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34 minutes ago
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‘How to Train Your Dragon' soars in box office debut with US$83.7 million, beating ‘Lilo & Stitch'
This image released by Universal Pictures shows Mason Thames, as Hiccup, riding Night Fury dragon, Toothless in a scene from "How to Train Your Dragon.", (Universal Pictures via AP) LOS ANGELES — 'How to Train Your Dragon' took flight at the box office this weekend, proving that some remakes still have teeth. The Universal live-action adaptation of the beloved animated franchise soared to a strong $83.7 million debut in North American theaters, according to Comscore estimates Sunday. The film, directed by franchise veteran Dean DeBlois, follows the unlikely friendship between a young Viking named Hiccup (Mason Thames) and a dragon called Toothless. The reboot easily outpaced 2019's 'How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World,' which opened with $55 million. The latest film earned more than $114.1 million internationally, bringing the global total to $197.8 million. 'This is yet another example of a live-action remake really delivering on the promise of the marketing,' said Paul Dergarabedian, the senior media analyst for Comscore. 'I think the longevity and playability of some of these films particularly in the summer has been nothing short of miraculous.' 'How to Train' also claimed the No. 1 spot ahead of Disney's 'Lilo & Stitch,' which slipped to second place after topping the charts for three weekends. That hybrid live-action remake added another $15 million, pushing its domestic total past $386.3 million. 'Materialists,' a modern-day New York love story starring Dakota Johnson, Pedro Pascal, and Chris Evans, rounded out the top three films of the week with a $12 million debut. The romantic dramedy features Johnson as a savvy matchmaker caught between two suitors: a broke, struggling actor who happens to be her ex, and a wealthy 'unicorn' who seems too good to be true. 'Mission: Impossible — The Final Reckoning' slid to fourth place, taking in $10.3 million and avoiding a dip into single-digit territory. The John Wick spinoff 'Ballerina' fell to fifth place with $9.4 million, despite strong reviews from both critics and audiences. Directed by Len Wiseman, the action film stars Ana de Armas and features Keanu Reeves reprising his role in a supporting turn. Dergarabedian said 'Ballerina' could have a surge later down the line similar to 2014's 'John Wick.' 'It took a while for that franchise to really catch on,' he said. 'You saw a huge outpouring of interest for the first 'John Wick' when it hit home video or streaming, I should say, and I think the same will happen here.' In sixth place, 'Karate Kid: Legends' earned $5 million followed by 'Final Destination: Bloodlines' at seventh with $3.9 million. Wes Anderson's latest 'The Phoenician Scheme' brought in $3 million eighth place. 'The Life of Chuck,' based on a Stephen King story, placed ninth with $2.1 million. Rounding out the top 10 was 'Sinners.' The Ryan Coogler film starring Michael B. Jordan, drew $1.4 million - which is impressive since the movie is available to watch at home through online and digital platforms after being released two months ago. Overall, the box office is up 23% from this point in 2024. Dergarabedian said he's looking forward to films in the coming weeks that could have a positive presence at the box office, such as 'Eilo,' 'F1,' 'Superman' and '28 Days Later.' Top 10 movies by domestic box office With final domestic figures being released Monday, this list factors in the estimated ticket sales for Friday through Sunday at U.S. and Canadian theaters, according to Comscore: 1. 'How to Train Your Dragon,' $83.7 million 2. 'Lilo and Stitch,' $15.5 million. 3. 'Materialists,' $12 million. 4. 'Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning,' $10.3 million. 5. 'From the World of John Wick: Ballerina,' $9.4 million. 6. 'Karate Kid: Legends,' $5 million. 7. 'Final Destination: Bloodlines,' $3.9 million. 8. 'The Phoenician Scheme,' $3 million. 9. 'The Life of Chuck,' $2.1 million. 10. 'Sinners,' $1.4 million. Jonathan Landrum Jr., The Associated Press
CTV News
36 minutes ago
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Troubadour Festival rocks downtown Barrie
