‘Double Take’ and ‘The Crow’ Sneak Out of Summer with a Whimper

Hello, my lovely Bollywood buffs! Hollywood Hrishita here, ready to spill the tea on this weekend’s box office shenanigans. Grab your popcorn and let’s dive into the gossip! 🍿

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The "Blink Twice" Saga: Not Exactly a Blockbuster, Darling

So, Amazon MGM’s social thriller "Blink Twice" decided to make a blink-and-you’ll-miss-it debut with a $2.8 million haul from Friday and previews. Directed by Zoë Kravitz and featuring Naomi Ackie and Channing Tatum, this flick is about a woman who stumbles upon a sinister conspiracy while visiting a tech billionaire’s island. Sounds juicy, right? But with a $20 million budget, it’s off to a lukewarm start. At least the critics are sipping the Kool-Aid, though audiences gave it a meh B- on Cinema Score. 😒

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The Crow: A Fallen Bird?

Ah, "The Crow"—the R-rated remake of the beloved graphic novel that nobody asked for. It managed to scrape together $2 million from 2,752 locations. Lionsgate must be sweating bullets after the disaster that was "Borderlands". With a $50 million production budget and only $10 million spent on U.S. rights for distribution, it’s clear this bird isn’t soaring. Negative reviews and another B- from Cinema Score? Ouch. 🦅

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Alien: Romulus vs. Deadpool & Wolverine: The Battle Continues

Meanwhile, Disney’s "Alien: Romulus" is trailing behind the superhero duo "Deadpool & Wolverine". Romulus snagged $4.5 million on Friday and is looking at a 61% drop in its second weekend. With a domestic sum of $75 million, it’s doing okay given its $80 million budget and strong overseas performance.

But let’s talk about the real star here: "Deadpool & Wolverine". Adding $4.8 million on Friday, this superhero flick has now raked in over $560 million in North America and dethroned "Minions" to become the 27th-highest-grossing film of all time. Can it climb higher? Stay tuned! 🦸‍♂️🦸‍♀️

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It Ends With Us: Blake Lively’s Triumph

Sony’s "It Ends With Us" is eyeing third place with an $11.8 million gross in its third weekend. Blake Lively is truly the queen of the box office, outperforming its $25 million budget. Soon, it will surpass "IF" ($111 million) and "Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire" ($113 million) to become the 11th-highest-grossing North American release of the year. Go, Blake! 👑

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The Forge: A Quiet Start

Lastly, Affirm Films’ "The Forge" made a modest $2.4 million from 1,818 locations. It’s a slow start, but with a slim production budget and an A+ Cinema Score, it might just gain some momentum through word-of-mouth. 🙏

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Moral of the Story: Even Big Birds Can Crash

So, darlings, what’s the takeaway from this weekend’s box office drama? Even the mightiest franchises and big-budget thrillers can flop like a fish out of water. Sometimes, all you need is a solid plot, a bit of star power, and maybe a pinch of luck. Or, you know, just be Blake Lively. 😉

Until next time, keep your eyes peeled and your popcorn ready! 🎬

Tags: Hollywood, Box Office, Blake Lively, Deadpool, Wolverine, Alien Romulus, Blink Twice, The Crow, The Forge