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Film News: National Amusements to unload 29 theaters — Sumner Redstone’s National Amusements has closed a deal to sell 29 of its theaters and agreed to sell another half dozen sites to the upscale Rave chain for an undisclosed price.

Film News: Cameron pic takes in over $220 worldwide — James Cameron’s “Avatar” grossed $220 million to $230 million in its worldwide debut for 20th Century Fox, including a strong domestic launch of $73 million from 3,457 theaters, of which 2,023 were 3D runs.

Film News: Best opening day for a Fox film outside of summer — “Avatar” drew $27 million in its first day at the box office from 3,452 theaters.