MANILA, Philippines- The film “Godzilla†was given a “monstrous†welcome here in the Philippines.
According to Francis Soliven, General Manager of Warner Bros. Philippines, the film grossed P90.4 million in four days - from the opening day of May 15 to May 18.
The gross helps “Godzilla†to become the company's biggest opening film of the year, taking over the position of “300: Rise of an Empire†and “The Lego Movie†in March, and February, respectively.
The film also performed well in other countries. In the US it earned $93.2 million, making it the largest-ever May opening for Warner, and $103 million from 64 international territories.
The film depicts human courage and reconciliation, with the help of the creature named Godzilla.
The film stars Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Ken Watanabe, Elizabeth Olsen, Juliette Binoche, Sally Hawkins, David Strathairn, and Bryan Cranston.
“Godzilla†is directed by Gareth Edwards and still showing in Philippine cinemas nationwide.