The film titled “It’s What’s Inside” was a success at both the Sundance Film Festival and SXSW. Consequently, as reported by Deadline, Netflix paid around $17 million for the rights. However, unlike other body-swap horror movies, its complexity doesn’t stem from the characters’ individual desires; instead, it lies in the fact that eight individuals are involved in the body-swapping process.
About a decade back, it was inconceivable that a movie featuring Art the Clown would debut in cinemas, challenging a $200 million DC blockbuster. Yet, against all odds, Art the Clown has left audiences stunned during his preview night and boasts a near-flawless audience score on Rotten Tomatoes. The weekend box office is gearing up for chaos as this maniacal murderer sets out to dismember his competition.
As I eagerly awaited the premiere of Joker: Folie à Deux, the enthralling follow-up to the mesmerizing 2019 blockbuster Joker at the Venice International Film Festival on September 4, 2024, a month before its grand cinematic debut, I couldn’t help but feel a thrill of anticipation. The box-office predictions painted an optimistic picture, with the sequel potentially earning over $100 million in its opening domestic weekend, and some estimates even reaching as high as $140 million. If such lofty heights were to be achieved, Joker: Folie à Deux would have effortlessly shattered the October release record previously held by the original film, which had a staggering $96.2 million domestic opening weekend. This box-office success could have propelled it to become the first R-rated film to surpass the $1 billion mark at the worldwide box office. Moreover, it would have been a strong contender for 11 Academy Award nominations. As a movie enthusiast, I couldn’t wait to witness this captivating tale unfold on the silver screen!
The dynamic duo of Deadpool and Wolverine has once again made history by surpassing the first-week domestic digital sales record for an R-rated movie. This impressive feat comes months after their blockbuster theatrical release, demonstrating that they continue to captivate audiences as unparalleled favorites within the Marvel universe.
Hauser & Wirth is presenting a tribute to the City of Angels in a fresh group exhibition at its recently established West Hollywood venue, inspired by Steve Martin’s 1991 romantic comedy, “L.A. Story.” This showcase displays sculptures, paintings, and installations from a broad range of contemporary artists. These artists express their perspectives on the unique quirks that LA is famous for, using their individual artistic styles to comment on the city’s surreal characteristics.