While everyone is talking about A Minecraft Movie, another new film has quietly made a strong impact at the box office. The Amateur, a new spy thriller starring Rami Malek, is making headlines in North America with its impressive opening-day earnings. Released by 20th Century Studios, the movie has become a major win for the studio in the post-pandemic era.
Directed by James Hawes, The Amateur is based on the novel of the same name written by Robert Littell. The action-packed film stars Oscar-winner Rami Malek in the lead role. The cast also includes popular names like Rachel Brosnahan, Caitríona Balfe, Michael Stuhlbarg, Holt McCallany, Julianne Nicholson, and Laurence Fishburne.
The Amateur was released in the United States on Friday, April 11. It has received a mix of reviews from critics and viewers. On Rotten Tomatoes, critics gave it a score of 61%, praising Malek’s performance but noting the film’s familiar storyline. One critic wrote, “Rami Malek is a compellingly unconventional action hero in the otherwise formulaic The Amateur, which dispenses justice with solid execution but a curious lack of emotional stakes.” However, audiences have enjoyed the movie more than critics, giving it a strong 89% rating.
According to a report by Luiz Fernando, The Amateur made $6 million on its opening day, including $2 million from Thursday night previews. This is a big achievement for 20th Century Studios, as it marks their highest Friday opening since the COVID-19 pandemic began. The film received a B+ CinemaScore, which indicates that audiences generally liked it. Over the weekend, it is expected to earn between $15 million and $18 million in North America alone.
On its first day, The Amateur ranked #3 on the domestic box office chart, and it is expected to stay in that position throughout the weekend. This shows strong competition, but also confirms that the movie is performing well despite other major releases.
The story of The Amateur follows Charlie Heller, played by Rami Malek. Heller is a skilled but introverted CIA codebreaker whose life takes a dark turn when his wife is killed in a terrorist attack in London. Fueled by grief and anger, he decides to take matters into his own hands. Going rogue, he uses his intelligence skills to hunt down those responsible for the attack, leading to a global mission full of danger and suspense.
With a gripping story, an award-winning cast, and solid box office numbers, The Amateur is off to a strong start. As fans continue to show support, the film could become one of the surprise hits of the season.
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