Heart Eyes, the unconventional Valentine's Day film, exceeded expectations at the box office, becoming the tenth highest-grossing film of the year. Despite releasing in limited overseas markets, the film's blend of horror and romance captivated audiences, achieving a better second-weekend performance than its first. Critics and audiences alike praised its unique concept and execution.
While the latest Marvel Cinematic Universe installment, Captain America: Brave New World, dominated the box office last weekend, other films achieved notable milestones. Paddington in Peru grossed $13 million in its highly anticipated US debut, and Dog Man soared to a remarkable $90 million. Heart Eyes , an alternative Valentine's Day offering, emerged as a surprise success, raking in $20 million worldwide.
domestically, it earned nearly $10 million, surpassing films like Dog Man, the international hit Ne Zha 2, and Mufasa: The Lion King. This impressive performance places Heart Eyes as the tenth highest-grossing film of the year, despite not being released in most overseas markets.What sets Heart Eyes apart is its remarkable second-weekend performance, exceeding its first-weekend gross by $2 million. This feat not only solidifies cinema's place in the romantic calendar but also reflects the overwhelmingly positive word-of-mouth surrounding the film. Critics and audiences alike have lauded Heart Eyes' ability to seamlessly blend romantic-comedy and horror elements. Boasting an 80% 'certified fresh' rating on Rotten Tomatoes and a 78% audience score, the film has garnered widespread acclaim.Interestingly, the film's initial focus was heavily on horror. Writing trio Phillip Murphy, Christopher Landon, and Michael Kennedy revealed to Collider that the original screenplay was significantly gorier, leaning 80% horror and 20% romantic comedy. Murphy explained that the script evolved as he worked on it, gradually shifting towards a more balanced approach. He described the process as a continuous evolution, particularly with the involvement of director Josh Ruben. The result is a unique blend that has resonated with audiences, proving that horror and romance can indeed be a winning combination
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