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however, where does Cars fall in this weekend? there are a few very big variables to pay attention too....
Cons
1. Cars opened to 60M in 2006. Along with all other Pixar films besides Toy Story 3, it failed to open higher than 71M. It's currently priced to make 79M.
2. Nascar could be argued that it is on the decline. It's not as popular a sport as it was 5-8 years ago. This shouldn't have a huge impact on the film, but it is worth noting.
Pros
1. It has sold more merchandise than any other Pixar film in history. The recognition and awareness of the franchise is loud.
2. It's a sequel to a proven franchise. Toy Story 3 was the right place at the right time, with plenty of nostalgia. Kids that saw 1 & 2 when they were 10-15 came back out and brought their kids with them for 3. Cars 2 could benefit a little from this, but not to near the levels Toy Story did. These are completely different films.
Last 10 Years of Pixar Box Office History... Jun 19, 07:29
however, where does Cars fall in this weekend? there are a few very big variables to pay attention too.... Jun 19, 07:40
This won't be their second biggest opening. Heard it may be the first truly bad Pixar movie. Jun 19, 07:37
Agree with lobogotti Jun 19, 09:43
Drew at Hitfix gave a pweasants mostly positive premiere review {nm} Jun 19, 08:12
Variety/HR are also very positive. We have ScreenDaily review but that requires subscription. Jun 19, 08:36
Beloved by whom? {nm} Jun 19, 07:46
little boys? Jun 19, 07:53
Does your 2-year-old earn enough money to take himself to see the movie? :) {nm} Jun 19, 07:57
but he does make sure that either mommy or daddy (or both) take him for it... {nm} Jun 19, 10:38
maybe you should wear your Cars hoodie around town and see what kind of reaction it gets {nm} Jun 19, 12:47
Corporate synergists? {nm} Jun 19, 08:16
A lot of people. It did well in the box office and is a pixar favorite among all the kids that I know personally. {nm} Jun 19, 10:57
A 70 to 110 prediction! Do you work for LA Times? ;) {nm} Jun 19, 09:48
Haha! You think I got a shot? I said I don't think 90 million is unreasonable but probably closer to 80. {nm} Jun 19, 10:57
good feedback, thanks {nm} Jun 19, 08:29
I trust you more than I do Drew at HitFix... annoyed they didn't have a Saturday screening here. {nm} Jun 19, 08:34
what the heck, here's a review (super mild spoilers inside)... Jun 19, 09:03
Shame that the two best have grossed the least. Love em all though personally. {nm} Jun 19, 09:15