The Valentine’s Day slasher film "Heart Eyes" debuted impressive box office earnings of $3.7 million on its opening day, topping the charts despite mixed reviews. Critics describe it as a romantic comedy that masquerades as a horror movie, which could reflect its unique niche appeal. It is projected to earn around $8.5 million over the Super Bowl weekend. In its shadow, other films like "Dog Man" and "Love Hurts" also saw notable earnings, with the latter being positioned as a breakup movie for Valentine’s Day viewers.
Heart Eyes, a Valentine's Day-themed slasher film, topped the box office on its opening day, significantly contributing to the genre's popularity this season.
The New York Times critiques Heart Eyes as a romantic comedy subversively styled as a horror film, indicating its unique positioning in cinema.
Despite the criticism, with projected earnings of $8.5 million over Super Bowl weekend, Heart Eyes demonstrates a strong draw for horror and Valentine's themes.
‘Love Hurts’ positions itself as a breakup movie, showcasing the shifting dynamics of romantic comedies, especially during Valentine's Day.
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