Key Takeaways:
* The animation genre is making a remarkable comeback, with films like ‘Inside Out 2' of Disney fetching over $720 million.
* ‘Puss in Boots: The Last Wish' was the highest-earning DreamWorks film since the pandemic, grossing over $485 million.
* Eddie Murphy announces the development of another Shrek spin-off, centred around the character ‘Donkey'.
Animated Films Marching to New Heights
If you thought today's movie era was dull and uninspiring, think again! Animated Movies have made an outstanding comeback, which is surely a breath of fresh air. Let's delve into how these films are stirring up a revolution, defying theatres' fatigue and enticing audiences worldwide.
Disney's Splendid Comeback with ‘Inside Out 2'
One movie that has beautifully defied all odds is the hugely awaited sequel to ‘Inside Out', released by Disney. The sequel has earned lots of love and appreciation from the audience, making a striking earning of $720 million. The sequel abstractly dealt with a new emotion, Anxiety, which resonated with many viewers.
This success, making it the highest-grossing film of the year, has come as a surprise, especially given it achieved this feat in just a few weeks. It has surpassed big names such as ‘Dune: Part Two' and ‘Godzilla x Kong: New Empire'.
‘The Last Wish' Fuels Hopes for Shrek Spin-off
Another animated movie that made a significant impact was the ‘Puss in Boots: The Last Wish'. The film not only amassed massive critical acclaim but also earned a whopping $485 million globally. This colossal success has seemingly encouraged DreamWorks to consider another engaging Shrek spin-off.
Stacking up against its production budget of just $90-110 million, ‘Puss in Boots: The Last Wish' clearly was one of the best performing films of 2022. It's quite evident that DreamWorks hit the jackpot with this animated creation.
Eddie Murphy Gears Up for Shrek's Spin-off
The success of animated films like ‘Inside Out 2' and ‘Puss in Boots: The Last Wish' has rekindled new energy in the film fraternity. Veteran actor Eddie Murphy recently thrilled fans by announcing a spin-off revolving around the beloved character ‘Donkey' from the Shrek series.
15 years since the last Shrek installment, the fans can hardly contain their excitement to see their favourite characters back on screen. Along with ‘Shrek 5', the possibility of a standalone ‘Donkey' movie has undoubtedly stirred a sense of anticipation among the audience.
Embracing Animated Movies: The New Trend
The success of ‘Puss in Boots: The Last Wish' surely got the wheels in Eddie Murphy's brain turning. With animated movies earning such popularity and revenue, it looks like a promising trend for others to follow suit. The Beverley Hills Cop actor seems to seize this opportunity.
In conclusion, animated movies are incredibly setting the silver screen on fire. Be it Disney's ‘Inside Out 2′ or DreamWorks' ‘Puss in Boots: The Last Wish', these films have redefined entertainment during these challenging times. With another Shrek spin-off on the cards, fans have every reason to look forward to more fun and enjoyment. Let's wait and watch what more the animation genre has to offer.
