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  "headline": "Domestic Box Office For Q2 1983 - Box Office Mojo",
  "summary": "Box Office Mojo has published a detailed report on the domestic box office performance for the second quarter of 1983, covering releases from April 1 to June 30. The data highlights \"Star Wars: Episode VI - Return of the Jedi\" as the quarter's highest-grossing film, earning over $141 million during the period. The report provides a comprehensive look at 51 films, including their quarterly gross, total gross, release dates, and distributing studios.",
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