

Shoplifters Budget
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Synopsis
In the outskirts of Tokyo, a poor but close-knit group living on the fringes of society survives through shoplifting and odd jobs. When Osamu and his son take in a neglected young girl, their already fragile existence begins to unravel. As the family grows attached to her, buried secrets surface, forcing them to confront the true meaning of love, belonging, and what makes a family.
What is known about the production of Shoplifters?
"Shoplifters," a drama released in 2018, was directed by Hirokazu Kore-eda and stars Lily Franky, Sakura Ando. The production budget has not been publicly disclosed, though Fuji Television Network, AOI Pro., BUN-BUKU 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: Director Hirokazu Kore-eda said that he developed the story for Shoplifters when considering his earlier film Like Father, Like Son, with the question "What makes a family?" Kore-eda described it as his "socially conscious" film.
What were the major cost factors in Shoplifters?
Several factors contributed to the overall production costs of "Shoplifters."
- Production: Production is one of the primary cost drivers in drama productions of this scale.
Shoplifters Box Office Performance
"Shoplifters" earned $3,313,513 domestically.
Awards and Recognition
Nominated for 1 Oscar. 49 wins & 98 nominations total
- Palme d'Or (2018 Cannes Film Festival)
- César Award for Best Foreign Film (44th César Awards)
Critical Reception
On review aggregator website Rotten Tomatoes, the film holds an approval rating based on reviews, with an average rating of . The website's critical consensus reads, "Understated yet ultimately deeply affecting, Shoplifters adds another powerful chapter to director Hirokazu Kore-eda's richly humanistic filmography." On Metacritic, the film has a weighted average score of 93 out of 100, based on 40 critics, indicating "universal acclaim". Shoplifters was also listed on numerous critics' top ten lists for 2018.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much did it cost to make Shoplifters (2018)?
The production budget has not been publicly disclosed.
How much did Shoplifters (2018) earn at the box office?
Box office figures are not publicly available.
Was Shoplifters (2018) profitable?
Insufficient data for a profitability assessment.
What were the biggest costs in producing Shoplifters?
Specific cost breakdowns are not publicly available.
How does Shoplifters's budget compare to similar drama films?
Without a confirmed budget, comparison is not possible.
Did Shoplifters (2018) 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 Shoplifters (2018) win?
Nominated for 1 Oscar. 49 wins & 98 nominations total.
Who directed Shoplifters and who were the key crew members?
Directed by Hirokazu Kore-eda, written by Hirokazu Kore-eda, shot by Ryuto Kondo, with music by Haruomi Hosono, edited by Hirokazu Kore-eda.
Where was Shoplifters filmed?
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