"Bob Marley: One Love" Leads Box Office with Record-Breaking Debut
- Staff Consortium
- February 19, 2024
This weekend the box office was dominated by "Bob Marley: One Love," a biopic celebrating the life and legacy of the iconic reggae musician Bob Marley. The film outperformed its competitors, notably "Madame Web," a Marvel movie that has received critical panning. "Bob Marley: One Love" garnered impressive sales, pulling in $12 million on Valentine’s Day alone, marking it as the strongest Valentine’s Day midweek release since "The Vow" in 2012. Over six days, the film is projected to make $30 million, significantly overshadowing "Madame Web's" $20 million projection. The movie resonated with audiences, showcasing Marley's journey of overcoming adversity and his revolutionary music that has inspired generations. Despite some critics finding the film uneven, the performances were praised, and it was noted as a significant introduction for younger audiences to Marley's work. Conversely, "Madame Web" suffered from a variety of issues, including negative reviews and lackluster audience en...