BEIJING, June 5 (Xinhuanet) -- Supported by
real-life romantic splits and hookups, Jennifer Aniston's new romantic
comedy "The Break-Up," co-starring real-life companion Vince Vaughn, made a
strong debut to take the top spot at the North American box office.
"The Break-Up" raked in 38.1 million dollar in ticket
sales during its first three days, taking over as the No. 1 weekend movie from
"X-Men: The Last Stand," which slipped to second place with 34.35 million
dollars, according to studio estimates Sunday.
"Break-up"
production photos (yahoo.com)
"The Break-Up," a 52 million dollar project, revolves
around a couple whose relationship is on the rocks, but choose to stay together
in their Chicago apartment.
The nation's female moviegoers begged to disagree, as
women comprised 67 percent of the audience, according to Universal. Exit polling
also indicated that most viewers went because of the humor -- a reflection of
how well Universal marketed the surprisingly dark movie.
Aniston divorced Brad Pitt in October, after 4 1/2 years
of marriage.
The 37-year-old actress said she found her own experience
beneficial to her role in the movie.
Aniston reportedly has been dating her co-star Vince
Vaughn. She described him as someone who is generous and thoughtful to work
with.
Elsewhere, the third "X-Men" movie has earned 175.7
million dollars after 10 days.
The animal cartoon "Over the Hedge" held steady at No. 3
with 20.6 million dollars in its third weekend.
Meanwhile, "The Da Vinci Code" fell two places to No. 4
with 19.3 million dollars, taking its total to 172.7 million.
"Mission: Impossible III," slipped one place to No. 5 in
North America with 4.7 million dollars.
Estimated ticket sales for Friday through Sunday at U.S.
and Canadian theaters, according to Exhibitor Relations Co. Inc.
1. "The Break-Up," 38.1 million dollars.
2. "X-Men: The Last Stand," 34.35 million dollars.
3. "Over the Hedge," 20.6 million dollars.
4. "The Da Vinci Code," 19.3 million dollars.
5. "Mission: Impossible III," 4.67 million dollars.
6. "Poseidon," 3.4 million dollars.
7. "RV," 3.3 million dollars.
8. "See No Evil," 2 million dollars.
9. "An Inconvenient Truth," 1.33 million dollars.
10. "Just My Luck," 825,000 dollars. Enditem
(Agencies)
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