Kinds of Kindness Budget
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Synopsis
A man seeks to break free from his predetermined path, a cop questions his wife's demeanor after her return from a supposed drowning, and a woman searches for an extraordinary individual prophesied to become a renowned spiritual g...
What is the budget of Kinds of Kindness?
"Kinds of Kindness," a drama released in 2024, was directed by Yorgos Lanthimos and stars Emma Stone, Jesse Plemons. The production budget was $15,000,000, placing it in the low-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.
- Production: The film's original title was R.M.F.
What were the major cost factors in Kinds of Kindness?
Several factors contributed to the overall production costs of "Kinds of Kindness."
- 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 Kinds of Kindness's Budget Compare to Similar Films?
At $15,000,000, Kinds of Kindness sits in the low-budget range. Here is how it compares to productions with a similar budget:
- A Dangerous Method (2011): Budget $15,000,000, Worldwide Gross $27,462,041
- Ben-Hur (1959): Budget $15,000,000, Worldwide Gross $164,000,000
- Land of the Dead (2005): Budget $15,000,000, Worldwide Gross $47,074,133
- Into the Wild (2007): Budget $15,000,000, Worldwide Gross $56,255,142
- King's Ransom (2005): Budget $15,000,000, Worldwide Gross $4,139,856
The median budget for wide-release drama films in the 2020s ranges from $30 to 80M for mid-budget to $150M+ for tentpoles.
Kinds of Kindness Box Office Performance
"Kinds of Kindness" earned $5,038,931 domestically and $16,398,509 worldwide at the box office. Against a production budget of $15,000,000, the film showed modest profitability in theatrical release.
A film typically needs to earn approximately twice its production budget to cover marketing and distribution costs. For "Kinds of Kindness," that break-even threshold was roughly $30,000,000. With worldwide earnings of $16,398,509, the film fell short of that threshold but recouped its production costs in theatrical release.
Box Office Breakdown
Kinds of Kindness
At 9.3%, "Kinds of Kindness" returned its production investment but margin was tight after marketing and distribution costs.
Awards and Recognition
3 wins & 8 nominations total
- Cannes Film Festival Award for Best Actor (2024 Cannes Film Festival)
Critical Reception
Brian Tallerico from RogerEbert.com praised Plemons' acting, stating: "Plemons giving not just one but at least two and maybe three of the year's best performances goes a long way to holding Kinds of Kindness together."
Frequently Asked Questions
How much did it cost to make Kinds of Kindness (2024)?
The production budget was $15,000,000, covering principal photography, cast and crew salaries, locations, sets, post-production, and music. Marketing and distribution (P&A) costs are estimated at an additional $7,500,000 - $12,000,000, bringing the total studio investment to approximately $22,500,000 - $27,000,000.
How much did Kinds of Kindness (2024) earn at the box office?
Kinds of Kindness grossed $5,038,931 domestic, $11,359,578 international, totaling $16,398,509 worldwide.
Was Kinds of Kindness (2024) profitable?
The film did not break even theatrically, earning $16,398,509 against an estimated $37,500,000 needed. Ancillary revenue may have improved the picture.
What were the biggest costs in producing Kinds of Kindness?
The primary cost drivers were above-the-line talent (Emma Stone, Jesse Plemons, Willem Dafoe); talent compensation, authentic period production design, and meticulous post-production; international production across Ireland, United Kingdom, United States of America.
How does Kinds of Kindness's budget compare to similar drama films?
At $15,000,000, Kinds of Kindness is classified as a low-budget production. The median budget for wide-release drama films in the 2020s ranges from $30 - 80M for mid-budget to $150M+ for tentpoles. Comparable budgets: A Dangerous Method (2011, $15,000,000); Ben-Hur (1959, $15,000,000); Land of the Dead (2005, $15,000,000).
Did Kinds of Kindness (2024) 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 Kinds of Kindness?
The theatrical ROI was 9.3%, calculated as ($16,398,509 − $15,000,000) ÷ $15,000,000 × 100. This measures gross revenue against production budget only - it does not account for P&A or exhibitor shares.
What awards did Kinds of Kindness (2024) win?
3 wins & 8 nominations total.
Who directed Kinds of Kindness and who were the key crew members?
Directed by Yorgos Lanthimos, written by Yorgos Lanthimos, Efthimis Filippou, shot by Robbie Ryan, with music by Jerskin Fendrix, edited by Yorgos Mavropsaridis.
Where was Kinds of Kindness filmed?
Kinds of Kindness was filmed in Ireland, United Kingdom, United States of America.
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