Christopher Nolan's 'Tenet' starring John David Washington and Robert Pattinson which became the first film to release in theatres during COVID-19 scare, has gone on to mint USD 53 million
The first film which released in theatres amidst COVID-19 scare, 'Tenet', has gone on to collect USD 53 million in five days since its release. The Christopher Nolan directorial opened to 41 markets, including most of Europe, South Korea and Canada.
Although many audiences were not expected to go to theatres because of the coronavirus scare, the results of the film has exceeded expectations of most. Warner Bros, who have produced the film, said in an official statement, "Given the unprecedented circumstances of this global release we know we're running a marathon, not a sprint, and look forward to long playability for this film globally for many weeks to come."
Noted film analytist Taran Adarsh shared the news writing, "IMPORTANT DEVELOPMENT... #Tenet - the first #Hollywood biggie to release in the pandemic era - triumphs at the international BO... Collects $ 53 million in 40 #Overseas markets... Opens in #USA, #China, #Russia this coming week... Positive sign for theatrical biz."
Here's his tweet:
Meanwhile, 'Tenet' has earned USD 5.08 million till date in Korea alone, confirms data from the Korean Film Council’s Kobis data system. The film reportedly worked better than any other Nolan film in nine countries, including Ukraine and Netherlands. While it became the largest opening yet in Saudi Arabia, 'Tenet' also accounted for 74 percent of ticket sales in UK (where Tom Cruise also saw the film).
The cinema halls are currently operating at 50 percent capacity tio maintain social distancing. They are also following other safety protocols like mandating mask wearing, and sanitizing cinemas before and after the movie.
The film which was supposed to release in US first, released all across before hitting the screens in 'Big Apple'. The producers had applied the strategy to see the response all across. 'Tenet' will release in US, China and Russian theatres this week.
'Tenet' features John David Washington, Elizabeth Debicki and Robert Pattinson in the lead roles. Veteran Bollywood actress Dimple Kapaia is also part of the movie. It is also going to release in India, but the makers are yet to confirm any release dates. Theatres continue to remain shut in India till August 31, 2020, till a new announcement related to lockdown is made.
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