Home / Arts and Entertainment / Other Mommy: A Box Office Surprise Despite Poor Reviews
Other Mommy: A Box Office Surprise Despite Poor Reviews
3 Nov
Summary
- Film grossed over $108 million worldwide on a $19 million budget.
- Despite poor reviews, it surpassed its break-even target significantly.
- The horror film centers on a young girl and a sinister entity.
Despite a wave of negative reviews, Jessica Chastain's horror film, Other Mommy, has achieved remarkable financial success, crossing the $100 million mark globally. The movie's worldwide box office cume reached $108 million by its fourth weekend, a significant feat for its modest $19 million production budget.
Industry experts noted that Other Mommy's break-even point was set at $47.5 million. The film has now earned over 107.4% more than this target, demonstrating a strong return on investment. This financial triumph occurred even as critics cited plot issues and occasional silliness that detracted from its scares.
The narrative of Other Mommy follows Bela, an eight-year-old girl living in a difficult home environment. She discovers a menacing presence from her closet, which she names 'Other Mommy,' and this entity becomes increasingly threatening to her and her family.
