The movie industry is picking up speed.  "Sinners" is still a major hit, pulling in  $45 million in its second week.  That is just a tiny 6% drop from its first weekend.  This is huge for a horror movie, which usually see a big drop after the first weekend.  So far, "Sinners" has made $122. 5 million in North America and $161. 6 million worldwide.  The movie cost $90 million to make.  It seems like great reviews and excited fans will keep "Sinners" going strong, even as more movies come out.

The weekend also saw some other big names.  "Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith" is back in theaters for its 20th anniversary.  It made $25. 2 million in the U. S. and another $17 million worldwide.  This is amazing for a movie that has been out for so long.  "The Accountant 2" also did well, making $24. 5 million in its first weekend.  This movie is more expensive than the first one, so it needs to make a lot more money to be considered a success.  The first "Accountant" was a surprise hit, so the sequel has big shoes to fill.

"Minecraft" is still going strong in its fourth weekend, making $22. 7 million.  This movie is now the highest-grossing Hollywood film of the year.  After a slow start to 2025, these big movies are helping the box office bounce back.  Four movies made at least $20 million over the weekend, which is a good sign.  Revenues are up 11% from last year, but still behind 2019 levels.

New movies like "Until Dawn" and "The Legend of Ochi" also opened this weekend.  "Until Dawn" made $8 million in the U. S. and $10. 1 million worldwide.  It's a horror movie that cost $15 million to make, so it should make a profit.  "The Legend of Ochi" made $1. 4 million in its first weekend.  It's a fantasy movie about a girl and a mysterious animal.  It cost $10 million to make.

The movie industry is showing signs of recovery.  After a slow March, April is looking much better.  This is good news for movie lovers and the industry alike.  The box office is on the rise, and it looks like it will stay that way for a while.

The Big Screen Bounce-Back

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