The Cremator Budget
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Synopsis
In 1930s Prague, a Czech cremator who firmly believes cremation relieves one from earthly suffering is drawn inexorably to Nazism.
What is known about the production of The Cremator?
"The Cremator," a horror released in 1969, was directed by Juraj Herz and stars Rudolf Hrušínský, Vlasta Chramostová. The production budget has not been publicly disclosed, though Filmové studio Barrandov produced the film, making it a notable entry in the horror landscape whose financial details remain private.
Key Budget Allocation Categories
While specific budget breakdowns are not publicly available, typical cost drivers for a horror production like this include:
- Production: The Cremator was Herz's second feature film.
- Music & Score: The score was composed by Zdenek Liska.
What were the major cost factors in The Cremator?
Several factors contributed to the overall production costs of "The Cremator."
- Production: Production is one of the primary cost drivers in horror productions of this scale.
- Music: Music & Score is one of the primary cost drivers in horror productions of this scale.
The Cremator Production History
The score was composed by Zdenek Liska. Before production, Liska asked Herz what type of film it would be, would it be scary or pretty? Herz replied, "There's already enough in this film that's scary. Go for melodious and lovely." Kopfrkingl is a dilettante that is obsessed with classical composers such as Strauss, Dvorak, Saint-Saens and Mahler.
Awards and Recognition
3 wins
- Sitges Film Festival Best Feature-Length Film award
Frequently Asked Questions
How much did it cost to make The Cremator (1969)?
The production budget has not been publicly disclosed.
How much did The Cremator (1969) earn at the box office?
Box office figures are not publicly available.
Was The Cremator (1969) profitable?
Insufficient data for a profitability assessment.
What were the biggest costs in producing The Cremator?
Specific cost breakdowns are not publicly available.
How does The Cremator's budget compare to similar horror films?
Without a confirmed budget, comparison is not possible.
Did The Cremator (1969) 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 Cremator (1969) win?
3 wins.
Who directed The Cremator and who were the key crew members?
Directed by Juraj Herz, written by Ladislav Fuks, Juraj Herz, shot by Stanislav Milota, with music by Zdeněk Liška, edited by Jaromír Janáček.
Where was The Cremator filmed?
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The Cremator
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