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“Civil War” with Kirsten Dunst is now the most watched film, surpassing the biopic “Black to Black” about singer Amy Winehouse.
Now is the time to look at the weekly rankings available on the official website of the Instituto do Cinema e do Audiovisual (ICA) to understand which films most pleased the Portuguese public between the 4th and 10th of April and how this changed the Top of the most viewed.
This week, only two new releases achieved direct entry into this disputed Top 10, leaving behind the films: Sleeping Dogs (11th), by Adam Cooper and The Evil Genius: The Beginning (14th), by Arkasha Stevenson
In a week marked by yet another weak turnout at cinemas in general, “Back to Black” lost its strength and ended up being dethroned from the top spot after a week on the throne. The throne now belongs to “Civil War”, the controversial film starring Kirsten Dunst, which won 20,796 spectatorsa result still below what we have seen in recent weeks.
With changes in position and a new leader, these were the most watched films in Portugal this week:
10. CABRINI, BY ALEJANDRO GÓMEZ MONTEVERDE
Synopsis: The epic of Francesca Cabrini, an Italian immigrant who arrives in New York, in 1889, in a scenario of illness, crime and poverty. Cabrini sets out on a mission to convince the hostile mayor to guarantee housing and healthcare for society’s most vulnerable. With poor English and poor health, Cabrini uses his entrepreneurial mind to build an empire of hope like the world has never seen. In 34 years, Francesca Cabrini managed to build 67 hospitals, orphanages and schools.
Cast: Cristiana Dell’Anna, John Lithgow, David Morse
Number of spectators: 2,869
9. THE THREE MUSKETEERS: MILADY, BY MARTIN BOURBOULON
Synopsis: Constance is kidnapped before D’Artagnan’s eyes. In a frantic search to save her, the young musketeer is forced to join forces with the mysterious Milady de Winter. When war is declared and Athos, Porthos and Aramis have joined the front, a terrible secret from the past destroys all old alliances. As the King comes increasingly under the control of Cardinal Richelieu, D’Artagnan and the Musketeers are the last bastion before chaos. However, involved in a conspiracy that threatens to put the country under fire, destiny subjects them to a terrible choice: will they have to sacrifice those they love to fulfill their mission? Second of a two-part film adaptation of Alexandre Dumas’s novel.
Cast: Eva Green, Louis Garrel, Vicky Krieps
Number of spectators: 3,248 / 8,128 (Total)
8. IMMACULATE, BY MICHAEL MOHAN
Synopsis: The devout Cecília is invited to a rewarding position in an illustrious Italian convent. The warm welcome to the Italian countryside is quickly cut short when it becomes clear to Cecilia that her new home harbors dark and terrible secrets.
Cast: Sydney Sweeney, Álvaro Morte, Simona Tabasco
Number of spectators: 3,684 / 39,766 (Total)
7. A SINGULAR LIFE, BY JAMES HAWES
Synopsis: Based on the true story of Sir Nicholas Winton, known as “Nicky”, a young London stockbroker played, who, with Trevor Chadwick and Doreen Warriner of the British Committee for Refugees in Czechoslovakia, rescued 669 children from the Nazis in the months that preceded the Second World War, an operation that became known as the Kindertransport.
Cast: Anthony Hopkins, Johnny Flynn, Lena Olin, Helena Bonham Carter
Number of spectators: 3,896 / 42,730 (Total)
6. REVOLUTION (WITHOUT) BLOOD, BY RUI PEDRO SOUSA
Synopsis: Based on real events, “Revolucion (Without) Blood” follows the lives, dreams and concerns of four young people in the last days of the dictatorial regime. A military coup d’état overthrew the Government and the population was advised to stay at home. However, the desire for freedom led them, along with the crowd, to the streets. With different origins and motivations, April 25, 1974 brought them a common destiny. The day that changed the course of the country also dictated the early end of their lives. This is the story of their lives, a story where we can all revisit each other’s memories a little and confirm that there is a common root in the different generations.
Cast: Diogo Fernandes, Manuel Nabais, Lucas Dutra
Number of spectators: 5,490 / 11,729 (Total)
5. DUNE – DUNE: PART TWO, BY DENIS VILLENEUVE
Synopsis: “Dune: Part 2” continues the mythical journey of Paul Atreides, who joins Chani and the Fremen during a revenge coup against the conspirators who destroyed his family. Faced with a choice between the love of his life and the fate of the universe, he will fight to avoid a terrible future that only he can predict.
Cast: Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya, Rebecca Ferguson, Javier Bardem
Number of spectators: 5,868 / 307,233 (Total)
4. GODZILLA X KONG: THE NEW EMPIRE BY ADAM WINGARD
Synopsis: After “Kong: Skull Island” (2017) and “Godzilla vs. Kong” (2021), the powerful Kong and the fearsome Godzilla are placed before a colossal threat. Something hidden in our world that threatens the existence of all species, as well as delving deep into the mysteries of Skull Island and beyond. Going into the heart of the origins of the Hollow Earth, the film also addresses the battle of the Titans that united humanity and monsters forever.
Cast: Rebecca Hall, Kaylee Hottle, Brian Tyree Henry, Dan Stevens
Number of spectators: 8,763 / 102,428 (Total)
3. PANDA FROM KUNG FU 4, BY MIKE MITCHELL
Synopsis: After three death-defying adventures, defeating world-class villains with his unmatched courage and mad martial arts skills, Po the Dragon Warrior is summoned by fate to… get some rest. More specifically, he is chosen to become the Spiritual Leader of the Valley of Peace. This raises some obvious problems. First, Po knows as much about spiritual leadership as he does about the paleo diet, and second, he needs to quickly find and train a new Dragon Warrior before assuming his new high position. Worse still, there was a recent glimpse of an evil and powerful sorceress, The Chameleon, a small lizard who can shapeshift into any creature, large or small.
Cast: Jack Black, Awkwafina, Viola Davis, Ke Huy Quan
Number of spectators: 11,291 /259,210 (Total)
2. BACK TO BLACK, BY SAM-TAYLOR JOHNSON
Synopsis: A celebration of the most iconic – and much missed – star of the 21st century, “Back To Black” tells the extraordinary story of Amy Winehouse. Painting a vivid, vibrant picture of the streets of Camden (which she called home) and capturing the struggles of global fame, “Back to Black” pays homage to Amy’s artistry, intelligence and honesty, as well as trying to understand her demons. An unparalleled look at the modern celebrity machine and a powerful tribute to Amy Winehouse, a once-in-a-generation talent.
Cast: Marisa Abela, Lesley Manville, Jack O’Connell
Number of spectators: 14,032 /28,658 (Total)
CIVIL WAR, BY ALEX GARLAND
Synopsis: In the near future, a nation in conflict, devastated by a civil war that took the entire nation by surprise, is the stage for an electrifying journey that crosses the United States. In this chaotic and unpredictable scenario, a fearless group of journalists embarks on a daring journey, exploring a futuristic America on the brink of the abyss. Kirsten Dunst leads this provocative film by Alex Garland.
Cast: Kirsten Dunst, Jesse Plemons, Cailee Spaeny, Wagner Moura
Number of spectators: 20,796
And you, have you ever been to the cinemas to see “Civil War” with Kirsten Dunst?
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