"Gran Turismo: From Box Office Success to Teenage Inspiration"
TL;DR
Sony's film adaptation of the popular video game "Gran Turismo" earned $1.4 million in Thursday previews, with a potential to reach the number one spot at the box office this weekend, projected to make $12-15 million. Sony decided to move the wide opening of the film from August 11 to August 25 to avoid competition and generate word of mouth due to the SAG-AFTRA strike. Rival distributors have criticized Sony for including the preview earnings in the weekend's gross, but it is a common practice in the industry. The film has received mixed reviews from critics but positive feedback from audiences.
- ‘Gran Turismo’ Revs To $1.4M In Thursday Previews – Box Office Deadline
- Before Gran Turismo Inspired a Movie, It Drove a Teenager to Greatness The New York Times
- 'Gran Turismo' review: Neill Blomkamp sucks the fun out of racing Mashable
- Box Office: ‘Gran Turismo’ Revs Up $1.4 Million in Previews Variety
- Gran Turismo Movie Review: Neill Blomkamp's racing film is very immersive and gives an instant adrenaline rush PINKVILLA
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