March 19th, 2002

Hot as "Ice"

A continuing trend at the box office, it seems 2-D animated films can flop but the age of computer animation is strong. The latest CGI flick, Ice Age grossed a tremendous 46.3 million in its opening weekend. A lot of kids and postive reviews don't hurt, either. In second place was Resident Evil. Based on the popular videogame series (which I do happen to enjoy), it opened with a strong 17.7. The new action comedy, Showtime got a decent start at third with 15 million, while fourth and fifth place belonged to The Time Machine with 10.7 and We Were Soldiers with 8.4.

All About The Benjamins grossed in another 4.9 while 40 Days and 40 Nights made 4.3 million more. John Q. took in another 3.6, A Beautiful Mind another 3.3 and in last place, Return To Never Land with 2.2.

Enjoy the Oscars, everyone!

-Zach B.