Universal’s tuneful sequel “Pitch Perfect 2″ is far surpassing expectations with a projected $64million weekend, putting more than $20 million ahead of “Mad Max: Fury Road,” which should end up at around $41 million.
“Pitch Perfect 2″ is another strong vote for the power of women at box office, following Universal’s success earlier this year with “Fifty Shades of Grey.” Earlier this week, box office observers were estimating an opening just over $40 million.Anna Kendrick and Rebel Wilson star in “Pitch Perfect 2,” a follow-up to the surprise 2012 hit that grossed $115 million worldwide. Elizabeth Banks, who also co-stars, makes her directing debut on the sequel, which was budgeted at a frugal $29 million.It’s playing at 3,427 locations.
“Pitch Perfect 2″ is also performing far better than the first one at the international box office. In Germany,the sequel opened at No. 1, 271% above “Pitch Perfect,” while in Australia it beat native son “Mad Max” on Friday after opening the
week before. It has yet to roll out in 30 additional territories.
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