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Amazon MGM’s Project Hail Mary opened to $140.9 million worldwide (and $80.5 million domestic), the year’s top start, powered by Ryan Gosling’s star power, a strong CinemaScore, and a track record of original sci‑fi hits from Lord/Miller and Drew Goddard, signaling a rare box‑office win for an original film.
Pixar’s Hoppers led the weekend with about $46 million in the U.S. and Canada, its best opening for a Pixar original in nearly a decade, lifting the film’s global total to about $88 million and signaling potential worldwide earnings around $500 million; the release underscores the risks and rewards of big-budget auteur projects, as The Bride! opened with roughly $7 million domestic on a large spend, underscoring a softer reception for that title.
Ryan Coogler has stated he never considered making a sequel to his vampire thriller 'Sinners' and wanted to create a standalone, original film that felt complete and personal, moving away from franchise filmmaking. The film has been a commercial success, grossing over $350 million globally.
Jennifer Lopez financed her new Prime Video original film, "This Is Me ... Now: A Love Story," after the initial financing fell through, opting to self-fund the project. The 65-minute musical, which coincides with her first studio album in a decade, features a star-studded cast and showcases Lopez's vision of a surrealistic, magical odyssey with a mix of singing, dancing, and humor. Despite the challenges, Lopez and her producing partner brought the project to life, emphasizing the importance of following one's heart in creative endeavors.
"Jurassic Park: Survival" is an adventure game that takes place one day after the events of the original film, offering players the chance to navigate the dangerous park and survive encounters with dinosaurs.