Why did the Doraemon movie surpass the racing blockbuster "Fast X"?

Impressive opening weekend revenue

Officially released in Vietnam on May 26th, director Doyama Takumi's film "Doraemon: Nobita and the Ideal Land" has grossed over 42.4 billion VND as of the morning of June 2nd, according to Box Office Vietnam. The film is currently the second highest-grossing Doraemon film in Vietnam.

"Doraemon: Nobita and the Ideal Land in the Sky" was released in theaters on International Children's Day, June 1st, in Vietnam.

The film is also currently ranked second at the domestic box office, surpassing the performance of two Hollywood blockbusters, "Fast X" and "The Little Mermaid".

Of these, "Fast X" was released before "Doraemon: Nobita and the Ideal Land in the Sky" and is currently grossing over 80 billion VND. "The Little Mermaid," also released on May 26th, has only reached over 7.7 billion VND so far.

According to Variety, "The Little Mermaid" had a production budget of $250 million. Therefore, the film needs to continue attracting audiences worldwide to break even. Internationally, the film grossed $68.3 million from 51 markets.

"Fast X," with a budget of $340 million, needs to earn at least $850 million to start turning a profit.

Currently, cinemas like CGV and Lotte are scheduling the highest number of screenings for "Doraemon: Nobita and the Ideal Land in the Sky," with over 2,100 screenings in total.

What's new in "Doraemon: Nobita and the Ideal Land in the Sky"?

"Doraemon: Nobita and the Ideal Land in the Sky" is the 42nd film in the Doraemon animated film franchise.

The film tells the story of Doraemon, Nobita, and their close friends' adventure to Paradapia - an island shaped like a crescent moon in the sky.

The film's script and visuals were highly praised.

In this idyllic land where everyone is perfect, the group of friends meet Sonya, an all-powerful robotic cat.

However, their exploration didn't last long before Doraemon and Nobita began to notice strange things surrounding Paradapia. Together, the group fought against the villains, uncovering the mystery behind the perfect facade of the place.

The new film is written by the renowned screenwriter Kosawa Ryota, who has previously written popular works such as "Legal High," "The Last Shot in the Bar," and "The Confidence Man JP."

Notably, both director Doyama Takumi and screenwriter Kosawa Ryota are participating in a Doraemon film for the first time. They bring modern yet insightful perspectives, breathing new life into the familiar series.

Sharing his thoughts on this project, screenwriter Kosawa revealed: “When I received the offer to write the script for the film, I was so worried that I considered refusing. But then scenes from my childhood flooded back into my mind.”

Fujiko F Fujio is someone I greatly admire. Doraemon is a legacy left by an unparalleled genius, and there is no greater honor than being part of the team of many creators who have protected and carried on that legacy.

So, I decided to embark on my own adventure, striving to write for us of the past, and for the young people of today.”

The content and images are the highlight.

In its home country of Japan, the film premiered in March and received positive reactions from audiences. It scored 3.9/5.0 on Eiga.com and 4.1/5.0 on Yahoo Movies, placing it among the highest-rated installments in the entire series.

The film tells the story of Nobita and his friends' journey to find the ideal land.

Japanese audiences consider the 42nd installment of the Doraemon series to have one of the most compelling storylines, touching the hearts of not only children but also adults. The film's profound message about the beauty of each individual, as well as the tagline "Our identity will save the world, " deeply moved those who went to see it in theaters.

In this project, the team demonstrated meticulous investment in production by combining 2D and 3D graphics to build the story. This is a popular approach that has contributed to the success of many recent animated films, "The First Slam Dunk" (2022) being one example.

Every detail in the film is meticulously crafted, with vibrant drawings that bring the frames to life, creating a dreamlike world that surpasses the viewer's imagination.

Besides the visuals, the music is also noteworthy. The songs are used at the right times, contributing to the film's emotional impact.

Source: http://www.baogiaothong.vn/vi-sao-phim-ve-meo-may-doraemon-vuot-mat-bom-tan-dua-xe-fast-x-d592868.html