This weekend, movie lovers had plenty of choices, and some films really stood out. "Black Phone 2" stole the show, making a big splash with $10. 78 million on its first day. It's a scary movie that's got people talking, with Ethan Hawke back as the creepy masked killer. Made for $30 million, it's on track to pull in a solid $24. 4 million over three days. Not bad for a horror flick!

Meanwhile, "Tron: Ares" took second place with $3 million. Critics say it's the first "Tron" movie that actually makes sense, adding some heart to the series. It's a step up from the usual tech-heavy plots.

"Good Fortune, " Aziz Ansari's first movie as a director, landed in third with $2. 4 million. It's a funny take on money troubles, showing how two guys from totally different worlds can cross paths in LA. Ansari explained it's about the haves and have-nots, and how their lives can collide in unexpected ways.

"Truth & Treason" came in fourth, earning over $1. 15 million. It's a serious drama about a teen who stood up to the Nazis and paid the price. It's a powerful story that reminds us of the courage it takes to fight for what's right.

Rounding out the top five is "One Battle After Another, " which made $1. 1 million in its fourth week. It's still hanging in there, showing that some movies have staying power.


    # **This Weekend's Movie Highlights**

    ## **Top Films Making Waves**

    ### **1. "Black Phone 2"**
    - **First Day Earnings:** $10.78 million
    - **Starring:** Ethan Hawke as the creepy masked killer
    - **Budget:** $30 million
    - **Projected 3-Day Earnings:** $24.4 million
    - **Genre:** Horror

    ### **2. "Tron: Ares"**
    - **Earnings:** $3 million
    - **Critics' Take:** First "Tron" film with a coherent plot and emotional depth
    - **Improvement:** Moves beyond typical tech-heavy storytelling

    ### **3. "Good Fortune"**
    - **Earnings:** $2.4 million
    - **Director:** Aziz Ansari (debut feature)
    - **Plot:** A humorous take on financial struggles and unlikely friendships in LA
    - **Theme:** Explores the divide between the wealthy and the less fortunate

    ### **4. "Truth & Treason"**
    - **Earnings:** $1.15 million
    - **Genre:** Drama
    - **Plot:** A teen's defiance against the Nazis and the consequences
    - **Impact:** A powerful reminder of courage and resistance

    ### **5. "One Battle After Another"**
    - **Earnings:** $1.1 million (4th week)
    - **Notable:** Still performing well, proving some films have lasting appeal

    

Weekend Box Office Winners and Losers

Top Films Making Waves

1. "Black Phone 2"

2. "Tron: Ares"

3. "Good Fortune"

4. "Truth & Treason"

5. "One Battle After Another"

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