Thousands of fans gathered in downtown Barrie to watch Dean Brody at the Troubadour Festival Thousands of fans filled Meridian Place to sing along with Dean Brody at the Troubadour Festival, a crowd never yet seen at the outdoor amphitheatre. Country fans from around the region sang and danced the night away with local musicians from the local country showcase contest. 3 local artists had the chance to play at Meridian Place, building momentum for Dean Brody at the end of the night. Lance Dobinson, from Wasaga Beach, was the first artist on the stage for the free concert and said it was a dream come true. Lance Dobinson, local artist showcase Lance Dobinson performs at the local artist showcase at the Troubadour Festival (CTV NEWS/ Luke Simard) 'Just a bonus to be on stage and doing what you enjoy doing,' said Dobinson. 'But a bonus as well to be opening up for Dean Brody, it doesn't get much better than that.' Next, Rebekah Hawker serenaded the crowds with her signing and songwriting abilities. Her music influenced from growing up in Oro-Medonte. She said the support and energy from the crowd was inspiring. 'Sometimes it can be really scary playing in front of new people you don't know, and I felt like the whole time, everyone was just ready to cheer for me and ready to, be there to support me,' said Hawker. 'So that felt amazing.' Rebekah Hawker, local showcase artist at Troubadour Festival in Barrie Rebekah Hawker, local showcase artist at Troubadour Festival in Barrie (CTV News/ Luke Simard) Hawker added she's thankful for the local artist showcase and the Troubadour Festival for supporting up and coming artists. 'It can change the course of someone's life, and it absolutely enriches our community,' said Hawker. 'It gives other people a way to access their emotions through other people's writing.' Country artist Cam Brown finishing off the local showcase with popular cover songs, as well as originals. He said as an artist, the Troubadour Festival has been a premium experience for an artist like himself. 'I come by Meridian (Place) all the time, and just to see how it's been transformed, and I got the green room here everybody's been so welcoming,' said Brown. 'Everyone's all in support of the same goal, just, an amazing community event.' Cam Brown, local artist showcase Troubadour Festival, Barrie Cam Brown, local artist showcase, plays in front of the crowd at the Troubadour Festival (CTV News/ Luke Simard) He added playing at the festival a humbling experience. 'I'm scanning across the crowd, there's people I know, some friends and family, people who just showed and it's just it's very humbling knowing that all the hard work you put in,' said Brown. 'People come down, enjoy some music on a Saturday night and support you. It's an incredible feeling.' Country music star Dean Brody took the stage around 8:30 p.m. finishing the night off with some of his country song hits. The 49-year-old Canadian has sold out stadiums across the country, but said his career started by his local community supporting his music. 'I just remember when I was young and I was just starting out and it was a dream, and it's like, man, I'd love to get in front of some people,' said Brody. 'It's tough. It's tough to get in front of a bunch of people that don't know your songs and you have to start somewhere.' He added he remembers when he first heard his music on the radio and the feelings that came with it. 'I remember when my local station played my stuff for the first time and I was over the moon,' said Brody. 'It was just such an amazing, accomplishment and radio's magic, I don't think it will ever stop being magic.' crowd at Troubadour Festival Crowds got their seats early in downtown Barrie for the first edition of the Troubadour Festival. (CTV NEWS/ Luke Simard) In case you missed the first edition of the Troubadour Festival, there are still 3 more summer concerts scheduled to take place this summer. Saturday July 26, The 99s will rock Meridian Place, August 16, Hawksley Workman will take the stage, and on September 6, Brett Kissel will finish off the summer concert series.
CTV News
2 hours ago
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Windsor to celebrate birthday in style with opening of City Hall Square
The City of Windsor is marking its 133rd birthday with a major celebration on July 13, and everyone's invited. The free event runs from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. and will feature the grand opening of the long-anticipated City Hall Square, which came in at a cost of around $15.4 million. This new, year-round event space is designed to bring people together in the heart of the city. Residents will get a chance to explore the downtown core in a whole new way. 'Super excited people will have another reason to come downtown,' said Downtown BIA Chair Chris MacLeod. 'It's a great opportunity to make an afternoon/evening out of it and visit our downtown shops and restaurants.' The city was aiming to open the ice rink in January but was delayed. The oval shaped rink is expected to open later this year.
