blog #2

I read an article titled 'Madagascar' sequel No. 1 at box office from the associated press at cnn.com. It talked about the new movie Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa just released on Friday. It led the weekend with a $63.5 million debut ranking higher than Madagascar (the first movie) with a $47.2 million debut. This was a big start to Hollywood's holiday season. The movie's audience were from parents with children to even teenagers. Madagascar 2 is in second place premiering with $19.3 million behind the new comedy "Role Models". Another new release called "Soul Men" opened with $5.6 million. Bernie Mac is featured in this film, as well as the voice of Zuba in Madagascar. Now, Hollywood's domestic revenue for the year stands at $7.96 billion for the year, a fraction ahead of the pace in 2007.  The number of tickets sold tis year trails last years admission by 4 percent. Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa looks like a really good movie and I can't wait to see it this upcoming weekend!