Renaissance: A Film by Beyoncé’ is leading the US box office, grossing 21.8 million USD in its first week of release (from December 1), according to media research company Comscore.

Comscore said that Beyoncé’s Renaissance: A Film by Beyoncé marked the first time a film surpassed the $20 million mark over a three-day weekend in early December, since The Last Samurai (2003) opened in theaters at the same time (film starring Tom Cruise).

Comscore senior media analyst Paul Dergarabedian said: “Historically, this has been a ‘dead zone’ for the box office. It’s like the weekend after a big holiday or the first weekend after a season.” Summer ends because there’s usually a lull period, so I think it’s great that movies have such high sales.”

Similar to the concert film Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour by Taylor Swift, Renaissance: A Film by Beyoncé gave fans of the diva the chance to don tasseled cowboy hats and enjoy the view in female singers’ concert tours, even if they can’t get tickets to these super hot shows. Clips on social media showed audiences around the world wearing silver, metallic glitter as they danced and sang along in packed cinemas.

Beyoncé on her Renaissance World Tour in London (UK)

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Live Nation reports that superstar Beyoncé’s 56-venue Renaissance World Tour has earned more than $579 million worldwide – a handsome haul, according to European economists.

Many critics praised the film for providing a behind-the-scenes look at the star’s first world tour since 2016, with its frequent costume changes, breathtaking choreography, visuals, and more. surreal” and Beyonce’s “platinum” voice.

Beyoncé is famous for the hit song Flawless, was a member of the group Destiny’s Child, and holds the record for winning the most Grammy Awards with 32 times.

In addition to concert scenes, the film offers a rare glimpse into how Beyoncé grappled with stardom and motherhood. She also spoke candidly about the challenges and joys of being a hugely successful black woman in the music industry.

Although the box office of Renaissance: A Film by Beyoncé did not match the opening weekend of Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour with $96 million, Paul Dergarabedian commented: “There are more downloads of Beyoncé’s music thanks to the crowds.” Fans go to the theater. Movie tickets are also much cheaper than concert tickets.”