Box Office Episode 10 with Hamed: The Latest Films and Series
New Box Office Champion: Predator Badlands
In recent weeks, American cinemas have been hosting the sixth installment of the famous and long-running Predator Badlands franchise. This new film takes a different approach from previous entries, featuring a young father as the main hero on a dangerous and breath-stealing mission. This fresh perspective has led to strong box office reception. The first film in the series, starring Arnold Schwarzenegger, premiered in 1987, and its success encouraged multiple sequels. The franchise now includes four main films and two less successful crossovers. With the addition of star Elle Fanning and an impressive $53 million opening weekend in the U.S., Predator Badlands has become one of the most significant titles in the box office this season.
Bogonia: Bald-Only Screening and a Korean Remake
Another film creating buzz across festivals and social media is Bogonia, the latest work by Greek visionary filmmaker Yorgos Lanthimos. Its strange promotional campaign allowed only bald people to attend the first screening sparking huge attention. The story follows the kidnapping of a female CEO by two men who accuse her of having extraterrestrial intentions and planning humanity’s destruction. The title “Bogonia” is derived from an ancient Greco-Roman myth that claimed bees could be born from a decaying bull’s carcass an image deeply tied to the film’s theme. Inspired by the Korean movie Save the Green Planet! (2003), Lanthimos cast familiar duo Emma Stone and Jess Plemons. Despite modest earnings (~$14 million in three weeks), the film has become a darling among art-house cinema fans and a real Oscar contender.
Die My Love: Rural Psychology starring Jennifer Lawrence
The third top-grossing film in American cinemas this week is Die My Love, a psychological drama directed by Lynne Ramsay and starring Jennifer Lawrence and Robert Pattinson. The story follows Grace, a young mother struggling with postpartum depression, who retreats with her husband to a remote village for peace only to descend further into emotional turmoil. The film grossed $2.5 million in its opening week, and its inclusion among the top ten highlights the growing audience for bold, thought-provoking cinema.
Series Exploring the Subconscious The Danish Style
This episode also highlights notable TV series. One Adult Swim production, now in its second season, experiments with the idea of granting viewers access to their subconscious. Each 11-minute stop-motion episode offers surreal reflections on life, death, and nature through fantastical imagery.
A Danish series introduces Iranian characters Afshin Pirouzi, Arian Kashef, and Soheil Bavi, who infiltrate a drug cartel. The show drew major attention in Iran thanks to its use of Dariush’s song “Cheshme Man” during a funeral scene in episode four, available on Netflix. And of course, audiences eagerly await the final season of the beloved series Stranger Things.
Japanese Romance to Classic Shorts
In the “Everlasting Works” section, The Twilight Samurai takes center stage—a poetic Japanese love story about a samurai who fights for his long-lost beloved. It was nominated for Best Foreign Language Film at the 2004 Oscars. Fans of Japanese culture shouldn’t miss it.
The documentary Pure Poison portrays how a small dispute between two neighbors escalates into a deadly tragedy, revealing harsh realities and legal complexities in America. Much of it is captured through police cameras. Finally, the short film A Trip to the Moon, created over 120 years ago by Georges Méliès, stands as one of cinema’s first visual wonders and special effects landmarks—its creator’s life even inspired Martin Scorsese’s Hugo.
Poster and Special Recommendation: Jodorowsky’s The Holy Mountain
The episode’s poster segment showcases another classic: The Holy Mountain by Alejandro Jodorowsky. Known for his philosophical and symbolic approach to cinema, Jodorowsky’s surreal works open new worlds of interpretation. This recommendation is especially for open-minded and curious viewers those ready to explore the mysterious and metaphysical. Sensitive or rigid audiences, however, are advised to proceed with caution.
Final Segment
At the end of Episode 10 of Box Office, Hamed warmly invites viewers to share thoughts and discuss the latest films and cinematic trends. The focus on experiencing, analyzing, and talking about box office and television content continues to enrich the community on
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