Clint Eastwood is a master at making thoughtful, interesting movies, and "Gran Torino" is no exception. It sailed into first place at the box office this weekend, with "Bride Wars" placing second. Here’s the rundown from Box Office Mojo:
Gran Torino, $29.48M
Bride Wars, $21.05M
The Unborn, $19.81M
Marley & Me, $11.39M
The Curious Case of Benjamin Button, $9.21M
Bedtime Stories, $8.80M
Valkyrie, $6.61M
Yes Man, $6.03M
Not Easily Broken, $5.31M
Seven Pounds, $3.81M
Image: Tran Torino, Warner Bros., 2009

Here’s a look at what’s on tap from Sony Pictures for 2009. Some great films! 
I’m especially looking forward to "The Pink Panther 2," "The Ugly Truth," "Underworld: Rise of the Lycans," and "Angels & Demons." And I’m REALLY curious about "Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs," because that was one of my kids’ favorite books.
Which of these movies are YOU most looking forward to?  
"Not Easily Broken" – Jan. 9, 2009
"Paul Blart: Mall Cop" – Jan. 16, 2009
"Underworld: Rise of the Lycans" – Jan. 23, 2009
"The Pink Panther 2" – Feb. 6, 2009
"The International" – Feb. 13, 2009
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