Alisha Weir, a 14-year-old Irish actress, stars in Universal's vampire movie "Abigail" as the titular character, a ballerina enthusiast who is revealed to be a vampire. Weir completed her own stunts and incorporated her dance skills into the role. Despite the challenges of the physically demanding role and maintaining an American accent, Weir's performance has been praised. She aspires to continue acting and hopes to maintain her love and excitement for the craft.
Abigail leads Thursday previews with $1M, ahead of Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare and Spy x Family Code: White. A game of rock, paper, scissors is expected between Abigail and A24’s Civil War for the weekend crown, both projected to earn about $12M+. Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire saw a third Thursday of $893K, while Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire finished week 4 with $7.3M. Kung Fu Panda 4 finished week 6 with an estimated $7.2M.
"Abigail" is a clever and inventive horror movie that combines elements of vampire and haunted-house genres, following a group of criminals tasked with kidnapping a 12-year-old girl named Abigail. As they try to keep her company in a secluded mansion, they find themselves facing unexpected and gory events, leading to a suspenseful and surprising story. The film, which premieres on April 19 in US theaters, is praised for its effective storytelling and adherence to vampire lore, despite some strained moments towards the end.
"Abigail" offers a fresh and exciting take on the vampire genre, featuring a band of crooks hired to kidnap a mysterious man's daughter, who turns out to be a ballerina vampire and the daughter of Dracula. The film, led by a talented ensemble cast, combines dark humor and bloody violence, making it a standout horror film of the year. Directed by Radio Silence, "Abigail" promises to be a thrilling and entertaining experience for horror fans.
In the new film "Abigail," directed by Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett, a group of criminals kidnaps a wealthy girl, only to discover she is a vampire. The exuberantly over-the-top horror-comedy features an ensemble cast including Alisha Weir, Dan Stevens, and Melissa Barrera, and is praised for its smart screenplay and entertaining blend of black humor and excessive gore. Weir's mesmerizing performance as the pint-sized bloodsucker adds to the film's anarchic and wildly entertaining nature.
"Abigail" is a monotonous genre mashup that fails to deliver any real surprises, presenting a heavy and excessive portrayal of a kidnapped girl who turns into a feral child with vampiric tendencies. The film's characters are portrayed as annoying and the overall tone is described as overwrought generic schlock, lacking the dramatic lightness of classic horror films. The movie is criticized for its relentless physicality and excessive violence, with the review suggesting that it is a step backward for the directors of the last two "Scream" films.
This weekend at the box office, Abigail is expected to take the top spot with a range of $20-25 million, followed by Civil War and The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare. Abigail is receiving positive reviews and is expected to draw in horror fans, while Civil War's divisive reception may impact its performance. The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare, directed by Guy Ritchie, faces uncertainty due to Henry Cavill's track record outside of Superman films. Additionally, Spy Code x Family: White, an anime feature, is also expected to make a strong debut.
"Abigail," a blood-sucking thriller based on Universal's classic 1936 monster film "Dracula's Daughter," is expected to lead the domestic box office with a $12-15 million debut, aiming to fend off last weekend's champion, "Civil War." The film, directed by Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett, has received positive reviews and is projected to outperform two other newcomers, "The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare" and "Spy x Family Code: White." Meanwhile, "Godzilla x Kong: A New Empire" continues to compete on the box office charts, while director Guy Ritchie's "The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare" faces potential commercial challenges.
"As spring break continues, A24's "Civil War" faces competition from Universal's "Abigail," Lionsgate's "Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare," and Sony/Crunchyroll's "Spy x Family Code: White" at the box office. "Civil War" is expected to defend its No. 1 spot with around $12M, while "Abigail" and "Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare" are also aiming for mid single digits. "Spy x Family Code: White" is set to debut with previews in 1,870 sites. The box office battle heats up as audiences have a variety of options to choose from this weekend."
Melissa Barrera was fired from the Scream franchise over social media posts regarding the conflict between Israel and Palestine, which were deemed antisemitic by Spyglass, the production company behind the film. The controversy led to intense scrutiny and a difficult period for the actress, but she received support from her team and is now preparing for the release of her first studio movie, Abigail. Despite the setback, Barrera remains dedicated to her craft and is focused on the future, while also advocating for those facing backlash for being vocal online.
In the trailer for the upcoming horror-comedy "Abigail," Melissa Barrera and Angus Cloud find themselves accidentally kidnapping a vampire while attempting to collect a ransom for guarding a young ballerina who turns out to be a bloodsucker. Directed by Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett, the film also stars Dan Stevens, Kevin Durand, and Giancarlo Esposito and is set for release in cinemas on April 19.
