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film1 year ago

'Moana 2' Dominates Box Office with $600M Global Haul

"Moana 2" has achieved $600 million in global box office sales, becoming the sixth-biggest movie of the year, with equal earnings from domestic and international markets. In contrast, "The Lord of the Rings: War of the Rohirrim" had a weak overseas debut, earning only $2 million. Meanwhile, Universal's "Wicked" adaptation has surpassed $400 million globally, and "Gladiator II" continues to perform well internationally. "Red One," despite its high budget, has underperformed with $164 million globally.

via Variety|
#box-office#film#gladiator-ii
entertainment1 year ago

Paul Mescal's SNL Debut: Gladiator Musicals and Irish Humor

Paul Mescal made his hosting debut on 'Saturday Night Live,' humorously addressing his lack of comedic roles, Irish stereotypes, and his penchant for short shorts. Known for dramatic performances, Mescal joked about his nude scenes and Irish pride, while also participating in a musical skit of 'Gladiator II.' The episode featured Grammy-nominated Shaboozey as the musical guest.

via Variety|
#comedy#entertainment#gladiator-ii
movies1 year ago

'Moana 2' Dominates Box Office with Record-Breaking Second Weekend

Walt Disney Animation's 'Moana 2' is breaking records with an estimated $50M-$55M in its second weekend, pushing its global earnings close to $600M. This marks the highest post-Thanksgiving weekend gross, surpassing 'Frozen II'. Meanwhile, 'Wicked' continues to perform strongly, contributing to a 100% increase in domestic box office revenue compared to last year. 'Gladiator II' also adds to the robust box office performance, with overall annual revenue now projected to reach $8.5-$8.6 billion.

via Hollywood Reporter|
#box-office#disney#gladiator-ii
movies1 year ago

Box Office Boom: Can the Success Continue?

The Thanksgiving 2024 box office saw record-breaking success with 'Moana 2,' 'Wicked,' and 'Gladiator II,' collectively earning $425 million over the five-day weekend. This surge has raised hopes that the domestic box office could reach $8.5 billion by year's end, despite earlier declines due to labor strikes and the pandemic. The success of these films, particularly 'Moana 2' and 'Wicked,' which appeal to different demographics, suggests a strong finish to the year, with upcoming releases like 'Mufasa: The Lion King' and 'Sonic the Hedgehog 3' expected to contribute significantly.

via Hollywood Reporter|
#box-office#gladiator-ii#moana-2
entertainment1 year ago

AFI Awards 2024: Top Film and TV Picks Revealed

The American Film Institute (AFI) has announced its top 10 films and TV programs for the year, with Netflix's Spanish-language musical 'Emilia Pérez' making the film list, while 'Gladiator II' was notably absent. AFI's rules allow non-English films with significant American involvement to qualify. The TV list includes FX's 'Shōgun' but excludes 'Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story.' A special award will be given to Netflix's 'Baby Reindeer.' The AFI Awards luncheon is scheduled for January 10, 2025.

via Hollywood Reporter|
#afi-awards#emilia-perez#entertainment
film1 year ago

Thanksgiving Box Office Shatters Records with 'Moana 2,' 'Wicked,' and 'Gladiator II'

The Thanksgiving box office hit a record $420 million, driven by the success of 'Moana 2,' 'Wicked,' and 'Gladiator II.' This surpassed the previous record of $315 million set in 2018. 'Moana 2' led with $221 million over five days, followed by 'Wicked' with $117.5 million, and 'Gladiator II' with $44 million. The strong performance of these films helped reduce the year-to-date box office deficit and demonstrated the potential for multiple blockbusters to succeed simultaneously.

via Variety|
#box-office#film#gladiator-ii
entertainment1 year ago

Auliʻi Cravalho Shines Amid Mixed 'Moana 2' Reception and Box Office Triumph

Disney's 'Moana 2' led a record-breaking Thanksgiving box office, earning $221 million domestically over five days, surpassing expectations and previous records set by 'Frozen II.' Alongside 'Wicked' and 'Gladiator II,' the holiday weekend amassed $420 million, marking the highest Thanksgiving box office in history. This surge has helped narrow the 2024 box office gap, which was impacted by Hollywood strikes, from an 11% to a 6.4% deficit compared to the previous year.

