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Time of India
05-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
'The Accountant 2' surpasses expectations with $65.7 million global box office gross
Ben Affleck 's return as Christian Wolff in The Accountant 2 has proven to be a box office success, amassing a global total of $65.7 million as of early May 2025. This impressive figure not only surpasses initial projections but also more than doubles the global earnings of Ridley Scott's The Last Duel , which concluded its theatrical run with $30.6 million worldwide. #Pahalgam Terrorist Attack Inside Operation Tupac: Pakistan's secret project to burn Kashmir Who is Asim Munir, the Zia-style general shaping Pakistan's faith-driven military revival 'Looking for partners, not preachers': India's strong message for EU amid LoC tensions The sequel, directed by Gavin O'Connor and written by Bill Dubuque, reunites Affleck with co-stars Jon Bernthal, Cynthia Addai-Robinson, and J.K. Simmons. New additions to the cast include Daniella Pineda and Allison Robertson. Released in the U.S. on April 25, 2025, by Amazon MGM Studios and internationally by Warner Bros. Pictures , the film had a production budget of $80 million. Strong domestic and international performance In its opening weekend, The Accountant 2 earned $24.5 million domestically, securing the third spot at the box office behind Sinners and the re-release of Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith . The film's domestic total stands at $41.2 million, complemented by an international haul of $13.2 million, bringing the worldwide gross to $54.4 million. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Innovative Jackets for Mountain Adventures [Buy Now] Trek Kit India Learn More Undo Continuing its momentum, the film added another $9.4 million domestically in subsequent weeks, elevating its global total to $65.7 million. Critical acclaim and audience reception The Accountant 2 has received positive reviews from both critics and audiences. CinemaScore reports an average grade of "A–", while 68% of PostTrak respondents indicated they would definitely recommend the film. Critics have highlighted the film's engaging action sequences and the dynamic between Affleck and Bernthal. Variety noted, "The Accountant 2 is an agreeably loopy hyperviolent good time," emphasizing the film's entertainment value. Live Events Future of the franchise Director Gavin O'Connor has confirmed that The Accountant 2 serves as the middle installment of a planned trilogy. He revealed that the concept of a three-part series was envisioned during the post-production of the original film, with the third installment already in development. With its strong box office performance and positive reception, The Accountant 2 has solidified its place as a successful sequel, paving the way for the anticipated conclusion of the trilogy.
Yahoo
01-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
This Region in France Has Medieval Towns, Majestic Chateaux, and Prehistoric Caves—and It's Little-known by American Travelers
Ridley Scott has a thing for Monpazier. After first filming "The Duelists," starring Harvey Keitel, in the southwestern French town in 1977, the British director returned for 2021's medieval tale, "The Last Duel," with Matt Damon, Ben Affleck, and Adam Driver. As I stand in the middle of Place des Cornières, the main square, I can understand why. This town in France's Dordogne region is a ready-made film set, particularly for glossy historical dramas. Cornières (angular arches) frame the square and glow in gold when the mid-morning light touches its buttercream stone buildings. Streets fan out in perfect geometry: Some, small alleys known as carreyous, are only two meters wide. Once hidden passages that allowed residents to scuttle around the village without paying taxes, the centuries-old stonework now conceals stylish, contemporary lodgings from public view. A British king, Edward I, founded this French town in 1284, in the shadow of the imposing Château de Biron, the largest of the Dordogne's thousand or so castles. Bloodlines had granted British monarchs the right to territory in Aquitaine, the southwestern nook of France, much to the rancor of their French rivals. Bastides, or towns built around a central square, were strategically rigged around this pocket of France like defensive pawns on a chessboard. Of them, Monpazier is considered the most beautiful. Related: 14 Best Small Towns in France for Beautiful Beaches and Vineyards, Mountain Trails, and Medieval Castles All claims the British held over French