Friday, August 1, 2014
‘Despicable Me 2′ Sets New B.O. Records in the U.K.
Universal/Illumination’s blockbuster sequel Despicable Me 2 is now the highest-grossing film of 2013 in the U.K. Universal Pictures International told The Hollywood Reporter that ... Continue Reading →
‘Planes’ Lands at No. 3 as Auds Visit ‘Elysium’
Although the overall box office numbers are still not impressive, North American audiences chose to seek out Elysium, Neill Blomkamp’s follow-up to the acclaimed District 9. The ... Continue Reading →
Disney’s ‘Planes’ Ready for Summer Takeoff
Disney’s Planes takes off thanks to a crowd-pleasing storyline and colorful cast of high-flying characters.
At first glance, Planes, a spin-off from Disney/Pixar’s Cars ... Continue Reading →
Reviews of Disney’s ‘Planes’ Not Flying High
We’re only a couple of days away from the release date of Disney’s Planes in theaters (August 9), and already, the early reviews aren’t painting a pretty picture. ... Continue Reading →
Second Time’s Not a Charm for ‘The Smurfs’
Sony’s big summer sequel Smurfs 2 failed to draw big numbers at the American box office this past weekend. The live-action/CG-animated hybrid landed in the third spot Stateside, ... Continue Reading →
Blue Guys Expected to See Major Green Worldwide
Sony’s The Smurfs 2 was the most popular movie on Wednesday with a $5.2 million opening day Stateside. Although the family pic’s numbers were slightly lower than DreamWorks’ ... Continue Reading →
D23 Expo to Offer Peeks at ‘Frozen,’ ‘Good Dinosaur’
Forget Comic-Con. The big toon fan experience will be happening at Disney’s D23 Expo, planned for August 9–11 at the Anaheim Convention Center. The event will feature a special ... Continue Reading →
DreamWorks’ ‘Turbo’ Sputters at No. 3 Spot
Turbo, DreamWorks Animation’s tale of a speedy snail with the dream of winning the Indy 500, had a difficult time drawing large numbers to theaters. The pic, which brought in ... Continue Reading →
DreamWorks’ ‘Turbo’ Wins Wednesday Movie Race
DreamWorks’ second feature of 2013, Turbo, was able to bring in about $6 million during its first day of release at the U.S. box office on Wednesday. Box office watchers are estimating ... Continue Reading →
D23 Expo to Offer Special ‘Planes’ Screening
D23: The Official Disney Fan Club will offer a special 3D screening of next month’s Planes feature. D23 Expo attendees will be among the first to see Disney’s Planes on ... Continue Reading →
