I think people are shocked that this controversial movie got great reviews from the trades in town.

For the most part, the trades just review them as they see them.

It happens to be a good movie.

If it had been a bad movie, they would have said so.

I mean, one of the actor’s most controversial roles, saw the film win three Oscars.

Movie: Sound of Freedom

Actor: Jim Caviezel

Most controversial roles: Jesus Christ, Passion of the Christ

‘Sound of Freedom’ becomes top grossing July 4th movie, beating out Indiana Jones

Angel Studios’ “Sound of Freedom” took the top spot in sales July 4th, surpassing Disney’s widely panned “Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny.”

The action film starring Jim Caviezel is based on the true story of former federal agent Tim Ballard and his mission to save children from human trafficking. On its first day, the film took the number one spot at the box office, grossing over $14 million through “pay it forward” and direct box office sales.

The film has reportedly earned nearly all of its budget back on its opening day.

“Sound of Freedom” beat “Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny,” which played in nearly 2,000 more theaters and had a reported budget of $295 million. The franchise sequel took in $11 million and the second-place slot on July 4. – Source

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