Malta’s Top 3 Films Of 2022 Were Minions, Top Gun And Jurassic World Dominion

Jun 16 2023

According to recently-released data by the National Statistics Office (NSO), Malta’s top films of 2022 have left audiences thrilled and the cash registers ringing. With six cinemas and 23 screens in total, the box office receipts reached an impressive €3,385,111.

Leading the pack were the lovable ‘Minions: The Rise of Gru’, capturing 7.1% of total admissions, followed closely by ‘Top Gun: Maverick’ at 6.1%, and the thrilling ‘Jurassic World Dominion’ at 5.9%.

In addition to the global phenomenon that is the ‘Minions’ brand and the nostalgic-yet-fresh appeal of ‘Top Gun: Maverick’, ‘Jurassic World Dominion’ understandably found its place in Malta’s top 3, considering that the film was partly filmed on the island. Malta’s use as a backdrop for one of the largest film franchises in the world undoubtedly instilled a sense of pride in Maltese film-lovers, building towards the inevitable arrival of the next blockbuster franchise.

Maltese productions, particularly short films, drew 15,159 viewers, earning €85,478 in the process. The majority of films, 52.9% to be exact, fell within the 76 to 120-minute range, offering a balanced viewing experience.

The longest-running genre belonged to the ‘Live/Encore’ screenings, including opera, ballet, and theatre. With a successful lineup and diverse offerings, Malta’s cinema scene continues to shine.

What was your favourite film of 2022.

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Phil Foden spotted chilling in a hotel balcony ahead of Malta-England game

Jun 16 2023

Manchester City midfielder and England national team player Phil Foden has been spotted chilling in a hotel balcony ahead of England’s match against Malta later this evening.

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A candid snap taken by a passer-by below shows the 23-year-old admiring the Maltese views in front of him, most likely getting into the correct headspace for his national team’s match against Malta at this evening’s Euro 2024 qualifiers.

Foden, together with his son Ronnie, became viral sensations after taking to the streets of Manchester to celebrate City’s Champions League and treble victory, with clips of the two celebrating exploding on social media.

English National Team’s arrival did not come without its issues, with the team’s plane taking a wrong turn, causing it to get to get towed. The landing issue also forced a delay in a planned conference between the Three Lions and Maltese media.

Malta will take on England this evening at the Ta’ Qali National Stadium for a Euro 2024 qualifier, with anticipation among football fans continuing to build.

Are you attending tonight’s match?

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WATCH: England team’s plane takes wrong turn & gets towed upon arrival in Malta

Jun 16 2023

In what has been a rocky start to the England’s arrival in Malta, new footage shows the national team’s plane take a wrong turn upon its arrival on the island.

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Upon landing, technical assistance was required for the plane to get towed after it took a wrong turn on the airport’s runway, causing quite a stir on social media.

Delaying the players’ exit from the plane as it stood still in a dead end runway taxi way, the national team’s representatives remained on board for the moment, delaying a planned press conference with Maltese media.

The England National Team is set to take on Malta this evening at the Ta’ Qali National Stadium for a Euro 2024 qualifier as anticipation continues to build amongst local football fans for one of Malta’s biggest matches of the year.

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Seb regrets not trying harder for Nicola, Love Island Malta interview reveals

Jun 16 2023

Following his swift Love Island Malta exit, bombshell Seb got a chance to link up with Valentina Rossi for Rossi’s Juicy Scoop, revealing a number of considerably interesting stories.

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During the elimination interview Seb said that he felt upset and disappointed that his time at the villa was so short, explaining how there is no time to waste at the villa and you cannot stop having chats. Whilst initially setting his eyes on Gabby, Seb chose to go on a date with Nicola because Sven & Gabby were reportedly all over each other during the bombshell’s time at the villa.

Seb revealed that after his date with Nicola, he held back completely, explaining how hard it is for a bombshell to go in and want two of the strongest couples in the villa.

He also revealed that there may be couples who are playing the game rather than attempting to find love, going on to highlight that Andriy and Marie spoke about possibly being together before he was shut down by Marie – stating that Andriy may go for the next bombshell if one of his type had to come in.

What do you think of Seb’s time at the villa?

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