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Weekend Box Office Report
Box office report for the weekend of Nov 4, 2023, "Venom: Let There Be Carnage" continues to dominate, while new releases like "Heretic" and "The Best Christmas Pageant Ever" enter the market.
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- What major movie releases are expected in the coming weeks?
- Upcoming releases, including "Red One," "Gladiator II," "Wicked," and "Moana 2," are expected to boost box office numbers during the Thanksgiving season. Early international success for "Red One" suggests potential.
- How did the new release "Heretic" perform in its opening weekend?
- "Heretic," a new horror thriller starring Hugh Grant, debuted in second place with $11 million. While critically acclaimed, audience reception was more mixed, scoring a "C+" CinemaScore. However, its low budget ensures profitability.
- How is the overall box office performing this year compared to last year?
- The overall box office performance remains weak, lagging 11% behind last year's numbers. This is attributed to a variety of factors including general economic climate and audience preference shifts.
- What movie topped the North American box office for the third weekend in a row?
- Despite a sluggish fall movie season, "Venom: The Last Dance" topped the box office for the third consecutive weekend, grossing $16.2 million. This success, however, is largely driven by international performance, as its domestic numbers are below expectations.
- What was the audience response to "Heretic" and "The Best Christmas Pageant Ever?"
- The family-friendly film "The Best Christmas Pageant Ever" also opened strongly, earning approximately $11.1 million, including sneak previews. Audiences responded positively, giving it an "A" CinemaScore, indicating strong audience appeal.