Martin Scorsese’s latest film, Killers of the Flower Moon, opened to a strong $23 million domestically this weekend. That’s the third-best domestic opening of Scorsese’s career, behind only The Departed and Shutter Island.
Scorsese’s New Movie Opens Big, Despite Long Runtime
The film stars Leonardo DiCaprio and Robert De Niro as two FBI agents investigating a series of murders in Osage County, Oklahoma, in the 1920s. It’s based on the book of the same name by David Grann, which tells the story of how the Osage people were systematically killed after oil was discovered on their land.
Killers of the Flower Moon is a big-budget film with a star-studded cast, so it’s no surprise that it opened strong at the box office. However, it’s also worth noting that the film has received positive reviews from critics, with many praising Scorsese’s direction and the performances of DiCaprio and De Niro.
So, if you’re a fan of Scorsese, DiCaprio, or De Niro, or if you’re just interested in seeing a well-made historical drama, then you should definitely check out Killers of the Flower Moon.
Here’s a more casual take on the same topic:
Scorsese’s New Movie Opens Big at the Box Office
Martin Scorsese’s new movie, Killers of the Flower Moon, opened to a strong $23 million domestically this weekend. That’s pretty good for a Scorsese movie, especially considering that it’s a long and serious historical drama.
The movie stars Leonardo DiCaprio and Robert De Niro as two FBI agents investigating a series of murders in Osage County, Oklahoma, in the 1920s. It’s based on a true story, and it sounds like it’s a pretty good movie.
If you’re a fan of Scorsese, DiCaprio, or De Niro, then you should definitely check out Killers of the Flower Moon. It’s also a good choice for people who like historical dramas or crime movies.
I’m looking forward to seeing it myself!
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