land had evaporated by the mid-15th century, yet, like Scott, they continue to be drawn to Monpazier—and the Dordogne in general. So popular is this part of the world with visitors and second-home owners from across the channel that it has earned the nickname Dordogne-shire. Curiously, the region remains under the radar for many North American travelers—perhaps because there are no direct flights from the U.S. to the closest main airports, Bordeaux (BOD) and Toulouse (TLS), nor the main regional gateway, Bergerac (EGC). Related: 7 Destinations in France Where the French Love to Go But this 'other' south of France should be in your travel plans. The Dordogne is a glorious landscape of winding rivers, centuries-old chateaux, prehistoric caves, and tricolor vineyards. Local specialities reared on these soils—a treasure trove of black Périgord truffles, pâtés, foie gras, walnuts, cheeses, cep mushrooms, and strawberries. Leaving Monpazier, I drive 30 minutes west across rural pastures toward the village of Issigeac, where up to 15,000 people cram into the streets every Sunday morning to fill their baskets with fresh fruit and vegetables at the famous produce market. Overlooking the scene is La Brucelière d'Issigeac, a 17th-century inn at the entrance to the historic center. The current custodians—French couple Marie and Anthony Hardy—moved south from Brittany last year, where Anthony, who has worked for Gordon Ramsay, was heading up the Michelin-starred Château de Sable. My main course of filleted skate, roasted cauliflower, parsnip puree, and hazelnuts is plated to perfection on bespoke pottery handmade by Marité Labat, the village ceramist. After watching the sun set over the restaurant's garden terrace, I only have to walk upstairs, where five rooms brimming with rustic charm serve as guest accommodations. 'Périgord is the Dordogne's historic name, and the region is still commonly referred to by it, more often than not accompanied by one of four colors: vert (green), blanc (white), noir (black), and pourpre (purple). Monpazier, Issigeac, and other villages like Eymet (which has a large concentration of Brits) are in the purple Périgord, named for the vineyards that crisscross the territory around Bergerac on the Dordogne river. Vineyards stretch as far as I can see from my vantage point at Château Feely in the sleepy village of Saussignac the next morning. As owner, Sean Feely, tends to the vines, his wife and co-owner, Caro, and I walk among rows of gnarly, old-vine merlot, careful to avoid the new buds of wild violet orchids poking through the soil between them. She tells me how they traded city life in Dublin for the French idyll two decades ago, buying a rundown estate with a water source that dates back to Gallo-Roman times. A commitment to quality and organic and biodynamic principles has kept their dream going, as has diversification into wine classes, yoga in the vines, walking tours through the surrounding countryside, and self-catered, eco-friendly accommodations. Heading north, the dry, vine-filled plains fade out and I cut through the white Périgord, a nod to the chalky soils and stone typical of the landscape at the center of the Dordogne. I don't need a map to tell me when I've arrived in the green Périgord, where the emphasis is on slowing down in nature on bike paths, hiking trails, and canoe rides down the gentle Drôme river, past old mills converted into charming riverbank boltholes, none more so than Les Griffons. Atmospheric rooms at this hotel in the tiny yet enchanting village of Bourdeilles feature antique stone fireplaces, wooden beams, and calming water views. I round out my Dordogne adventure in the black Périgord, a reference to the dense, almost inky oak forests that I spend more than an hour driving through en route to Saint-Léon-sur-Vézère, little more than a cluster of historic, golden stone homes bearing the Dordogne's traditional steep-pitched roofs made from lauze (limestone) tiles. Across the street from Manoir de la Salle, a 14th-century manor with sweeping gardens in immaculate condition, I sit down for lunch at Le Petit Léon, the restaurant of Antipodean chef Nick Honeyman and his sommelier wife, Sina. Honeyman, who runs the acclaimed Paris Butter in Auckland, New Zealand, explains how they took over this seasonal bistro in 2020 as an excuse for a paid European vacation every summer. His menu, which combines local ingredients with influences from Asia-Pacific plus New Zealand wines, quickly caught the attention of the French food scene, including the Michelin inspectors, who awarded Honeyman his first star in 2024. The restaurant is now open from April until October, and the couple has recently unveiled another eatery, in the nearby village of Montignac-Lascaux—famed for its network of prehistoric cave paintings. (In fact, is a nod to the dog, Robot, who led to the discovery of the cave network in 1940.) The Honeymans are so inspired by what's on their doorstep that they've made the region their permanent home. 