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- Magnolia Dolittle Prologue. There once was a peculiar doctor known for his extraordinary ability. He could talk to animals. Doctor Dolittle's reputation spread far and wide. Even the Queen of England called on him. So grateful for his help she gifted him a wondrous sanctuary whose doors.
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The doctor leveraged this newfound skill to become the top veterinarian for many miles around, which became as much of a curse as a boon. For now, animals from far and wide came to stay at Dolittle’s tiny house, draining his resources beyond their straining point.
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Robert Downey Jr.’s first role after his final “Avengers” appearance is projected to lose roughly $100 million after a weak performance at the box office over the holiday weekend.
Downey Jr. stars in “Dolittle,” another adaptation of Hugh Lofting’s “Doctor Dolittle” novels. The film opened at No. 2 over the weekend behind Will Smith and Martin Lawrence’s “Bad Boys for Life,” which opened at $59 million in the U.S.
“Dolittle,” however, only scored a meager $30 million in the U.S. and about $50 million internationally, according to TheWrap. While that may not sound so bad, it’s CGI-heavy budget puts production in the $175 million range, meaning it could be on the hook for about $100 million.
Obviously it’s a less-than-ideal follow up for Downey Jr., 54, to the box office powerhouse that was “Avengers: Endgame.” Fortunately, there’s still some hope that “Dolittle” can at least break even. TheWrap notes that the film has yet to release in more than 20 markets, including potentially lucrative ones such as France, the U.K. and China.
This image released by Universal Pictures shows Chee-Chee, voiced by Rami Malek, left, and Dr. John Dolittle, portrayed by Robert Downey Jr. in a scene from 'Dolittle.' (Universal Pictures via AP)
In the past, movies like “Maleficent: Mistress of Evil” underperformed at the domestic box office only to find its audience overseas. Unfortunately, with a 19 percent score on Rotten Tomatoes, “Dolittle” has a rain cloud of poor critical reception hanging over it. As a result, it's just as possible that international audiences won't flock to the theater for the kid-friendly film either.
The movie marks the second major box office flop for Universal in recent months. December’s “Cats” underperformed as well. However, with an estimated budget of roughly $90-95 million, the musical’s estimated $70 million earnings make it a significantly less hearty financial blow to the studio.
Fortunately, Downey Jr. will have another chance at box office dominance as a third installment in his and Jude Law’s “Sherlock Holmes” franchise is currently in the works and scheduled for a 2021 release. Meanwhile, 'Dolittle' doesn't open in China until Feb. 21.
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Magnolia Dolittle Prologue
There once was a peculiar doctor known for his extraordinary ability. He could talk to animals. Doctor Dolittle's reputation spread far and wide. Even the Queen of England called on him. So grateful for his help she gifted him a wondrous sanctuary whose doors were opened to all creatures. His days belonged to the animals, but his heart belonged to one woman.
Lily, the Fearless Explorer.
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They traveled the globe going on great adventures. Defending creatures who could not defend themselves. They made an extraordinary team. Soon that team became a family.
It wasn't long before the inevitable occurred and the two lovebirds were wed. With Lily by his side Dolittle never felt more alive.
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Truly it's as if nothing in this life could make his existence any better.
Except for one little thing.
The birth of their daughter.
Magnolia Dolittle.
After Magnolia was born their world became complete. Such great joy and happiness she brought. A bouncing baby girl that never lost her smile, filled with mischief and bubbling laughter. Even for one so small Magnolia loved animals just as much as they did her. The entire extended family was very protective of their newest member and would do anything to protect her.
All was well.
Until one day when Lily left on an adventure all her own.
Tragedy struck this once happy family.
Lily died at sea.
Heartbroken he locked the gates of the manor and completely retreated from the world.
Himself left John Dolittle to alone to raise his and Lily's precious little girl. Isolated in the manor Dolittle taught her everything he knew including the budding languages of other animals as the years passed. Dolittle showed her nothing but love all the while he withdrew desperate and determined to keep the outside world away.
As for the animals whose lives he and Lily had saved they were all left to wonder could anyone save his?
Authors Note:
Glad each and every one of you had a Merry Christmas, my friends! Here is your belated present for the holiday! Glad you can enjoy it as I have writing it. And, let's not forget, have a Happy New Year!
September 11th has come and gone once again. I was very young when it happened. Don't know about all of you, but I certainly was really scared. One minute I was at elementary school in class and the next my parents are pulling me out, taking my little sister and I home. That's when we learned the truth. The Twin Towers we'd see all the time whenever we traveled outside the city limits on road trips would no longer be there. We were stunned when we'd seen them destroyed on TV. Those trips were never the same again just like the lives of millions. In honor for the people that fell that day and to those still struggling to survive from the aftermath I suggest a moment of respective silence. I think we all can use that.
Hope you all like this one! I certainly did while writing it for your vast enjoyment! ;D
I've been meaning to get this particular one up and running for a while after I first saw this new movie and only now I've managed to find time and inspiration for it. I'm very satisfied and happy about it.
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But be warned this movie only just came out and I can't actually guarantee when there will be updates because it's not exactly accessible. I promise that I will work very hard and get to it whenever I can. For those of you new to my works there are plenty of others to samply that you might be itnerested in.
Big time heads up! Article 13 is on the move again. Our freedom of speech is seriously on the line. Find a legitimate petition that is fighting this decision and sign onto it. Every signature counts to keep what we love alive.
I recently put up some other works I've put out at titled Secret Of Bristol Cove, Predators Redemption, A Revolutionary Romance, Fantine Tezla: Hot Wheels Acceleracers, Magic And the Brave Little Toaster 1, Lavinia: Princess Of Edelweiss, Rorschach's Legend, Watchmen Meets Avengers: The Newest Defender, The 8th Loser, Naomi Poldark: Mistress Of Nampara, Serenity: End Guardian To The Moors, Dido Cruger: Power Rangers SPD, and Nuala: The White Lioness. I highly recommend them. Draw poker jacks or better. ;D
By the way Rorschach's Legend, The Vinsmoke Bride, Mandalorian: The 2nd Foundling, Eira Byrnison, and Watchmen Meets Avengers: The Newest Defender are the newest additions to my profile. If you're a fan of the Golden Compass and Watchmen which are the new series on HBO then you will love these. Then if you haven't saw them yet then I recommend that you check it out. Since there are still just recently uploaded I really would enjoy hearing other peoples thoughts on the subject matter so far. So feel free to do so if you have the time.
I have other grand news! I was a patron at New York Comic Con! Ah! I'd been dying to go for years and now I had the opportunity. The Jokers from Impractical Jokers have been here along with Tom Hiddleston and so many others. Over those few days I actually got my picture taken with a couple of other actors/actresses and some really great panels. It really is so exciting there. This is an opportunity of a lifetime so there's no way in hell that I was going to waste a single second of it. No one ever should with something like this. Ever! ;D
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For future preferences I highly recommend that you all keep an eye out for when tickets for New York Comic Con are available for purchase again for next year. This is a huge event and you should jump on it whenever you have the chance.