Summer Movie Scene Strong

HOLLYWOOD – ENTERTAINMENT – The box office chart has spoken loud and clear. “Dawn of the Planet of the Apes” holds tight at number one at the Box Office. The movie, playing at Silver City in Thunder Bay is gaining rave reviews from local movie-goers. With the heat forecast for the next few days, a few hours enjoying the movie, and the Air-Conditioned Theatre might be a great way to unwind.

Dawn of the Planet of the Apes has been winning with an aggressive battle for dominance and totaled $36 million in domestic ticket sales over the weekend.

Leading the pack is Caesar, played by Andy Serkis — An ape who will captivate sci-fi fans in this anticipated sequel.

This dark horror flick lit up movie theaters over the weekend, placing second with $28.4 million in ticket sales.

“The Purge: Anarchy” is a sequel to 2013’s hit film, and spins the tale of a couple whose car breaks down. But as Murphy’s Law has it, their bad luck starts at the beginning of a 12-hour period when crime is legal.

Coming up behind them is Walt Disney’s “Planes: Fire and Rescue,” placing third at the box office. This 3D animation proves to be a wild ride. The heat is on as friendly planes put their lives at risk to battle the blaze.

The summer movie season is upon us, and there are lots of great choices.