Variety reports that 300 dominated the international box office this weekend: The Spartans have conquered the world, as “300” completely dominated the international box office over the weekend, with $48 million from 5,000 playdates in 33 markets. War actioner easily killed off rivals everywhere, taking in double the combined grosses of the next four films — “Norbit,” “Music and Lyrics,” “Ghost Rider” and “Night at the Museum” — as it launched its assault in 20 new territories two weeks after its socko Stateside opening. The international coin for the Warner Bros. pic marks the best weekend perf by a movie abroad since “Casino Royale” took in $66 million overseas during the final frame of November; “300” has bagged $79 million offshore for a worldwide total topping $241 million. Visit the link above for more on this. Source: Variety |