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Godzilla Minus One Roars to a $10+ Million Opening, Beyoncé’s “Renaissance” Film Clocks Impressive Numbers
Godzilla Minus One, the latest installment in Toho’s iconic monster franchise, has made a strong debut at the North American box office, grossing an estimated $10 million in its opening weekend. The film, which is set in post-World War II Japan, follows a group of survivors as they attempt to rebuild their lives in the wake of the destruction caused by Godzilla.
The film’s success is a testament to the enduring popularity of the Godzilla franchise, as well as the strong critical reception that the film has received. Godzilla Minus One currently holds an impressive 92% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes, with critics praising the film’s action sequences, special effects, and performances.
Renaissance: A Film by Beyoncé, a visual album from the singer-songwriter, also made a strong debut at the box office, grossing an estimated $10 million in its opening weekend. The film, which is a companion piece to Beyoncé’s latest album, Renaissance, is a visually stunning and emotionally powerful exploration of themes of love, loss, and rebirth. The film has been praised by critics for its creativity, artistry, and Beyoncé’s performance.
The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes**, the prequel to the Hunger Games trilogy, also performed well at the box office, grossing an estimated $8 million in its opening weekend. The film, which is set decades before the events of the original trilogy, follows the story of Coriolanus Snow, the future president of Panem, as he attends the Hunger Games academy. The film has been praised for its dark and suspenseful tone, as well as its performances.
Silent Night, a new revenge thriller from director John Woo, also opened to decent numbers, grossing an estimated $250,000 in its opening weekend. The film, which stars Joel Kinnaman and Scott Mescudi, follows the story of a father who seeks revenge on the gang that killed his son on Christmas Eve. The film has been praised for its gritty action sequences and its performances.
Overall, the North American box office is off to a strong start in December, with several new films performing well. Godzilla Minus One, Renaissance: A Film by Beyoncé, and The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes are all expected to continue to perform well in the coming weeks. Here is a table of the top 10 films at the North American box office for the weekend of December 2nd – 4th, 2023:
Rank Film Studio Weekend Gross 1 Godzilla Minus One Toho $10 million 2 Renaissance: A Film by Beyoncé Parkwood Entertainment $10 million 3 The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes Lionsgate $8 million 4 Silent Night Lionsgate $250,000 5 Devotion Sony Pictures Releasing $210,000 6 The Fabelmans Universal Pictures $190,000 7 Bones and All MGM/United Artists $180,000 8 She Said Universal Pictures $170,000 9 Women Talking Orion Pictures $160,000 10 The Banshees of Inisherin Searchlight Pictures $150,000 
Drake and J. Cole Announce Dates for 2024 It’s All A Blur Tour
Hip-hop heavyweights Drake and J. Cole have announced their highly anticipated 2024 It’s All A Blur Tour – Big As The What?. The tour, presented by Cash App and Visa, will kick off on January 18 in Denver, Colorado, and make stops in major cities across North America before wrapping up in Los Angeles on March 25.
A Night of Hip-Hop Excellence
Fans can expect to hear all their favorite hits from both Drake and J. Cole, as well as new material from their upcoming albums. The tour will also feature special guests and surprise performances.
“I’m excited to be back on the road and performing for my fans,” said Drake. “This tour is going to be something special.”
“I’m looking forward to sharing the stage with Drake and bringing our music to life for our fans,” added J. Cole.
Tickets go on sale to the general public on November 18 at 10:00 AM local time.
Tour Dates
- January 18-19, 2024: Denver, CO – Ball Arena
- January 21-22, 2024: Minneapolis, MN – Target Center
- January 24-25, 2024: Chicago, IL – United Center
- January 28, 2024: Detroit, MI – Little Caesars Arena
- January 30, 2024: Toronto, ON – Scotiabank Arena
- February 1, 2024: Montreal, QC – Bell Centre
- February 4-5, 2024: New York, NY – Madison Square Garden
- February 7-8, 2024: Boston, MA – TD Garden
- February 11-12, 2024: Philadelphia, PA – Wells Fargo Center
- February 14-15, 2024: Washington, D.C. – Capital One Arena
- February 18, 2024: Atlanta, GA – State Farm Arena
- February 21-22, 2024: Miami, FL – FTX Arena
- February 25-26, 2024: Dallas, TX – American Airlines Center
- February 28-29, 2024: Houston, TX – Toyota Center
- March 4-5, 2024: Los Angeles, CA – The Forum
- March 7-8, 2024: Oakland, CA – Oracle Arena
- March 11-12, 2024: Portland, OR – Moda Center
- March 14-15, 2024: Seattle, WA – Climate Pledge Arena
- March 18-19, 2024: Vancouver, BC – Rogers Arena
- March 22-23, 2024: Calgary, AB – Scotiabank Saddledome
- March 25, 2024: Edmonton, AB – Rogers Place
VIP Packages
A limited number of VIP packages will also be available for purchase. These packages include premium seats, meet-and-greet opportunities, and exclusive merchandise.
How to Buy Tickets
Tickets can be purchased through Ticketmaster.com, Live Nation, or at the venue box office.
This is a must-see concert for any fan of hip-hop.
Additional Information
For more information on the tour, please visit Drake’s official website or J. Cole’s official website.
Drake performs onstage during “Lil Baby & Friends Birthday Celebration Concert” at State Farm Arena on December 9, 2022 in Atlanta, Georgia. Prince Williams/Wireimage Thank you for reading!
“Pads Are Backwards”: Fans Troll Tate McRae’s New Hockey-Themed Album Cover
Canadian pop singer Tate McRae has unveiled the cover art for her highly anticipated sophomore album, “Think Later,” and it’s safe to say that it’s causing quite a stir among fans. The cover features McRae sporting a full set of hockey gear, including pads, a jersey, and a helmet. However, there’s one small detail that has caught the attention of eagle-eyed hockey fans: McRae’s pads are on backwards.
Tate McRae announces her sophomore album, ‘Think Later.’
Out December 8. pic.twitter.com/v1YhMkUsys
— Pop Crave (@PopCrave) November 6, 2023
“Pads are backwards!” exclaimed one fan on Twitter. “How can a Canadian artist not know how to wear hockey pads?” echoed another. Others were more lighthearted about the gaffe, with some poking fun at McRae’s rookie mistake and others simply expressing their confusion.
McRae has yet to respond to the criticism, but she did share the cover art on her social media pages with the caption, “New album out December 8th! Can’t wait for you all to hear it.”
Despite the minor wardrobe malfunction, the album cover is generally being praised for its boldness and creativity. McRae’s decision to embrace a hockey theme is a refreshing take on the typical pop album cover, and it’s sure to appeal to fans of both music and hockey.
The album’s tracklist has yet to be revealed, but McRae has promised that it will be full of “catchy melodies and honest lyrics” that will resonate with listeners of all ages.
“Think Later” is the follow-up to McRae’s debut album, “All Things I Feel,” which was released in 2020. The album was a critical and commercial success, spawning the hit singles “You Broke Me First” and “Lie to Me.”
McRae is currently on tour in support of her new album. She will be playing a number of dates across North America throughout the fall.
In addition to her music career, McRae is also a dancer and actress. She has appeared in several television shows and films, including “Odd Squad” and “Teen Mom.”
McRae is a rising star in the pop music world, and her new album is sure to solidify her status as one of the most exciting artists to watch.