Legendary and Warner Bros.' Godzilla v Kong: The New Empire is set to dominate the box office this weekend with an expected $35 million or more in earnings. However, the competition is heating up with the release of two other highly anticipated films.
Monkey Man, directed by Dev Patel in his feature directorial debut, is generating buzz. The film, distributed by Universal Pictures at the recommendation of Jordan Peele, is a revenge-thriller set in India inspired by the legend of Hanuman and the John Wick series. Patel not only directs but also stars in the film as a young man seeking retribution for his mother's death. Monkey Man is projected to open in the $13-14 million range, appealing to younger male audiences.
