Alex Garland’s dystopian film "Civil War" continued its dominance in theaters for the second week, holding onto the top spot with $11.1 million in ticket sales. Set in a near-future America torn apart by rebellion, the movie has captured audiences' attention with its provocative premise and intense imagery of war-torn cities.
Despite "Civil War" holding strong, the overall weekend box office was sluggish, reflecting a broader trend of declining ticket sales in Hollywood this year. With year-to-date sales down nearly 20% compared to last year, industry insiders are feeling the pressure to turn things around.
Universal Pictures’ "Abigail," a modern take on the classic monster tale "Dracula’s Daughter," was expected to perform well but landed in second place with $10.2 million. Directed by Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett, the film follows a 12-year-old girl who proves to be a formidable hostage when kidnapped.
Guy Ritchie’s "The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare" made its debut with $9 million, telling the true story of a World War II mission off the coast of West Africa. While Ritchie has a track record of box office success, recent films like "Operation Fortune: Ruse de Guerre" have struggled to find their footing.
In the world of anime, "Spy x Family Code: White" failed to make a splash, earning only $4.9 million in its U.S. debut. Despite its international popularity, the film adaptation of the manga series "Spy x Family" fell short of expectations in North America.
Meanwhile, "Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire" continued to reign supreme globally, adding $9.5 million domestically and $21.6 million internationally to its impressive $485.2 million global total. As the top-grossing film for the past month, it shows no signs of slowing down.
Overall, while some films struggled to find their audience, others like "Civil War" and "Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire" proved that there is still a hunger for captivating cinema experiences. With more releases on the horizon, Hollywood is hoping to turn the tide and bring audiences back to theaters.
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