Flipped Budget
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Synopsis
In 1957, when second-graders Bryce Loski and Julianna "Juli" Baker first meet, Juli knows it's love, but Bryce isn't so sure and tries to avoid Juli. By the sixth grade, in 1961, Bryce tries to get rid of Juli by dating Sherry Stalls, whom Juli despises. However, Bryce's best friend, Garrett, takes an interest in Sherry and eventually tells her the truth about Bryce asking her out; she doesn't take it well. From Juli's perspective, Bryce returned her feelings, but was shy. After finding out Bryce and Sherry broke up, she thought she could have Bryce back. But then they reconsider their decisions as time goes on. In 1962, Bryce's grandfather Chet Duncan moves in with the family. Chet has different views about Juli. There's a large, old sycamore tree that Juli loves which no one else understands. One day, it's cut down by a group of landscapers so a house can be built there, despite Juli's opposition. She becomes very depressed afterwards, as the tree let her see the world in a more enlightened way. Her father gives her a painting of the tree.
What is the budget of Flipped?
"Flipped," a romance released in 2010, was directed by Rob Reiner and stars Madeline Carroll, Callan McAuliffe. The production budget was $14,000,000, placing it in the low-budget range for romance productions of its era.
Key Budget Allocation Categories
While specific budget breakdowns are not publicly available, typical cost drivers for a romance production like this include:
- Lead Cast Compensation: Romantic films depend entirely on the chemistry and appeal of their leads, making star casting decisions the most consequential budget item.
- Location Filming: Picturesque, often international locations are central to the romantic genre's visual appeal.
- Music Supervision & Soundtrack: Iconic songs can cost $250,000 to 500,000 to license per use, and a well-curated soundtrack is often as important to marketing as the trailer itself.
What were the major cost factors in Flipped?
Several factors contributed to the overall production costs of "Flipped."
- Lead Cast Compensation: Lead Cast Compensation is one of the primary cost drivers in romance productions of this scale.
- Location Filming: Location Filming is one of the primary cost drivers in romance productions of this scale.
- Music Supervision: Music Supervision & Soundtrack is one of the primary cost drivers in romance productions of this scale.
How Does Flipped's Budget Compare to Similar Films?
At $14,000,000, Flipped sits in the low-budget range. Here is how it compares to productions with a similar budget:
- Beyond Skyline (2017): Budget $14,000,000, Worldwide Gross $992,181
- Red Lights (2012): Budget $14,000,000, Worldwide Gross $13,551,174
- Scream (1996): Budget $14,000,000, Worldwide Gross $173,046,663
- Perfect Days (2023): Budget $14,000,000, Worldwide Gross $24,094,016
- Brokeback Mountain (2005): Budget $14,000,000, Worldwide Gross $178,043,761
The median budget for wide-release romance films in the 2010s ranges from $30 to 80M for mid-budget to $150M+ for tentpoles.
Flipped Box Office Performance
"Flipped" earned $1,755,212 domestically and $4,324,817 worldwide at the box office. Against a production budget of $14,000,000, the film faced challenges in theatrical release. Home video, streaming, and ancillary revenue may have contributed to its overall performance.
A film typically needs to earn approximately twice its production budget to cover marketing and distribution costs. For "Flipped," that break-even threshold was roughly $28,000,000. With worldwide earnings of $4,324,817, the film did not reach break-even in theatrical release.
- Production Budget: $14,000,000
- Worldwide Gross: $4,324,817
- Net Return: −$9,675,183
- ROI: approximately -69.1%
At -69.1%, "Flipped" did not recoup its production budget through theatrical release alone.
Awards and Recognition
2 wins & 2 nominations total
Frequently Asked Questions
How much did it cost to make Flipped (2010)?
The production budget was $14,000,000, covering principal photography, cast and crew salaries, locations, sets, post-production, and music. Marketing and distribution (P&A) costs are estimated at an additional $7,000,000 - $11,200,000, bringing the total studio investment to approximately $21,000,000 - $25,200,000.
How much did Flipped (2010) earn at the box office?
Flipped grossed $1,755,212 domestic, $2,569,605 international, totaling $4,324,817 worldwide.
Was Flipped (2010) profitable?
The film did not break even theatrically, earning $4,324,817 against an estimated $35,000,000 needed. Ancillary revenue may have improved the picture.
What were the biggest costs in producing Flipped?
The primary cost drivers were above-the-line talent (Madeline Carroll, Callan McAuliffe, Rebecca De Mornay); lead talent, aspirational location filming, and a carefully curated soundtrack.
How does Flipped's budget compare to similar romance films?
At $14,000,000, Flipped is classified as a low-budget production. The median budget for wide-release romance films in the 2010s ranges from $30 - 80M for mid-budget to $150M+ for tentpoles. Comparable budgets: Beyond Skyline (2017, $14,000,000); Red Lights (2012, $14,000,000); Scream (1996, $14,000,000).
Did Flipped (2010) 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 was the return on investment (ROI) for Flipped?
The theatrical ROI was -69.1%, calculated as ($4,324,817 − $14,000,000) ÷ $14,000,000 × 100. This measures gross revenue against production budget only - it does not account for P&A or exhibitor shares.
What awards did Flipped (2010) win?
2 wins & 2 nominations total.
Who directed Flipped and who were the key crew members?
Directed by Rob Reiner, written by Rob Reiner, Andrew Scheinman, shot by Thomas Del Ruth, with music by Marc Shaiman, edited by Robert Leighton.
Where was Flipped filmed?
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