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Indie Films Shine Amidst 'Wicked' Box Office Domination
23 Nov
Summary
- 'Rental Family' debuted with $3.3 million, earning an A CinemaScore.
- Nuremberg surpassed $11 million in its third week.
- Specialty films show strong audience reception and word-of-mouth.
The past weekend's box office saw a significant split, with "Wicked" dominating ticket sales. However, independent films like "Rental Family" and "Nuremberg" also garnered attention, showcasing robust performances and strong audience engagement.
"Rental Family," a comedy-drama from Searchlight Pictures, opened to an estimated $3.3 million across 1,925 theaters, earning a coveted A CinemaScore. The film, featuring Brendan Fraser as an American actor working for a Japanese "rental family" agency, received excellent audience scores, with 61% rating it 'Excellent' and 74% 'Definitely Recommend.'
Meanwhile, James Vanderbilt's "Nuremberg," starring Russell Crowe and Rami Malek, crossed the $11 million mark, adding over $1.2 million in its third week. Joachim Trier's "Sentimental Value" also maintained momentum in its third week, grossing $635,000 for a $1.78 million cumulative. These specialty releases highlight the diverse appeal and resilience of independent cinema.
