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Analyze This Dominates Box Office with $40 Million in 10 Days

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Analyze This, starring Robert De Niro and Billy Crystal, continued to lead the nation's box office with an estimated $15.7 million at 2,537 theaters during the Friday-Sunday period, according to studio sources. This performance marked a 17% drop from its opening weekend, bringing its total to $40 million in just 10 days. The film's success can be attributed to strong word-of-mouth recommendation and the absence of rival adult-oriented comedies in the market. Meanwhile, Sony's Cruel Intentions took the second spot with $7 million at 2,300 theaters, losing 46% of its opening weekend total.

Key Takeaways:

  • Analyze This dropped 17% from its opening weekend, maintaining its dominance at the box office.
  • The film has earned $40 million in its first 10 days, making it a commercial success.
  • Strong word-of-mouth recommendation contributed significantly to the film's success.
  • The absence of rival adult-oriented comedies in the market also contributed to the film's success.
  • Cruel Intentions took the second spot at the box office with $7 million at 2,300 theaters.
  • The teen drama lost 46% of its opening weekend total, indicating a slower-than-expected performance.
  • Other notable releases included The Rage: Carrie 2, The Corruptor, Baby Geniuses, The Deep End of the Ocean, Wing Commander, and The Other Sister.

Statistics:

  • Analyze This earned an estimated $15.7 million at 2,537 theaters during the Friday-Sunday period.
  • The film dropped 17% from its opening weekend, maintaining its commercial success.
  • Analyze This has earned $40 million in its first 10 days at the box office.
  • Cruel Intentions earned $7 million at 2,300 theaters during the same period.
  • The Rage: Carrie 2 opened with a moderate $6.8 million at 2,286 sites.
  • Baby Geniuses earned $5.7 million at 1,689 locations.
  • The Other Sister took in $3.9 million at 1,863 theaters during its third weekend.

Sources:

  • UPI (United Press International) - Copyright 1999 by United Press International. All rights reserved. - By DAVE McNARY
  • COMTEX (http://www.comtexnews.com)

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