Hands of Stone Budget
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Synopsis
Follows the life of Roberto Duran, the Panamanian fighter who made his professional debut in 1968 as a 16 year‐old and retired in 2002 at the age of 50. In June 1980, he defeated Sugar Ray Leonard to capture the WBC welterweight title, but shocked the boxing world by returning to his corner in their November rematch, famously saying the words "no mas".
What is the budget of Hands of Stone?
"Hands of Stone," a drama released in 2016, was directed by Jonathan Jakubowicz and stars Edgar Ramírez, Robert De Niro. The production budget was $20,000,000, placing it in the mid-budget range for drama productions of its era.
Key Budget Allocation Categories
While specific budget breakdowns are not publicly available, typical cost drivers for a drama production like this include:
- Above-the-Line Talent: Drama films live or die on the strength of their performances.
- Location Filming & Period Production Design: Authentic locations , whether contemporary or historical , require scouting, permits, travel, lodging, and often significant dressing to match the story's time period.
- Post-Production, Color Grading & Score: The editorial process for dramas is typically longer than genre films, with careful attention to pacing and tone.
What were the major cost factors in Hands of Stone?
Several factors contributed to the overall production costs of "Hands of Stone."
- Above-the-Line Talent: Above-the-Line Talent is one of the primary cost drivers in drama productions of this scale.
- Location Filming: Location Filming & Period Production Design is one of the primary cost drivers in drama productions of this scale.
- Post-Production: Post-Production, Color Grading & Score is one of the primary cost drivers in drama productions of this scale.
How Does Hands of Stone's Budget Compare to Similar Films?
At $20,000,000, Hands of Stone sits in the mid-budget range. Here is how it compares to productions with a similar budget:
- 12 Years a Slave (2013): Budget $20,000,000, Worldwide Gross $187,000,000
- 21 Grams (2003): Budget $20,000,000, Worldwide Gross $60,427,839
- 3 Ninjas Kick Back (1994): Budget $20,000,000, Worldwide Gross $11,798,854
- A Guy Thing (2003): Budget $20,000,000, Worldwide Gross $17,400,000
- A Most Violent Year (2014): Budget $20,000,000, Worldwide Gross $12,007,070
The median budget for wide-release drama films in the 2010s ranges from $30 to 80M for mid-budget to $150M+ for tentpoles.
Hands of Stone Box Office Performance
"Hands of Stone" earned $4,712,792 domestically and $5,000,000 worldwide at the box office. Against a production budget of $20,000,000, 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 "Hands of Stone," that break-even threshold was roughly $40,000,000. With worldwide earnings of $5,000,000, the film did not reach break-even in theatrical release.
- Production Budget: $20,000,000
- Worldwide Gross: $5,000,000
- Net Return: −$15,000,000
- ROI: approximately -75%
At -75%, "Hands of Stone" did not recoup its production budget through theatrical release alone.
Awards and Recognition
2 wins total
Frequently Asked Questions
How much did it cost to make Hands of Stone (2016)?
The production budget was $20,000,000, covering principal photography, cast and crew salaries, locations, sets, post-production, and music. Marketing and distribution (P&A) costs are estimated at an additional $10,000,000 - $16,000,000, bringing the total studio investment to approximately $30,000,000 - $36,000,000.
How much did Hands of Stone (2016) earn at the box office?
Hands of Stone grossed $4,712,792 domestic, $287,208 international, totaling $5,000,000 worldwide.
Was Hands of Stone (2016) profitable?
The film did not break even theatrically, earning $5,000,000 against an estimated $50,000,000 needed. Ancillary revenue may have improved the picture.
What were the biggest costs in producing Hands of Stone?
The primary cost drivers were above-the-line talent (Edgar Ramírez, Robert De Niro, Usher); talent compensation, authentic period production design, and meticulous post-production; international production across Panama, United States of America.
How does Hands of Stone's budget compare to similar drama films?
At $20,000,000, Hands of Stone is classified as a low-budget production. The median budget for wide-release drama films in the 2010s ranges from $30 - 80M for mid-budget to $150M+ for tentpoles. Comparable budgets: 12 Years a Slave (2013, $20,000,000); 21 Grams (2003, $20,000,000); 3 Ninjas Kick Back (1994, $20,000,000).
Did Hands of Stone (2016) 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 Hands of Stone?
The theatrical ROI was -75.0%, calculated as ($5,000,000 − $20,000,000) ÷ $20,000,000 × 100. This measures gross revenue against production budget only - it does not account for P&A or exhibitor shares.
What awards did Hands of Stone (2016) win?
2 wins total.
Who directed Hands of Stone and who were the key crew members?
Directed by Jonathan Jakubowicz, written by Jonathan Jakubowicz, shot by M.I. Littin-Menz, with music by Angelo Milli, edited by Ethan Maniquis.
Where was Hands of Stone filmed?
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