Nothing could sink the submarine thriller "U-571," which remained atop the box office chart for the second straight weekend. "The Flintstones in Viva Rock Vegas" overcame embarrassing reviews and finished at No. 2. Still, next weekend make way for "Gladiator." It is expected to topple all comers. This past weekend's estimates:
1. "U-571," $12.3 million.
2. "The Flintstones in Viva Rock Vegas," $10.8 million.
3. "Frequency," $9.1 million.
4. "Where the Heart Is," $8.3 million.
5. "Love and Basketball," $5.5 million.
6. "Rules of Engagement," $4.8 million.
7. "Keeping the Faith," $4.6 million.
8. "28 Days," $4 million.
9. "Erin Brockovich," $3.8 million.
10. "Final Destination," $2.5 million.
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