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Conversely, even anticipated big projects like The Rock's Smashing Machine failed to create buzz or impact. The horror genre, which often offers reliable box office hits, also disappointing; Good Boy managed a modest $6.5 million, while Black Phone 2 was the only notable success, grossing about $70 million domestically—a far cry from blockbuster status. Ironically, the most promising film that could have revitalized the year, Frankenstein, was limited in theatrical release by Netflix and consequently had minimal cultural impact.