The Chinese government is ordering the removal of all 2D versions of the global box office smash, ahead of the nation’s biggest holiday, Lunar New Year. The 3D edition will remain in theaters, but the regular version is being pulled to avoid domestic competition.
A biopic about Chinese philosopher Confucius is due out in the country this week, increasing calls for Avatar’s demise.
China is known for their stringent practices regarding international films. The country only allows 20 foreign films in their cinemas a year, a law that director James Cameron tried to take down during his press junket visit there.
Avatar is currently the second most successful film in global box-office history, and is on track to beat Titanic, James Cameron’s other creation, to the top spot. This past weekend, the film won Best Picture and Best Director at the 2010 Golden Globe Awards.
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