via CNBC|
#disney#entertainment#gladiator-ii
entertainment1 year ago

Denzel Washington Reflects on Absence from Rom-Com Roles

Denzel Washington has never starred in a romantic comedy, a fact he attributes to Hollywood's business decisions, particularly regarding love stories featuring Black leads. Despite the resurgence of the rom-com genre, Washington remains unbothered by this gap in his filmography, focusing instead on roles like his upcoming part in Gladiator II. However, the possibility of him taking on a rom-com in the future remains open, especially as he continues to explore diverse roles in his career.

via CinemaBlend|
#denzel-washington#entertainment#film-industry
entertainment1 year ago

Gladiator II: A Controversial Return to Ancient Rome

The article revisits the cast of the 2000 film 'Gladiator' and their careers since its release. Russell Crowe, who played the lead role of Maximus, became a major star in the 2000s with films like 'A Beautiful Mind.' Joaquin Phoenix, who portrayed the villain Commodus, has also had a successful career, winning an Oscar for 'Joker.' The sequel, 'Gladiator II,' featuring Denzel Washington and Paul Mescal, is now in theaters, continuing the legacy of the original film.

via Business Insider|
#entertainment#gladiator#gladiator-ii
entertainment1 year ago

'Moana 2' Shatters Box Office Records with Holiday Success

Black Friday is set to break box office records with over $107 million in sales, driven by the releases of 'Moana 2', 'Wicked', and 'Gladiator II'. 'Moana 2' is expected to lead with at least $55 million, surpassing previous records set by 'Frozen II'. Ticket demand has caused delays on ticketing sites, highlighting the high interest in these films. This day could become the highest-grossing of 2024, surpassing the previous record set in July.

via Deadline|
#black-friday#box-office#entertainment
entertainment1 year ago

Gladiator II: Unmasking the Myths and Missteps

Ridley Scott's Gladiator II has been criticized for its historical inaccuracies, particularly in its portrayal of Roman emperors Caracalla and Geta, who were of Afro-Syrian descent. The film overlooks their heritage and the diversity of the Roman Empire, instead perpetuating stereotypes and anachronisms. Critics argue that the film misses an opportunity to explore the rich cultural history of the Severan dynasty and the role of Africans in Roman society, highlighting the importance of accurate representation in historical films.

via Hyperallergic|
#diversity-in-film#entertainment#gladiator-ii
entertainment1 year ago

'Wicked' Breaks November Box Office Records with $16M Monday

The film adaptation of 'Wicked' set a new November record with $15.8 million in Monday ticket sales, surpassing the previous record held by 'Frozen II'. Directed by Jon M. Chu, 'Wicked' has amassed $128.3 million domestically and is nearing $200 million globally. 'Gladiator II' also performed well, earning $5.5 million on Monday. The Thanksgiving week is proving lucrative for theaters, with 'Moana 2' expected to debut with record-breaking numbers, contributing to a strong holiday box office performance.

via Hollywood Reporter|
#box-office#entertainment#gladiator-ii
entertainment1 year ago

'Wicked' Soars to Box Office Heights, Outpacing 'Gladiator II'

Universal's musical film 'Wicked,' starring Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande, achieved a record-breaking November Monday box office with $15.8 million, surpassing previous records set by films like 'Frozen II' and 'The Hunger Games: Catching Fire.' The film's total earnings reached $128.1 million over four days. Meanwhile, 'Gladiator II' earned $5.5 million on the same day, bringing its four-day total to $60.6 million. The strong performance of 'Wicked' suggests positive audience reception, while anticipation builds for Disney's 'Moana 2' previews.

via Deadline|
#ariana-grande#box-office#cynthia-erivo
film1 year ago

'Wicked' Dominates Box Office, Outshines 'Gladiator II'

Universal's film adaptation of "Wicked" had a strong opening at the U.K. and Ireland box office, earning £13.7 million. "Gladiator II" continued its success with £4.7 million in its second week, while "Paddington in Peru" maintained its popularity, adding £4.2 million to its total. Other notable films include "Red One" and "Heretic," with upcoming releases like Disney's "Moana 2" and "Conclave" set to hit theaters soon.

via Variety|
#box-office#film#gladiator-ii