Video Game Films By Numbers

There is a natural synergy between the escapism experienced in both video games and film at the cinema . That probably explains the influx of video game to film conversions over the last few years.

There is a natural synergy between the escapism experienced in both video games and film at the cinema . That probably explains the influx of video game to film conversions over the last few years.
Fighting its way to the top spot in its opening weekend was The Expendables which grossed an impressive £3.9m (including previews) in the UK. This marks the biggest opening result ever for both Jason Statham and Sylvester Stallone, beating Rocky Balboa’s £3.6m opening. The Expendables has also beaten recent action-flick The A-Team which grossed £3.6m [...]
Lingerie brand Bravissimo and car manufacturer Peugeot advertised against Warner Bros romantic comedy Valentine’s Day as it delivered 761,713 cinema impacts in its first weekend. Valentine’s Day took £3.7m this weekend as cinemagoers celebrated the annual love fest of Valentine’s Day, according to figures from Digital Cinema Media, with Bravissimo taking the opportunity to launch [...]