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  • Weekend Box Office: Minions & Monsters falls flat, Young Washington surprises

    Featured image Weekend Box Office Minions Monsters falls flat Young Washington surprises

    The Fourth of July weekend proved to be a rollercoaster for Hollywood, delivering some nostalgic triumphs and other colossal collapses. While some films soared, others—particularly those relying on beloved franchises—stumbled dramatically, reminding us just how volatile the box office can be.

    One of the biggest disappointments came from Universal and Illumination Entertainment. The seventh entry in the Despicable Me”>Despicable Me universe, Minions & Monsters, failed to meet expectations. While early results were promising, the film ended up with a disappointing domestic total of just $36.4 million.

    This performance starkly contrasted with other family favorites. Toy Story 5″>Toy Story 5 managed to maintain some momentum, posting a strong opening of $31 million. Although it saw a steep decline week-to-week, its overall gross remains massive, currently standing at $366 million domestically, with projections pointing toward even higher totals.

    Amidst the family film struggles, other tentpoles faced serious headwinds. DC’s Supergirl”>Supergirl continued its downward trend, losing a staggering 74% of its audience in week two and earning only $9.6 million for a domestic total of $58 million. Audiences seemed to be actively rejecting the superhero flick.

    On the flip side, some independent and auteur projects found significant success. Steven Spielberg’s latest offering, Disclosure Day”>Disclosure Day, finally broke the $100 million mark this weekend, bringing its domestic total to $105 million.

    The world of YouTube content also saw some impressive earnings. Backrooms”>Backrooms earned another $3.3 million and accumulated a massive $190 million domestic total, sparking hopes that the series could soon reach the $200 million milestone.

    Perhaps the biggest surprise of the weekend was the historical epic Young Washington”>Young Washington from Angel Studios. The film grossed a respectable $20.8 million, surpassing even some previous holiday debuts and earning critical acclaim with an A CinemaScore.

    Meanwhile, other films experienced their own mixed fortunes. Johnny Knoxville’s Jackass: Best and Last”>Jackass: Best and Last suffered a dramatic decline, achieving a disappointing domestic total of $14.69 million.

    In the action genre, the run for Scary Movie”>Scary Movie continued strongly, netting $113 million worldwide and an impressive domestic total of $106 million. Also performing well was A24’s limited release, The Invite”>The Invite, which posted a terrific $28,000 per-screen average on 800 screens.

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  • 10 Live-Action ’90s Family Movies That Still Hold Up Today

    The 1990s were a golden age for family entertainment, a decade that gifted audiences with some truly enduring cinematic treasures. While the memory of the era is often dominated by vibrant animation, the film landscape of the 1990s was rich with live-action features that continue to hold up remarkably well today.

    Of course, the decade is inextricably linked to the magic of the Disney Renaissance in animation. Iconic fairy tales like Beauty and the Beast and The Lion King set a benchmark for storytelling, establishing visual standards that remain timeless.

    Adding to this animated brilliance was the explosive rise of Pixar, which redefined what families expected from animated features with landmark entries like Toy Story. These films demonstrated that imagination could be translated into stunning visuals, cementing animation’s place in family viewing.

    However, the magic wasn’t confined to the animated screen. The 1990s also produced a diverse array of live-action movies perfect for shared viewing. These films proved that compelling narratives and heartfelt stories could thrive outside the realm of cartoon characters, offering entire families something wonderful and engaging.

    This era provided a fantastic balance: iconic animated classics alongside accessible live-action adventures, ensuring there was something for every member of the family to enjoy. It truly was a decade defined by cinematic variety and lasting family memories.

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  • “Predator” Director Sets “Freddy the 13th” Film

    The cinematic world has a new adventure brewing, spearheaded by filmmakers known for crafting intense action and atmosphere. Dan Trachtenberg, the creator behind titles like Prey and Predator: Badlands, is shifting gears from gritty landscapes to something far more whimsical for his next project.

    Trachtenberg is diving into the animated world to co-direct and produce a brand new feature based on the graphic novel Freddy the 13th by Yehudi Mercado. Forget the blood and gore; this Paramount Animation endeavor promises something much lighter, delivering wholesome PG-rated scares and plenty of laughs for the whole family.

    The story itself is pure animated fun, following a classic narrative structure where a family vacation takes a decidedly chaotic turn. When fun-loving Uncle Freddy accidentally stumbles upon the Boogeyman, he suddenly gains terrifying powers, forcing the entire family onto an epic quest to break a spooky curse.

    Bringing this imaginative story to life will be a collaborative effort. Yehudi Mercado will co-direct the film, working alongside Trachtenberg and Ben Rosenblatt, who are slated to handle the production aspects of the project.

    This exciting new animation was officially unveiled during the Annecy International Animation Film Festival, signaling a fresh wave of family-friendly fantasy coming from established creative minds.

    It’s always great to see studios continue their diverse slate. Paramount Animation will continue to delight audiences with upcoming releases, including PAW Patrol: The Dino Movie set for release on August 14th.

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  • Fun New Cyclops Promo for Illumination’s ‘Minions & Monsters’ Movie

    Minions & Monsters: The Minions Conquer Hollywood in a Trip Through Myth and Mayhem

    Get ready for some serious animated action! Universal has just dropped a vibrant new promotional trailer for what promises to be an unforgettable cinematic adventure: Minions & Monsters. This installment, also known as Minions 3, is set to hit theaters this summer and takes the beloved yellow crew on an epic journey that blends slapstick comedy with mythological mayhem.

    Ten years after their initial arrival, the iconic Minions have become a true cultural phenomenon. Now, under the direction of co-creator and director Pierre Coffin, they are trading their usual antics for an adventure into the glittering, chaotic world of Hollywood. This isn’t just a movie; it’s a rambunctious, true story about how these lovable creatures conquered cinema, faced unimaginable challenges, unleashed monstrous forces upon the world, and ultimately banded together to save existence.

    The premise is pure gold: imagine three Minions in the 1920s chasing their dreams of filmmaking, only to stumble upon a mysterious spellbook that accidentally summons a terrifying monster. The resulting chaos sets the stage for a wild and hilarious exploration of ambition, destiny, and the unexpected creatures that lurk just outside the spotlight.

    The film promises an incredible ensemble cast, bringing star power to this fantastical journey. The voices guiding this epic tale include talents like Allison Janney, Christoph Waltz, Jeff Bridges, Jesse Eisenberg, Zoey Deutch, Trey Parker, Bobby Moynihan, and Phil LaMarr.

    Adding another layer of cinematic intrigue, the trailer cleverly ties into Universal’s other summer release, The Odyssey. The footage features a playful nod to classic Greek mythology as the Minions encounter the iconic monster Cyclops, adding an extra dose of epic fantasy to the Hollywood escapade.

    Whether you’re a fan of slapstick comedy or epic creature-feature adventures, Minions & Monsters is shaping up to be a dose of old Hollywood fun mixed with high-stakes monster hunting. Prepare for a cinematic experience that is as ridiculous as it is brilliant this summer.

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