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VENOM Swings Past $500 Million at Worldwide Box Office
Despite the arrival of Halloween, Sony’s Venom is still raking in money, as the superhero movie has passed a key box office milestone. Venom has passed the $500 million mark worldwide this weekend. It added about $10.8 million domestically and $17.3 million overseas, bringing its worldwide to $508.4 million. Right now, Venom is the 13th highest grossing movie of the year worldwide. It will open in China and Japan soon, which will only boost its overseas numbers even more. So, it is entirely possible for it to crack the top 10. And this is all on a $100 million production budget, so it is set to be a very profitable movie for…
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Sony Sets IMAX Releases for SPIDER-MAN: FAR FROM HOME and MEN IN BLACK Spinoff
Following the box office success of Venom, Sony is strengthening its relationship with IMAX. The two companies have signed their first long-term collaboration, which will see the release of multiple Sony movies in IMAX theaters worldwide. As part of the deal, IMAX will screen Spider-Man: Far From Home and the Men in Black spinoff next summer. The third Jumanji movie is also part of the deal. IMAX Entertainment CEO Greg Foster shares his excitement for the deal, particularly for continuing the relationship with Marvel Studios on Spider-Man: Far From Home. “Spider-Man, in particular, is a Marvel movie, and we’re excited about continuing our relationship with Marvel. It’s been among the most…
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VENOM Retains October Opening Record Despite HALLOWEEN’s Arrival
Sony’s Venom set a new record for October opening weekends, grossing over $80 million in its debut. However, many have wondered if that record would be broken by this week’s new release, Halloween. Well, Michael Myer’s return has brought in all the money, but not quite enough to break the record. Halloween opened with an estimated $77.5 million this weekend. This is the second biggest October opening in history, behind only Venom. Meanwhile, the comic book movie fell down to 3rd place this week, grossing an estimated $18.1 million, after being at the top spot for two straight weeks. Its domestic total is now $171.1 million. Overseas, Venom took in an…
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Crunchyroll and Funimation Part Ways
Crunchyroll and Funimation, two of the biggest anime distributors, are now ending their collaboration that started back in September 2016. The reason for it? Sony Picture Television Network wants Funimation to spread its wings and become more global. Outside of the fact that they will stop sharing content after November 9th, but Funimation will also not be available after that expiration date. If you are worried about losing shows like Attack on Titan and My Hero Academia on your Crunchyroll account, I’m happy to say that you don’t have to worry. According to reports, shows that premiered during the partnership are staying around even after November 9th. Animenewsnetwork has an…
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SPIDER-MAN: FAR FROM HOME Wraps Production
Spider-Man: Far From Home will be the first Marvel movie to come after Avengers 4, which will be the end of the Marvel Cinematic Universe as we know it. While a lot of details are being kept under wraps, we know that the sequel picks up immediately after the events of Avengers 4, when Peter Parker and his friends take a vacation to Europe. Along the way, Peter fights new enemy Mysterioand teams up with new allies, such as Nick Fury. Now, filming is over, as star Tom Holland has announced the wrap of production on Far From Home. He also shares a new behind-the-scenes photo, featuring the new Spidey suit…
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Why VENOM is the Best Comic Book Movie of 2018
This year has seen the release of several comic book movies. T’Challa defended his kingdom against Killmonger in Black Panther, Thanos took on Earth’s Mightiest Heroes in Avengers: Infinity War, the Merc with a Mouth met new friends in Deadpool 2, and the world’s smallest heroes joined forces in Ant-Man and The Wasp. The latest movie is Sony’s Venom, which intends to kick off a new franchise composed of the studio’s Marvel characters. Despite making a lot of money, Venom has been trashed by critics, receiving a 30% on Rotten Tomatoes and a 35 on Metacritic. These are the worst reviews of any comic book movie that came out this…
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VENOM Retains Box Office Crown in Second Weekend
Despite negative reviews from critics, Sony’s Venom has proven to be a box office force to be reckoned with. It earned the biggest October opening in history, and it has held up in the days since. Now, its second weekend estimates are in. Venom grossed an estimated $35.7 million this weekend, retaining the top spot. This is a 55% drop from its opening, which is on par with other modern comic book movies. This brings its domestic total to $142.8 million. Overseas, Venom took in $69.7 million, bringing its international total to $235.3 million. Its combined worldwide gross is now $378.1 million. The movie had a production budget of just…
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Spider-Man Expected to Appear in KRAVEN THE HUNTER Movie
The biggest critique surrounding Sony’s Universe of Marvel Characters (SUMC) is that, while these characters are prominent parts of Spider-Man lore, Spider-Man himself is absent. Even Venom had to drastically alter its origin story because, in the comics, Eddie Brock and Venom are closely tied to Spider-Man. This, along with Sony’s current deal with Marvel Studios, has led to doubt regarding Spidey appearing in any of these movies. However, that may be about to change. Our friends at Discussing Film recently spoke with screenwriter Richard Wenk, who is working on Sony’s Kraven the Hunter movie. Wenk talks about how he is starting the process now, and how the movie will lean…
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VENOM Director Discusses That Mid-Credits Scene, and What It Means for the Sequel
Sony’s Venom movie included plenty of Easter eggs and references to the comics, signaling the studio’s intention to spawn a cinematic universe with its own Marvel characters. And, like most modern comic book movies, this one includes an extra scene during the credits. Technically, Venom has two credit scenes, but – without spoiling – only one of them has to do with this franchise’s future. The scene introduces an iconic Marvel Comics character, and it gives us a good idea of what to expect from the sequel…assuming it happens. [Warning: The Following Contains SPOILERS From Venom.] . . . . . . . . . [Final Warning!!!] . . .…
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VENOM Sets New October Record with $80 Million Opening Weekend
Despite negative reception from critics, audiences seem to be more on board with Sony’s Venom. The film, which is intended to launch Sony’s Universe of Marvel Characters (SUMC), has been tracking higher and higher for a big opening weekend. And now, the early estimates are in. Venom opened with $80.3 million this weekend. This easily sets a new record for an October opening, surpassing 2013’s Gravity ($55.7 million). It also comes ahead of Warner Bros.’ A Star Is Born, which too exceeded expectations with $42.9 million. Overseas, Venom took in $125.2 million, bringing its worldwide debut to a whopping $205.5 million. This alone doubles the film’s production budget, and assuming…