

Boys State Budget
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Synopsis
A thousand 17-year-old boys from Texas join together to build a representative government from the ground up.
What is known about the production of Boys State?
"Boys State," a documentary released in 2020, was directed by Amanda McBaine, Jesse Moss and stars Ben Feinstein, Steven Garza. The production budget has not been publicly disclosed, though Concordia Studio, Mile End Films produced the film, making it a notable entry in the documentary landscape whose financial details remain private.
What were the major cost factors in Boys State?
Several factors contributed to the overall production costs of "Boys State."
- Above-the-Line Talent: Cast and director fees, including Ben Feinstein typically represent the largest single line item in the production budget.
- Production Design: Sets, locations, and art direction require significant investment to bring the story to life.
- Post-Production: Editing, sound design, visual effects, and an original score contribute substantially to the final cost.
Awards and Recognition
Won 1 Primetime Emmy. 17 wins & 26 nominations total
- Sundance Film Festival Grand Jury Prize for Best Documentary
Frequently Asked Questions
How much did it cost to make Boys State (2020)?
The production budget has not been publicly disclosed.
How much did Boys State (2020) earn at the box office?
Box office figures are not publicly available.
Was Boys State (2020) profitable?
Insufficient data for a profitability assessment.
What were the biggest costs in producing Boys State?
Specific cost breakdowns are not publicly available.
How does Boys State's budget compare to similar documentary films?
Without a confirmed budget, comparison is not possible.
Did Boys State (2020) go over budget?
There are no widely reported accounts of significant budget overruns for this production. However, studios rarely disclose precise budget overrun figures publicly. The reported production budget reflects the final estimated cost.
What awards did Boys State (2020) win?
Won 1 Primetime Emmy. 17 wins & 26 nominations total.
Who directed Boys State and who were the key crew members?
Directed by Amanda McBaine, Jesse Moss, written by N/A, shot by Thorsten Thielow, with music by T. Griffin, edited by Jeff Gilbert.
Where was Boys State filmed?
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