“Elizabeth: The Golden Age” is the prestige product opening in theaters this weekend. But mixed advanced reviews (including from us) might hurt this sweeping historical melodrama. It doesn’t have the mass appeal of a mainstream blockbuster and Cate Blanchett can only go so far in packing people into theaters.


“We Own The Night” should do reasonably well this weekend on the strength of Mark Wahlberg, Joaquin Phoenix and the sexy Eva Mendes. But its gritty, noirish quality will limit its audience.

But the film that should maximize on its costs will be “Why Did I Get Married?” Written and directed by Tyler Perry. He’s a proven box office draw, and even though this film was not screened for critics, the buzz on it is good. Supposedly it’s less broad than his previous ‘Medea’ efforts and has something to say about relationships. (At this time, I have not seen it). As far as per-screen intake, I can’t imagine any other film making as much money.