Kingdom makes $4m, Madman hopes for 5

Animal Kingdom (Madman Entertainment) has crossed the $4m mark after six weeks. Theatrical distribution manager James Hewison told Encore he expects the film to reach $5m before completing its cinema run.

Claire McCarthy’s debut feature, The Waiting City (Hopscotch Films), earned $31,991 at the box office during its preview weekend – ahead of its full release on July 15.

The Horseman (Umbrella Entertainment) was the other new Australian entry. It received critical acclaim but the limited released debuted with $2,270 from three screens (average $756).

In terms of international new releases, the controversy over its PG rating didn’t stop The Karate Kid. The remake of the 1984 film, starring Will Smith’s son Jaden and superstar Jackie Chan opened in NSW, SA and WA, completing its national release and placing it at number 3.