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'Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga' Tops Box Office with $32M, Worst Memorial Day Opening in 30 Years

May 28, 2024, 05:30 PM

The latest installment in the Mad Max franchise, 'Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga,' narrowly claimed the top spot at the domestic box office over the Memorial Day weekend with $32 million in ticket sales, edging out 'The Garfield Movie,' which earned $31.1 million. Despite this, 'Furiosa' faced significant challenges, marking the worst Memorial Day opening in 30 years and contributing to the lowest overall box office performance for the holiday weekend since 1995. The film, starring Anya Taylor-Joy, Chris Hemsworth, and Elsa Pataky, was criticized for its high budget of $343 million and underwhelming performance compared to previous Mad Max films. Additionally, the film's reception was mixed, with some praising the performances and CGI, while others found it lacking in plot and coherence. IMAX screenings accounted for 17% of the global holiday weekend grosses. Directed by George Miller, the film's use of CGI and action sequences received both acclaim and criticism.