For the third week in-a-row, Universal Pictures reigns supreme with Ride Along, dominating a tepid weekend at the Box Office with $12.3 million in this its third week of release from 2,867 theatres, as it closes-in on the $100-mark in North America.
Frozen continues to be a model of resilience, in second spot this weekend in this its $9.3 million for Disney. The Animated Feature is now in its eleventh week of release and got a boost from the release of its Singalong version which allows Fans to sing to the Music of the Film with the guidance of a magical snowflake on-screen.
Debuting in third spot is Rom-Com, That Awkward Moment starring Zac Efron, with $9 million from 2,809 theatres for Focus Features/VVS Films. Made for only $8 million, the Film already has recouped its production costs and should be a presence into Valentine’s Day; Efron also produced the Project. Critics gave it only 23% on the Tomatometer, but Audiences gave it a B CinemaScore.
Frozen continues to be a model of resilience, in second spot this weekend in this its $9.5 million for Disney. The Animated Feature is now in its eleventh week of release and got a boost from the release of its Singalong version which allows Fans to sing to the Music of the Film with the guidance of a magical snowflake on-screen.
The Nut Job finds itself in fourth spot this weekend with $7.6 million for eOne Films/Open Road Films, now in its third week out. Giving Families another option at the Movies, the Animated Feature is closing-in on the $50-million mark.
Lone Survivor like its name suggests is determined to survive at the Box Office, in its fifth week of release garnering $7.1 million for eOne Films/Universal Pictures.
Labor Day debuts in seventh spot for Paramount Pictures, the Romantic-Thriller garnering $5.3 million from 2,589 theatres. Critics hammered down on the Film with a 32% rating on the Tomatometer, while Audiences gave it a B- CinemaScore.
I, Frankenstein rounds-out the Top Ten with $3.5 million from 2,753 theatres in its second week for Lionsgate Films/eOne Films.
For the second week in-a-row, Ride Along dominates the North American Box Office, earning $21.2 million for Universal Pictures. The Comedy starring Ice Cube and Kevin Hart, just crossed the $75-million mark domestically.
War-Action/Drama, Lone Survivor, shows no signs of stopping, in second spot with $12.6 million for eOne Films/Universal Pictures, repeating last week’s order of finish behind Ride Along. The Film starring and produced by Mark Wahlberg likely will surpass the $100-million mark later this week.
Animated Feature, The Nut Job, finds itself in third spot for Open Road Films/eOne Films with $12.3 million in its second week out.
Frozen continues to show amazing resilience just like the sub-zero temperatures we are experience, landing in fourth this weekend for Disney with $9 million in its tenth week of release.
I, Frankenstein debuts in fifth spot with $8.2 million for Lionsgate Films/eOne Films, with less-than-great Reviews at 5% on the Tomatometer and a much more forgiving B CinemaScore from Audiences.
August: Osage County continues to perform solidly in eighth spot with $5.04 million for The Weinstein Co./eOne Films, now in its fifth week out.
Oscar Contender The Wolf of Wall Street continues to benefit from its Awards buzz, in ninth this weekend with $5 million for Paramount Pictures.
Rounding-out the Top Ten is Devil’s Due from 20th Century Fox, with $2.7 million.
Just what Toronto needs – a bit of California Sunshine! Talented Aaron Eckhart currently is in Toronto, one of many international Stops, promoting the Adaptation of Kevin Grevioux‘s Graphic Novel I, Frankenstein. The Film sees the Actor playing a modernized version of the iconic Frankenstein, roaming the Earth 200 years after his creation where he must summon up his force and strength to fight-off the uprising of some frightening supernatural Creatures.
Eckhart gained wide acclaim playing Harvey Dent/Two-Face in Christopher Nolans’ The Dark Knight, gaining a Genre following and most notably in recent years is known for his work in acclaimed Rabbit Hole opposite Nicole Kidman and Thank You For Smoking, which garnered him a Golden Globe Nomination.
Up early, Eckhart and his two-vehicle Entourage were out doing a variety of Radio and Television Interviews in support of I, Frankenstein and he paid a visit to KISS 92.5‘s The Roz & Mocha Show, followed by a stop at CITY‘s Breakfast Television. Despite being rushed, Eckhart made sure all his Fans in waiting had their moment with him. And did I mention how great he looks? Effortlessly cool in a Bomber jacket, jeans and glasses!
Watch his Breakfast Television Interview with Jennifer Valentyne right here, where he reveals how he underwent six months of Kali Stick Fighting Training to prepare for his Role. He mentions the cruel reason why one of his Girlfriends left him. “I don’t think you can put shoes on my Son’s feet”, he was told. I’m sure she’s kicking herself now.
We have a couple exciting I, Frankenstein initiatives here on-going:
I, Frankenstein Toronto Advance Screening Pass Giveaway courtesy of eOne Films here.
I, Frankenstein Prize Pack Giveaway (one of which includes a signed Notebook!) courtesy of eOne Films here.
eOne Films release I, Frankenstein on Friday, January 24, 2014.
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eOne Films and Mr. Will Wong want to take Readers to the Toronto Advance Screening of I, FRANKENSTEIN! This is your chance before everybody else to see the Adaptation of Kevin Grevioux‘s beloved Graphic Novel!
Official Synopsis:
Two hundred years after his shocking creation, Dr. Frankenstein‘s creature, Adam (Aaron Eckhart), still walks the Earth. But when he finds himself in a modern day world in the middle of a war over the fate of humanity, Adam discovers he holds the key that could destroy humankind.
As a host of frightening supernatural creatures are looking to rise up and take over, Adam uses his unhuman strength to fight against them.
I, Frankenstein stars Aaron Eckhart, Bill Nighy, Yvonne Strahovski, Miranda Otto, Socratis Otto, Jai Courtney and Kevin Grevioux.
Trailer below:
Official Artwork:
The Screening takes place Thursday, January 23, 2014 at Scotiabank Theatre, 7:00 PM in Toronto.
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eOne Films release I, FRANKENSTEIN on Friday, January 24, 2014.
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Attention Wongsters! We’ve got a Facebook Exclusive for you loyal Readers! Fans of Kevin Grevioux‘s Graphic Novel I, Frankenstein surely must be excited about the release its Film Adaptation and here’s a chance for you to catch the spirit and enter to win official Posters and Notebooks from the Action-Fantasy.
Official Synopsis:
Two hundred years after his shocking creation, Dr. Frankenstein‘s creature, Adam (Aaron Eckhart), still walks the earth. But when he finds himself in a modern day world in the middle of a war over the fate of humanity, Adam discovers he holds the key that could destroy humankind.
As a host of frightening supernatural creatures are looking to rise up and take over, Adam uses his unhuman strength to fight against them.
I, Frankenstein stars Aaron Eckhart, Bill Nighy, Yvonne Strahovski, Miranda Otto, Socratis Otto, Jai Courtney and Kevin Grevioux.
Watch the Trailer below:
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eOne Films release I, Frankenstein on Friday, January 24, 2014.
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