'The walls of this restaurant are 300 years old, the church in the village is from the 11th century,' Honeyman says. 'The light here—I can't explain it, but everywhere you look, it's like someone has detailed everything with a fine liner. It's spectacular.' I've only been in the Dordogne for a few days, yet I can't help but agree. Read the original article on Travel & Leisure
Extra.ie
25-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Extra.ie
Ben Affleck reveals he talked Matt Damon out of moving to Ireland
Ben Affleck is all about the Emerald Isle and we're loving it. The Accountant 2 star took a trip down memory lane, reminiscing on his time filming in Ireland and chatting about his plans to return. When chatting to FM104's Crossy for the Strawberry Alarm Clock, alongside co-star Jon Bernthal, he also joked about his pal Matt Damon's Irish adventures, and how he's lauded as a king here on Irish shores. Ben Affleck is all about the Emerald Isle and we're loving it. Pic: Michael'Oh, I love Ireland,' Affleck beamed. 'Gosh, maybe it's been a couple of years now, when we were there for The Last Duel, I think. 'We ended up staying because of COVID, actually. I got to spend some time and just hang out, which was amazing.' It seems the Hollywood star has his sights set on Ireland once more, adding: 'I'd love to go back. Maybe take the kids this summer. I love it. I really do.' The Accountant 2 star took a trip down memory lane, reminiscing on his time filming in Ireland and chatting about his plans to return. Pic: Eddy Chen/Walt Disney Television Chatting about his friend, Matt Damon's, Irish escapades, he added: 'Matt liked the Irish, [they] were very good to him. He was like, 'Wow, maybe I should move here.' I told him, 'It'll get old. They'll get over you, don't worry about it.'' Matt chose to stay on in Dalkey alongside his family after filming for The Last Duel was shut down due to the first COVID lockdown. Trapped in the Dublin seaside town, the Hollywood actor and his family made the most of their time there, visiting restaurants, cafes and shops in the local vicinity. He also joked about his pal Matt Damon's Irish adventures, and how he's lauded as a king here on Irish shores. Pic: One photo of the star enjoying his time off went viral and saw him visiting the Vico Baths with a SuperValu shopping bag. Speculation quickly ran rampant upon the picture's release, with many wondering if he had purchased a big bag of cans for his day trip to the beach. The shop even went on to immortalise the iconic moment, having released a reusable shopping bag that had an outline of Damon printed on it.
BBC News
18-03-2025
- Entertainment
- BBC News
Jodie Comer 'thrilled' as one-woman show Prime Facie tour announced
Jodie Comer said she is "thrilled" to return to her home city with a one-woman show. The Liverpool-born actress and star of Killing Eve plays Tessa Prima Facie, which will embark on a UK and Ireland tour next Facie, written by Suzie Miller, tells the story a barrister who specialises in defending people accused of sexual play will ends its run at the Liverpool Playhouse in March 2026 after opening at the Richmond Theatre in London in January. "I'm so thrilled to have the opportunity to get the team back together and take the production to theatres around the country, including my hometown of Liverpool," Comer said."On a personal note, I can't think of a better finale to what has been such an incredible and deeply rewarding chapter in my life."Comer's barrister character Tessa begins questioning the legal system when she is date-raped and becomes the plaintiff in a trial by Olivier Award winning director Justin Martin the tour will open in London on 23 January before heading to Dublin, Edinburgh, Cardiff, York, Bath, Canterbury and Birmingham before closing in is best known for her film and TV credits, such as Killing Eve, The Last Duel, Help, Doctor Foster and Free Guy, and Prima Facie was only her only her second theatre role, after performing in The Price of Everything in go on sale next week. Listen to the best of BBC Radio Merseyside on Sounds and follow BBC Merseyside on Facebook, X, and Instagram. You can also send story ideas via Whatsapp to 0808 100 2230.
