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The Captain Budget

2019Adventure1h 51m

Updated

Domestic Box Office
$706,572

Synopsis

Based on the true story of a pilot who had to ensure the safety of 128 passengers and crew members on the plane when its windshield became damaged mid-flight. The incident is regarded as one of the miracles in aviation history.

What is known about the production of The Captain?

"The Captain," an adventure released in 2019, was directed by Andrew Lau Wai-Keung and stars Zhang Hanyu, Ou Hao. The production budget has not been publicly disclosed, though Bona Film Group, Alibaba Pictures Group, Basic Pictures produced the film, making it a notable entry in the adventure landscape whose financial details remain private.

What were the major cost factors in The Captain?

Several factors contributed to the overall production costs of "The Captain."

  • Above-the-Line Talent: Cast and director fees, including Zhang Hanyu typically represent the largest single line item in the production budget.
  • Production Design: Sets, locations, and art direction require significant investment to bring the story to life.
  • Post-Production: Editing, sound design, visual effects, and an original score contribute substantially to the final cost.

The Captain Box Office Performance

"The Captain" earned $706,572 domestically.

Awards and Recognition

23 wins & 27 nominations total

  • Huabiao Award for Outstanding Film

Frequently Asked Questions

How much did it cost to make The Captain (2019)?

The production budget has not been publicly disclosed.

How much did The Captain (2019) earn at the box office?

Box office figures are not publicly available.

Was The Captain (2019) profitable?

Insufficient data for a profitability assessment.

What were the biggest costs in producing The Captain?

Specific cost breakdowns are not publicly available.

How does The Captain's budget compare to similar adventure films?

Without a confirmed budget, comparison is not possible.

Did The Captain (2019) 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 The Captain (2019) win?

23 wins & 27 nominations total.

Who directed The Captain and who were the key crew members?

Directed by Andrew Lau Wai-Keung, written by Yu Yonggan, shot by Edmond Fung Yuen-Man, Andrew Lau Wai-Keung, with music by Yu-Peng Chen, Comfort Chan, edited by Azrael Chung, Sun Chi-Man.

Where was The Captain filmed?

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Filmmakers

The Captain

Producers
Xu Zhiyong, Yu Dong, Jiang Defu
Production Companies
Bona Film Group, Alibaba Pictures Group, Basic Pictures, Huaxia Film Distribution, Wanda Pictures 万达影业, Distribution Workshop, Emei Film Studio
Director
Andrew Lau Wai-Keung
Writers
Yu Yonggan
Key Cast
Zhang Hanyu, Ou Hao, Du Jiang, Yuan Quan, Zhang Tian'ai, Li Qin
Cinematographer
Edmond Fung Yuen-Man, Andrew Lau Wai-Keung
Composer
Yu-Peng Chen, Comfort Chan

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