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"This extraordinary weekend underscores the amazing partnership between Illumination and Nintendo, and the enduring strength of Mario and his pals. 'The Super Mario Galaxy Movie' feels bigger and more ambitious, with audiences clearly embracing this next evolution of their world. Also exciting to note that this is Chris Meledandri’s 16th movie in 16 years, a period of extraordinary success that continues again this summer with another event title."- Jim Orr, President of Domestic Theatrical Distribution for Universal Pictures Nintendo and Illumination's 'The Super Mario Galaxy Movie' is the No 1. movie in the world.