Box Office: 'Venom' and 'A Star Is Born' Shatter Columbus Day Records | THR News

Box Office: 'Venom' and 'A Star Is Born' Shatter Columbus Day Records | THR News

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Venom achieved a record-breaking October box office debut with $80.3 million, surpassing previous records despite poor critical reviews. Its success was largely due to its appeal to a diverse audience. A Star is Born also performed well, marking Bradley Cooper's directorial debut and Lady Gaga's first lead role, with a $42.9 million opening. Both films set records for a Monday in October, aided by holidays in the US and Canada.

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What was the opening weekend box office gross for the film 'Venom'?

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Which film had the biggest debut ever for the month of October?

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What was the Rotten Tomatoes score for 'Venom'?

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What percentage of 'Venom' ticket buyers were Caucasian?

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What was the opening weekend gross for 'A Star is Born'?

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