Timothée Chalamet Bob Dylan Film ‘A Complete Unknown’ Tops U.K., Ireland Box Office Again as ‘Flight Risk’ and ‘The Brutalist’ Land Solid Debuts

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For two consecutive weekends, Disney’s movie “A Complete Unknown” remained number one in the U.K. and Ireland box office, bringing in approximately £1.6 million ($2 million), as reported by Comscore. The overall earnings of the Bob Dylan biopic, featuring Timothée Chalamet, have now reached a total of $7.3 million.

Coming in second place, Disney’s movie “Mufasa: The Lion King” earned an additional $1.7 million in its sixth week, bringing its overall earnings up to $34.7 million. Meanwhile, “Sonic the Hedgehog 3,” produced by Paramount, held strong in third position, gathering $1.09 million during its fifth weekend and boosting its total to $29 million.

As a film enthusiast penning my thoughts post-screening, I’ve got to say that Lionsgate U.K.’s “Flight Risk,” helmed by the masterful Mel Gibson and featuring the talented Mark Wahlberg, made a strong entrance in fourth place with an impressive $1.01 million opening weekend haul. On the other hand, Universal’s critically acclaimed “The Brutalist” also graced our cinemas during the same period, managing to secure the fifth spot with a respectable $938,452.

In its fourth week, Universal’s “Nosferatu” remake earned $666,526 and is now at the sixth spot. The updated gothic horror has grossed a total of $15.1 million, maintaining interest among horror fans. Meanwhile, Disney’s “Moana 2” brought in $652,126 during its ninth weekend, bringing its overall earnings to $50.8 million.

Universal’s “Nosferatu” remake collected $666,526 in its fourth week, moving down to sixth place. The reimagined gothic horror has accumulated a total of $15.1 million and keeps drawing in fans of the genre. Simultaneously, Disney’s “Moana 2” made $652,126 during its ninth weekend, pushing its overall earnings to $50.8 million.

Over the weekend, I found myself marveling at the box office performance of “We Live In Time,” distributed by Studiocanal. It managed to secure a spot in eighth place, raking in an impressive $592,786 during its fourth week, pushing its total earnings to a staggering $9.6 million.

On the other hand, “Babygirl,” distributed by Entertainment Film Distributors, also held its ground, earning $564,438 in its third weekend and climbing to a total of $4.3 million, maintaining a steady position in ninth place.

It’s fascinating to see how these movies continue to captivate audiences and make a mark in the film industry!

In the top 10 list of box office earnings, Steven Soderbergh’s psychological horror film “Presence” by Warner Bros. made its debut with an opening weekend gross of $454,235.

Starting off the week’s fresh releases on Monday, January 27th, came “Eric Clapton Unplugged,” a concert film by National Amusements that showcases an intimate performance of the legendary musician’s renowned acoustic set. On Wednesday, January 29th, the spotlight shifts to K-pop with Trafalgar Releasing’s “G I-DLE World Tour – iDOL – in Cinemas.” This concert film encapsulates the global sensation of the South Korean girl group’s tour, showcasing their energetic performances and fan interactions on the big screen.

This Thursday, January 30th, Sony presents “Luther: Never Too Much,” a documentary about the life and impact of R&B icon Luther Vandross. Directed by Dawn Porter, this film includes Vandross’s music and perspectives on his career. It will be shown in more than 100 venues across various locations.

This Friday is packed with numerous premieres. Leading the weekend is Sony’s “Saturday Night,” directed by Jason Reitman, which offers a blend of comedy and drama starring Gabriel LaBelle, Rachel Sennott, and Dylan O’Brien and will be screened in over 300 locations. Warner Bros. is releasing the dark comedy “Companion,” winner of Palm Springs, as a wide release.

Parkland Film Capital presents the delightful French romantic comedy “The Tasting,” which delves into relationships and the intriguing world of wine. On the other hand, Studiocanal’s “Hard Truths,” directed by renowned British filmmaker Mike Leigh, tackles social issues in an impactful way, featuring Marianne Jean-Baptiste and Michele Austin. This thought-provoking production will be screened in more than 100 locations.

As a passionate movie connoisseur, I’m thrilled to announce that “The Colors Within,” distributed by Anime Ltd., is an exciting piece of news for anime enthusiasts. On the other hand, music aficionados can mark their calendars for “The Fuzztones vs The World,” a production by MusicFilmNetwork and helmed by Danny Garcia. This one-day-only spectacle offers a captivating exploration into the life of Rudi Protrudi and the legendary garage rock band, The Fuzztones.

Magnetes Pictures presents the hilarious Polish comedy “Ride On,” whereas ICA Cinema offers “By the River,” a poignant drama directed by renowned Korean filmmaker Hong Sangsoo, featuring Kim Minhee in the lead role.

To celebrate the Lunar New Year, Trinity Filmed Entertainment unveils “Detective Chinatown 1900,” a humorous detective movie set in a historical era, directed by Sicheng Cheng and Mo Dai. The cast includes Baoqiang Wang, Haoran Liu, and the renowned Chow Yun-fat.

Park Circus offers two timeless masterpieces, beautifully rejuvenated: Richard Linklater’s “Before Sunrise” (a special 30th anniversary release), and Billy Wilder’s “The Apartment” (restored in stunning 4K quality).

Additionally, Dreamz Entertainment, based in India, presents the Marathi-speaking drama titled “Fussclass Dabhade,” while action-packed thriller “Deva” starring Shahid Kapoor is distributed internationally by Zee Studios.

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2025-01-28 16:17