We've enjoyed this year more than any other since pre-Covid. Actually have a few options when you go to a theater on a random day.

That's the point of my OP. Weak box office.

Weapons is my most anticipated movie since Dune 2, and Brolin is in both.

Really glad Cregger's taking over Resident Evil, couldn't be in better hands. Dude is killing it right now.

Brian Earl Spilner said:

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Captain Winky said:

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How did 28 Years Later disappoint?

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It made $70M domestic. Didn't exactly light up the box office.

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What was it projected to do? It has already made more than the first 2 combined, both domestically and worldwide.

It cost $60M…so more than that.

They didn't make it on the cheap like they did the others.

If you look at the tiers- no one cared. It was a summer for old dudes (which would make sense why so many here loved it) but that's not where the money is made.

1 movie over $400M, 2 over $300M, and 1 over $200M. Everything else south.

That's not summer blockbuster season.

Last year you've got 2 over $600M. Year before that you've got 1 over $600M and 4 doing $300M+.

You never mentioned box office in your OP. I figured it was based off entertainment value which why I was surprised to see you say 28 Years disappointed.

This is a great point too.

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We've enjoyed this year more than any other since pre-Covid. Actually have a few options when you go to a theater on a random day.

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This is where I am at, those other movie years it felt like the popular movie woudl come out and then nothing else worth watching would come out for another month or so. That does allow that movie to go on a run

I feel like it has been a weaker, less appealing summer, but I wonder how the perception of the quality of the summer movie is based on the stage of life you are in, and the motivational level someone has for just going to the movies.


For us, the most my family was into movies was the summer of Movie Pass with Avengers (Infinity War, I think).


Post Covid, the family/kids just have either not been that enthused about movies, or would rather sit at home and watch something on streaming while they scroll TikTok/Instagram. They still like the movie experience, but I have to be the one who has to ask if there is an interest in going to see Superman or Fantastic Four or whatever. And it isn't like they don't know these movies are running because of ads on social media. They like going to movies, but unlike when I was in HS going to a movie or two per week with my HS friends (who have gotten shockingly old lately), it is just a low first option for them. Maybe they go on a date with someone, but with the exception of the social media movies like FNAF or Minecraft, they do not go with friends to a movie.


I recognize our unique position. Is it possibly similar to how some former NBA or MLB fans lose engagement and then perceive the league as less compelling? The possible reality is, my family's habits and emotional connections evolve, shaping perception. Perhaps that has happened a lot of places.

Spielberg is making another UFO movie. Please be more like CE3K and not like ET. Or just go ahead and finally make Night Skies.

Here's what I know…

- There are thriller elements, with a government/chase angle (apparently chasing human characters who know something, not aliens chasing/being chased).

- There's a religious element, as at least one scene takes place at a convent featuring nuns.

- Roswell as lore plays some kind of role in the movie, but to what extent is unknown.

- Otherwise, outside of the awesome cast, that's all we've been able to glean so far. But it definitely sounds more Close Encounters than E.T. overall.

Sounds promising.

The wife and I really enjoying seeing movies in a theater, and aside from F-1, which was AMAZING! we look every week at what is playing and literally nothing appeals to us. SOOO many horror movies it seems. Lack of originality, too many sequels burning people out; wokism; high ticket and concession prices; end result is a bunch of meh.

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Also, I'm going to push back on the summer 2026 narrative. Because this is a massive, killer slate so far…

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Literally ONE movie in that list I will see without question:
Star Wars: The Mandalorian & Grogu

Most I will wait on reviews and just see the buzz
The Devil Wears Prada 2 - likely because the wife will want to go
Untitled Steven Spielberg UFO Movie - tbd
DC's Supergirl - tbd
The Odyssey - probably but not definite
Spider-Man: Brand New Day - doubtful
Flowervale Street - doubtful

Some of those I am OUT no matter what
Masters of the Universe
Scary Movie 6
Toy Story 5 - might catch it streaming some day, 4 was just ok
Minions 3
Moana (live-action)


Definitely interested in a couple of the fall flicks though
The Continuing Adventures of Cliff Booth
Avengers: Doomsday
Dune Part Three

To each his own, certainly not going to begrudge you yoir opinion, but man, you're seriously not super pumped to see Nolan's version of The Odyssey regardless of the reviews (let's face it, the critics will always love Nolan)?

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To each his own, certainly not going to begrudge you yoir opinion, but man, you're seriously not super pumped to see Nolan's version of The Odyssey regardless of the reviews (let's face it, the critics will always love Nolan)?

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I have tended to love most Nolan movies. But I don't know about this one as the subject matter is not thrilling to me being a known quantity I guess. Part of the appeal of Nolan stuff I've loved is the unique nature of the story for most of them.

And some of Nolan's movies while I enjoyed them I never wanted to or needed to see them again - this is true for Insomnia and Inception but really even more so for his most recent movies: Dunkirk, Tenet and even Oppenheimer although I loved it and I was dying to see that one as the subject fascinated me.

I'm sure I'll see it but I'm not just dying to see it.

I wouldn't be surprised if Mandalorian bombed or hit really meh numbers. Boba Fett and season 3 really missed the mark with a lot of fans, plus it's a short wait for D+. Might end up being like The Simpsons movie where it just feels like a really long episode and people decide to wait instead of spending money on tickets.

That's because it's freaking awesome!