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On the Waterfront Budget

1980Action & AdventureDrama

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Synopsis

Gao Tianyuan and his wife Zhuo Feng'er live in seclusion in the Tian Shan mountains due to his father's dismissal from officialdom. They go down the mountain to reunite with his father but he is suddenly killed, and Feng'er defects to Tianzheng Sect's leader, Ren Wo weihuai. Devastated, Tianyuan starts a new life under a false identity until he meets Sikong Aoshi and becomes involved in the martial world again. He decides to seek revenge for his father's death and becomes an official, but his impatience leads to a dangerous mistake. Later, he discovers that the real culprit wants to rebel and dominate the martial world, and he teams up with Aoshi to eliminate the threat.

What is known about the production of On the Waterfront?

"On the Waterfront," an action & adventure released in 1980, was directed by Unknown and stars Kenneth Tsang, Michelle Yim. The production budget has not been publicly disclosed, though ATV Enterprises Limited produced the film, making it a notable entry in the action & adventure landscape whose financial details remain private.

What were the major cost factors in On the Waterfront?

Several factors contributed to the overall production costs of "On the Waterfront."

  • Stunts and Visual Effects: Large-scale action sequences, practical stunts, and CGI are among the primary cost drivers in productions like "On the Waterfront."
  • Above-the-Line Talent: Lead actor and director fees, including Kenneth Tsang typically represent a significant portion of the overall budget.
  • Production Design: Sets, practical locations, and specialized equipment for action films require substantial investment.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much did it cost to make On The Waterfront (1980)?

The production budget has not been publicly disclosed.

How much did On The Waterfront (1980) earn at the box office?

Box office figures are not publicly available.

Was On The Waterfront (1980) profitable?

Insufficient data for a profitability assessment.

What were the biggest costs in producing On The Waterfront?

Specific cost breakdowns are not publicly available.

How does On The Waterfront's budget compare to similar action & adventure films?

Without a confirmed budget, comparison is not possible.

Did On The Waterfront (1980) 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.

Who directed On The Waterfront and who were the key crew members?

Directed by Unknown.

Where was On The Waterfront filmed?

On The Waterfront was filmed in Hong Kong.

Filmmakers

On the Waterfront

Key Cast
Kenneth Tsang, Michelle Yim, Candice Yu On-On, Bruce Leung Siu-Lung, Norman Tsui Siu-Keung, Yung Wai-Man

Official Trailer

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