As a movie enthusiast who has spent countless hours engrossed in the silver screen magic, I must say that the recent success of “The Firefighters” in South Korea is nothing short of heartwarming. Having watched many films revolving around heroes and their selfless acts, this one resonates with me deeply. The grit, determination, and camaraderie portrayed by the characters are a testament to the real-life heroes who put their lives on the line every day.
The movie titled “The Firefighters” emerged as the top earner at the South Korean box office, sliding back into a slow period following a short-lived rebound indicating potential improvement.
During its second weekend, “The Firefighters” moved up from second position to take the lead, earning a gross of $4.3 million, admitting 657,124 viewers, and capturing a 41.9% share of the market, as reported by Kobis, a tracking service run by the Korean Film Council. Currently, the film has amassed a total gross of $11.5 million in the region. Nevertheless, the combined box office earnings for the top ten films dipped below $10 million, marking a decrease from last week’s $16 million.
Under the guidance of director Kwak Gyeong-Taek (“A Love”), “The Firefighters” is centered around a fire station in Seoul. Here, a novice firefighter joins the Rescue Unit and is promptly dispatched on his inaugural mission alongside an experienced comrade, renowned for saving numerous lives. Amidst the turmoil of a fierce blaze, the veteran ignores the chief’s command to retreat, driven by his resolve to save a trapped individual. Although he manages to rescue a young girl, the operation ends in sorrow with the sacrifice of a fellow firefighter. The tension escalates as the rookie confronts the veteran, laying blame at his feet for the loss. Simmering conflict between them remains unresolved when they are summoned to another fire.
In second position, “Moana 2” earned approximately $2.5 million from ticket sales, serving 389,500 viewers, accounting for a 24.5% market share. This brings its accumulated earnings in the region to $17.6 million. Meanwhile, “Wicked” slipped to third place, garnering $930,195, with 131,530 admissions, representing an 8.8% market share, and a total of $11.7 million in the territory so far.
“Family Matters” – A Humorous Korean Movie, opened on the 11th of December and made $650,354 in the fourth position over the weekend, accumulating to $1.1 million over five days. Meanwhile, sports drama “One Shot to Victory,” led by renowned actor Song Kang-ho, placed fifth with earnings of $253,903, bringing its total to $1.7 million.
In the sixth spot, the mystery-thriller “Hidden Face,” directed by veteran Kim Dae-woo (“The Servant”), grossed $240,207, bringing its total earnings to $6.4 million. The Cannes winner “The Substance” also debuted on December 11 and made $376,481 in the seventh position.
The “First Lady” documentary, which delves into the disputes surrounding Kim Keon-hee, the spouse of the impeached South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol, was released amidst the country’s political upheaval. It debuted on December 12 and has earned $227,357, securing the eighth position at the box office.
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2024-12-16 14:16