Box Office: 'Resident Evil: Afterlife' wins big!

With no real competition threatening to take over the top spot, new release "Resident Evil: Afterlife" easily jumped to No. 1 at the North American box office this weekend with $27.7 million in ticket sales.

It's a solid estimate for sure for the 3D sequel, which is already the fourth installment in the popular series. "Afterlife" scored an average of $8,646 per theater at 3,203 locations. The film stars Milla Jovovich.

Finishing second this weekend was "Takers," which grabbed another $6.1 million for a solid domestic total gross of $48.1 million. The film starring Idris Elba and Matt Dillon is budgeted at $32 million.

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'Resident Evil: Afterlife' kills at Friday box office

Paul W.S. Anderson's 3D sequel "Resident Evil: Afterlife" scored a strong debut at No. 1 Friday at the North American box office with a solid $10.9 million in ticket sales, according to studio estimates.

With no new competition fighting for the top spot, "Afterlife" easily won the race via an average of $3,403 per theater at 3,202 locations. The film based on the video game stars Milla Jovovich and Ali Larter.

Coming in second Friday was "The American," George Clooney's drama that bagged $1.79 million for a total haul of $24.2 million. "Takers" followed closely with $1.77 million for a cume of $43.7 million.

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Box Office: 'The American' triumphs with $13M

Anton Corbijn's drama "The American" topped the North American box office this weekend, proving lead actor George Clooney even manages to pull large audiences for a slow-moving film with a simple plot.

"The American" is not exactly your action-packed thriller, but it scored an average of $4,650 per theater at 2,83 locations, enough for first place this weekend. Heck, it even beat the utterly explosive "Machete."

"Machete" is definitely the more fast-paced flick of the two, but it only came in second with $11.4 million rom ticket sales at 2,670 locations. Not the worst result, but it could have been a tad better, for sure.

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'Machete' leads Friday box office!

Ladies and gentlemen, we're in for another tight race at the North American box office this weekend as "Machete" and "The American" face off for the cherished No. 1 spot. It's too close to call right now.

According to estimates, "Machete" came in first with $3.9 million Firday, although "The American" followed closely with $3.8 million. It will come down to the actuals to really determine what film won the race.

The one new release out of the race for the top spot is "Going the Distance," which only pulled $2.2 million, enough for fifth place. Strangely enough, it's the flick with the widest release this weekend.

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Movie Review: "Machete"

Seen on: August 27, 2010

The players: Directors: Ethan Maniquis, Robert Rodriguez, Writers: Robert Rodriguez, Álvaro Rodríguez, Cast: Danny Trejo, Cheech Marin, Jessica Alba

Facts of interest: Rodriguez wrote the script many years ago.

The plot: Machete is an ex-Federale who goes after some bad guys who screwed him over and messed with his family.

Our thoughts: It sure took long enough to happen, but now, Robert Rodriguez’s “Machete” is finally alive! The crazy action flick with Danny Trejo opens in theaters this weekend, and wow, what a freaking cool ride this is! Boasting insane, bloody battles, loud explosions and the most hilarious dialogue all over the place, “Machete” may just be one of the most thrilling and entertaining films of 2010.

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Exclusive 'Machete' Behind-the-Scenes Featurette

Robert Rogriguez's amazingly entertaining action flick "Machete" hits theaters this weekend, and here is our exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the film starring Danny Trejo, Steven Seagal and Jessica Alba.

Trejo plays the title character, a man who is orderd to kill a senator but ends up being double-crossed. Pissed about what went down, he gets back up to seek revenge against those who screwed him.

In the featurette below, Trejo chats about his character, while Rodriguez reveals how the project came together and what it's like to have a kick-ass cast work for you. Alba also introduces us to her character.

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Badass, bloody crazy 'Machete' TV spot debuts!

This may be one of the coolest TV spots ever. It's red band hardcore and incredibly bloody, giving you a good idea of what to expect in Robert Rodriguez's awesome new flick "Machete," in theaters this week.

Danny Trejo plays the title character, a man who is orderd to kill a senator but ends up being double-crossed. Pissed about what went down, he gets back up to seek revenge against those who screwed him.

Robert De Niro, Jessica Alba, Michelle Rodriquez, Cheech Marin, Don Johnson and Lindsay Lohan co-star. I can't publish my review yet, but let me tell you, this flick blew my mind. It's first-class big-screen fun!

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'Takers' wins box office race after all!

It was a race too close to call yesterday, but today's actuals show that "Takers" took the No. 1 spot at the North american box office this weekend after all. "The Last Exorcism" debuted in solid second place.

Essentially, "Takers" grabbed $20.5 million via an average of $9,298 per theater at 2,206 locations, while "The Last Exorcism" only bagged $20.3 million (average of $7,087 per theater at 2,874 sites).

It doesn't really matter what film took the crown, but what surprised me is that both low-budget flicks managed to pull quite an audience this late in the summer season. I can't but applaud both films.

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New 'Machete' clip with Michelle Rodriguez

Want some tacos? Ask Michelle Rodriguez, because she sells them in Robert Rodriguez's upcoming action flick "Machete," which arrives in theaters Sept. 3, 2010. Here is a brand-new clip from the movie.

Not much action here at all, but Jessica Alba and Michelle Rodriguez sure look good. That said, I do feel it's about time we get to see some explosions or machete action. Hey, we deserve it, right?

Danny Trejo plays the title character, a man who is orderd to kill a senator but ends up being double-crossed. Pissed about what went down, he gets back up to seek revenge against those who screwed him.

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Check out Lindsay Lohan in 'Machete' photo

How about Lindsay Lohan making an ugly face while dressed as a nun and holding a big gun? You got it in the movie still above. It's from Robert Rodriguez's upcoming movie "Machete," opening Sept. 3, 2010.

FilmTotaal.nl posted the pic, which shows Lohan as April. Danny Trejo stars as a man who is orderd to kill a senator but ends up being double-crossed. He then seeks revenge against those who screwed him.

Robert De Niro, Jessica Alba, Michelle Rodriquez, Cheech Marin and Don Johnson co-star. I don't think Lohan's role is that huge, but here's to hoping she'll deliver at least a halfway acceptable performance.