Fox is showing this one early, and opening tonight’s showings up to fandom (and not just critics) nationwide.

They have high hopes for this Robert Rodriguez directed/James Cameron-produced adaptation of the Japanese graphic novel/manga series “Gunnm.”

Of course, they had high hopes for “The Kid Who Would be King,” too. A good movie, well-reviewed, screened early for critics, and “kids” didn’t turn out for “The Kid.”

“Alita” opens Valentine’s Day.