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PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) \u2014 It\u2019s survival of the fittest at the box office this weekend, and the Predator is back.<\/p>\n

\u201cPredator: Badlands\u201d takes the top spot<\/h2>\n

The iconic alien hunter returns in Predator: Badlands, marking the franchise\u2019s first theatrical release since 2018\u2019s The Predator. According to BoxOffice Pro, the film is projected to debut between $24\u201330 million. If it opens closer to $24 million, that would signal a softer start, but a $30 million launch would show fans are turning out strong for the sci-fi action series.<\/p>\n

\u201cRegretting You\u201d holds strong in its third frame<\/h2>\n

Coming in second is Regretting You, continuing its quiet but steady run. BoxOffice Pro estimates it will bring in $3\u20134 million in its third weekend. The romantic drama has held better than expected thanks to strong word of mouth and targeted appeal, though competition and a sluggish overall marketplace could limit its growth.<\/p>\n

Black Phone 2 takes third place<\/h2>\n

Rounding out the top three is The Black Phone 2. The horror sequel is projected to earn $3\u20134 million, slipping a bit faster than some expected, but still performing solidly for a late-October release. It continues to draw in fans of the first film, helping it stay afloat in a crowded fall box office.<\/p>\n

Jack\u2019s Review: Bugonia<\/h2>\n

This week, I checked out Focus Features\u2019 newest release, Bugonia, directed by Yorgos Lanthimos. The film is a darkly funny and suspenseful ride centered on a conspiracy theorist named Teddy, played by Jesse Plemons, who kidnaps a pharmaceutical CEO, played by Emma Stone, because he\u2019s convinced she\u2019s secretly an alien plotting to destroy Earth.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s just as bizarre as it sounds, and that\u2019s what makes it great. Emma Stone absolutely shines (yes, she really shaved her head for the role), but the real standout is Jesse Plemons. His performance as Teddy is one of the best of the year. It\u2019s hilarious, anxious, and unpredictable all at once.<\/p>\n

What makes Bugonia so engaging is how it constantly toys with your perception. One moment you\u2019re convinced she\u2019s an alien, the next, you\u2019re not so sure. It\u2019s a wild, clever ride from start to finish. I\u2019m giving it a 9 out of 10<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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