES BENEATH was The Number One Movie in America (even though the trailer gives everything away) and we are here to slowly drown you in its charms. Plus discussion of ONE BATTLE AFTER ANOTHER, ROOFMAN, and that Taylor Swift thing. We also close the loop on zombie dong! bit.ly/UrWifeLOL

Academy Award Nominee Michelle Pfeiffer in a bathtub so full only her terrified eyes are above the waterline

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Sean Collier @seancollier.bsky.social · 12h

I want to sell this as an immersive experience

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William Shakespeare @shakespeare.lol · 14h

Thou sayest the King grows mad, I’ll tell thee, friend,
I am almost mad myself.

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Sean Collier @seancollier.bsky.social · 13h

The green Exit signs glow onto the screen and I don't like it

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Sean Collier @seancollier.bsky.social · 14h

Does that link just go to the document with instructions? Will update but want to do so with the smoothest/"correct" spot

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Sean Collier @seancollier.bsky.social · 16h

A mall that isn't struggling (but is bemoaned as such due to a deeply loaded media narrative based on ... demographics) but instead remains a beloved landmark and vital "third place" ... or a Walmart.

Why is this decision hard?

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Collier’s Weekly: Who Actually Wants a ‘Commercial Destination’ Instead of a Landmark? | Pittsburgh Magazine

It’s shocking that anyone thinks the proposed redevelopment of Monroeville Mall is a good idea.

www.pittsburghmagazine.com

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Baseball by BSmile @bsmile.bsky.social · 1d

Today In 1960: Breathtaking view of Forbes Field during Game 7 of the World Series from the top of the University of Pittsburgh Cathedral of Learning building! (Original b&w photo by George Silk - colorization by BSmile) #MLB #Pirates #Yankees #Baseball #Postseason

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Sean Collier @seancollier.bsky.social · 2d

For werewolves, I usually go classic — Wolf Man or Frankenstein Meets the Wolf Man. Ginger Snaps is good for a more modern option.

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Sean Collier @seancollier.bsky.social · 4d

Accurate analysis

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Sean Collier @seancollier.bsky.social · 4d

I certainly have no equivalent to this ... oh wait

a woman wearing overalls and a purple shirt is looking down with her arms crossed

ALT: a woman wearing overalls and a purple shirt is looking down with her arms crossed

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Sean Collier @seancollier.bsky.social · 4d

Didn't know you were into sedated possum men

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Sean Collier @seancollier.bsky.social · 4d

Still might vote for it, it's just too good

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Sean Collier @seancollier.bsky.social · 4d

Either go to the fanciest theater you can and prepare to nod off, wait for streaming and be ready to bail or just skip it.

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Sean Collier @seancollier.bsky.social · 4d

I defy anyone to tell me what happens in minutes 75-100 of that movie

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Sean Collier @seancollier.bsky.social · 4d

I didn't write a review of TRON: ARES because it's too boring and I feel asleep and I don't care.

So I guess that's the review?

There's never been a bigger gap between the visual/audio experience and the plot. Terminally boring. 3/10 🎥

a cartoon of homer simpson snoring loudly

ALT: a cartoon of homer simpson snoring loudly

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Classical Studies Memes for Hellenistic Teens @csmfht.bsky.social · 5d

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Sean Collier @seancollier.bsky.social · 5d

If I tell people how to enjoy it, it'll be harder for me to enjoy! This is why I never reveal my PPG Paints Arena parking method.

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Sean Collier @seancollier.bsky.social · 6d

Things I say to my dog as if they will be understood:

"Peanut, the point of the walk is to walk. It's not to find the smelliest stuff in the neighborhood."

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Sean Collier @seancollier.bsky.social · 12d

Thanks! With the storefront down the road, I'm gonna need a bigger shelf.

Sean Collier @seancollier.bsky.social · 12d

Even after seeing the great response to the soft opening, I'm still shocked.

Sean Collier @seancollier.bsky.social · 13d

The weird thing about people decrying physical media is ... it's not binary? I watch streaming and I also spend money on awesome little objects with movies on them. One is convenient, the other is quality.

Anyway, I went to @vinsyn.bsky.social Pittsburgh!

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Collier’s Weekly: Vinegar Syndrome Pittsburgh and the Triumphant Endurance of Physical Media | Pittsburgh Magazine

The home-video store held a soft opening last week — and it was packed with movie lovers.

www.pittsburghmagazine.com

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Robin Hitchcock @hitchdied.bsky.social · 15d

New episode of The Number One Movie in America: Spooky Season begins with THE RING! Featuring discussion of HIM, MEGADOC, ELEANOR THE GREAT and more, plus Sean's excellent David Lynch impression. bit.ly/AWellActually

A green-tinged frame from The Ring with Academy Award Nominee Naomi Watts making an anguished expression and white-knuckling a telephone handset

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Sean Collier @seancollier.bsky.social · 18d

What if you tried to have a revolution but were, like, so horny

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There Are Echoes of Greatness in ‘One Battle After Another’ | Pittsburgh Magazine

The thriller from Paul Thomas Anderson is reminiscent of classics — and may become one itself.

www.pittsburghmagazine.com

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Sean Collier @seancollier.bsky.social · 29d

Well, I'm with Pittsburgh Magazine, not the City Paper! But either way, I'm afraid not — our very small staff size usually prevents us from attending groundbreakings, grand openings and similar events. Apologies! But congrats on the great progress in Swissvale!

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Sean Collier @seancollier.bsky.social · Sep 12

Laptop on 20%: Get on the plane, you'll be fine.
Phone on 20%: I want to play a game. You have 90 seconds. Live or die. The choice is yours.

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