Le Trou Budget
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Synopsis
Just as four cell-mates are about to launch their elaborate escape from a tiny cell, a detainee from a cell-block under repair is transferred in. The four all face certain conviction and long sentences. Does the young new jail-mate have the same incentive and if so, can they trust him?
What is known about the production of Le Trou?
"Le Trou," a drama released in 1960, was directed by Jacques Becker and stars Michel Constantin, Jean Keraudy. The production budget has not been publicly disclosed, though Filmsonor, Play Art, Titanus 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:
- Production: According to the 1964 press materials that are included in The Criterion Collection DVD, Jacques Becker first read of the 1947 La Santé Prison escape attempt in a newspaper.
What were the major cost factors in Le Trou?
Several factors contributed to the overall production costs of "Le Trou."
- Production: Production is one of the primary cost drivers in drama productions of this scale.
Le Trou Box Office Performance
"Le Trou" earned $34,588 domestically and $33,187 worldwide at the box office.
Awards and Recognition
Nominated for 2 BAFTA 2 wins & 4 nominations total
Critical Reception
The Hole has a Rotten Tomatoes score of 94% based on 18 reviews, with an average score of 8.59/10.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much did it cost to make Le Trou (1960)?
The production budget has not been publicly disclosed.
How much did Le Trou (1960) earn at the box office?
Le Trou grossed $34,588 domestic, $-1,401 international, totaling $33,187 worldwide.
Was Le Trou (1960) profitable?
Insufficient data for a profitability assessment.
What were the biggest costs in producing Le Trou?
Specific cost breakdowns are not publicly available.
How does Le Trou's budget compare to similar drama films?
Without a confirmed budget, comparison is not possible.
Did Le Trou (1960) 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 Le Trou (1960) win?
Nominated for 2 BAFTA 2 wins & 4 nominations total.
Who directed Le Trou and who were the key crew members?
Directed by Jacques Becker, written by Jacques Becker, José Giovanni, Jean Aurel, shot by Ghislain Cloquet, with music by Philippe Arthuys, edited by Marguerite Renoir, Geneviève Vaury.
Where was Le Trou filmed?
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