

Eternity and a Day Budget
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Synopsis
Alexander, an old writer, is ill and prepared to die. He says his goodbyes and recalls his life with his wife long ago. While driving his car he saves a street kid, an illegal immigrant from Albania, from being arrested. Later in the day, by chance, he sees the same boy being abducted, and follows in his car. Although he is preoccupied with his own regrets, he puts death on hold to find a way to help the boy.
What is known about the production of Eternity and a Day?
"Eternity and a Day," a drama released in 1998, was directed by Theo Angelopoulos and stars Bruno Ganz, Fabrizio Bentivoglio. The production budget has not been publicly disclosed, though Eurimages, ARTE, Paradis Films produced the film, making it a notable entry in the drama landscape whose financial details remain private.
Key Budget Allocation Categories
While specific budget breakdowns are not publicly available, typical cost drivers for a drama production like this include:
- Music & Score: The score by Eleni Karaindrou was released on the ECM New Series label in 1998.
What were the major cost factors in Eternity and a Day?
Several factors contributed to the overall production costs of "Eternity and a Day."
- Music: Music & Score is one of the primary cost drivers in drama productions of this scale.
Eternity and a Day Box Office Performance
"Eternity and a Day" earned $107,178 domestically.
Eternity and a Day Production History
The score by Eleni Karaindrou was released on the ECM New Series label in 1998.
Awards and Recognition
9 wins & 4 nominations total
- Palme d'Or: Thodoros Angelopoulos
Frequently Asked Questions
How much did it cost to make Eternity and a Day (1998)?
The production budget has not been publicly disclosed.
How much did Eternity and a Day (1998) earn at the box office?
Box office figures are not publicly available.
Was Eternity and a Day (1998) profitable?
Insufficient data for a profitability assessment.
What were the biggest costs in producing Eternity and a Day?
Specific cost breakdowns are not publicly available.
How does Eternity and a Day's budget compare to similar drama films?
Without a confirmed budget, comparison is not possible.
Did Eternity and a Day (1998) 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 Eternity and a Day (1998) win?
9 wins & 4 nominations total.
Who directed Eternity and a Day and who were the key crew members?
Directed by Theo Angelopoulos, written by Petros Markaris, Tonino Guerra, Theo Angelopoulos, shot by Andreas Sinanos, Giorgos Arvanitis, with music by Eleni Karaindrou, edited by Yannis Tsitsopoulos.
Where was Eternity and a Day filmed?
Eternity and a Day was filmed in France, Germany, Greece, Italy.
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