The final chapter of the Venom trilogy disappoints in its opening weekend in theaters
The long-awaited film Venom: The Last Dance arrived in theaters, but its debut left a lot to be desired. On the weekend of October 25th, the third chapter of the franchise Poisonhero Tom Hardyrelieved 51 million dollars in its first weekend, a number that fell below advance projections 65 million. Despite topping the box office both in the United States and globally, the numbers are a clear indication of an unfortunate outcome for the saga.
A hesitant start
With its opening in 4,131 cinemas, The last dance it has, however, managed to perform better outside the borders of the United States, raising a total of 175 million dollars around the world, of which 46 million They only come from China. Even so, its budget remained unchanged 120 millionraising doubts about the film’s long-term viability.
One factor that may have contributed to this low collection is the competition of sporting events, as the World Series among the New York Yankees and the Los Angeles Dodgers caught the public’s attention. However, both New York and Los Angeles stood out as top markets for ticket sales over the weekend.
Comparison with other superhero films
Although it did not meet expectations, Venom: The Last Dance surpassed another movie based on a comic book, Joker: Folie a Deuxthat he barely succeeded 37.6 million dollars on opening weekend in early October, only adding so far 58.3 million total in the United States. The film Joker was forced to be removed from theaters, having released on digital platforms only a month after its premiere.
Venom: The Last Dancedirected by Kelly Marcel and co-written by her and Hardy, remains in its cast Temple of Juno like the scientist Dr. Teddy Paine Already Chiwetel Ejiofor AS Commander Rex Strickland. The director has commented in interviews that the focus is on the relationship between Eddie Brock Yes Poison It was a conscious decision, highlighting how audience feedback influenced his narrative.
“(All) the characters from the previous films, except Ms. Chen by Peggy Lu, they didn’t fit this travel story,” Marcel said. “We listen to the fans. After each film, we review what they liked and what they didn’t like. And it was very clear that people really connected with the relationship between Venom and Eddie.”
A closure of the character according to the saga
Venom: The Last Dance not only closes a trilogy, but also deepens its development Eddie Brock characterperformed by Tom Hardy. This investigative journalist has become one of the most iconic antiheroes in the Marvel universe, thanks to his complex relationship with the symbiotic Venom. The duality between Eddie and Venom has been a recurring theme in the films, exploring how the protagonist’s internal struggles are intertwined with his thirst for justice.
The franchise Poison is based on the popular Marvel comic series, where the character debuted in 1988. Since then, his evolution has fascinated fans, becoming a symbol of rebellion and power. Compared to other heroes like Spider-Manwith whom it shares a historical connection, Venom represents an alternative vision of heroism, which has resonated deeply with audiences over the years.
Critical reception
The film garnered mixed reviews from audiences and critics. Currently, your score is active Rotten tomatoes show a 36% negative reviews from experts, while the public gives him a 79% approval. CinemaScore gave it a rating of B-as compared to B+ of previous deliveries. In IMDbthe rating is 6.2/10reflecting the skepticism surrounding this final installment.
Venom: The Last Dance is currently in theaters, and despite a rocky start, fans of the franchise can still enjoy the adventures of the iconic symbiotic. However, the question that remains in the air is whether this film will manage to capture the audience’s attention throughout its entire run or whether it will join the list of disappointing releases this year.