The previews for Zoë Kravitz’s Blink Twice and The Crow, presented by Lionsgate/Edward R. Pressman, were underwhelming with only $820K and $650K respectively. Despite having Channing Tatum in the lead role and solid reviews, Blink Twice fell short of expectations. This raises concerns about the film’s performance over the weekend, as both films are predicted to have single-digit openings.
Critical Reception vs Audience Response
The contrast between critical reception and audience response is evident in the case of Blink Twice. While the film garnered a respectable 78% certified fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes, PostTrak audiences only gave it three stars with a 50% definite recommend. In comparison, The Crow received a dismal one-star rating, leaving many to question if it will be another D+ CinemaScore for Lionsgate.
Industry analysts are speculating about the potential opening weekend earnings for Blink Twice, with estimates ranging from $10M to $13M. Meanwhile, Sony Affirm’s faith-based film, The Forge, seems to be resonating well with audiences, receiving five stars and an 88% definite recommend. Despite positive feedback, it remains to be seen if The Forge will follow in the footsteps of previous faith-based hits like War Room.
This weekend’s box office battle will likely be dominated by two Disney movies: Alien: Romulus and Deadpool & Wolverine. Alien: Romulus is expected to have the upper hand with projections of $18M, surpassing Deadpool & Wolverine’s anticipated $17M. Alien: Romulus currently stands at $56.3M after its opening week, showing a lead over previous installments in the Alien franchise.
Overall Performance and Comparison
As the box office landscape continues to evolve, films like D&W and It Ends with Us have made their mark with respectable earnings. However, they have yet to reach the heights of past blockbusters like Barbie. Fathom Events’ Coraline 15th anniversary release also made a solid impact, grossing $1.3M on its opening day. With a lifetime cumulative total of $101.4M, the film continues to draw audiences even after 15 years.
The box office is a constantly shifting and competitive environment, where critical reception, audience response, and industry predictions all play a role in determining a film’s success. The upcoming weekend will be a test of each film’s ability to capture audiences’ attention and generate box office revenue. Only time will tell which movies will emerge victorious in this ever-changing landscape.