[Box Office] SF 'Dune' Sequel Anticipation Boosts Return to No. 1

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[Asia Economy Reporter Lee Isul] The sci-fi blockbuster "Dune" has reclaimed the top spot at the box office.

According to the Korea Film Council's integrated ticketing system on the 28th, "Dune" attracted 47,353 viewers on the 27th, securing first place at the box office. Since its release on the 20th, it has recorded a cumulative audience of 488,188.

Directed by Denis Villeneuve, "Dune" depicts the epic journey of Paul, the legendary messiah born to ascend the cosmic throne amid a looming war over the life-sustaining resource called spice on the desert planet Arrakis. The film stars Timoth?e Chalamet, Rebecca Ferguson, and Oscar Isaac. Recently, Warner Bros. and the production company announced a sequel set for release in 2023, drawing significant attention.

In second place was "Venom 2: Let There Be Carnage," which drew 41,902 viewers. Released on the 13th, it has been seen by 1,752,763 people.

The animated film "Ron’s Gone Wrong," which premiered on the same day, attracted 17,205 viewers, entering the chart at third place, while director Leos Carax's new film "Annette" started off in fourth place.

The total number of moviegoers that day was counted at 142,348.

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