Prisoners of the Ghostland Budget
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Synopsis
Set in the treacherous frontier city of Samurai Town where a ruthless bank robber is sprung from jail by wealthy warlord The Governor, whose adopted granddaughter Bernice has gone missing. The Governor offers the prisoner his freedom in exchange for retrieving the runaway. Strapped into a leather suit that will self-destruct within three days, the bandit sets off on a journey to find the young woman and his own path to redemption.
What is known about the production of Prisoners of the Ghostland?
"Prisoners of the Ghostland," a fantasy released in 2021, was directed by Sion Sono and stars Nicolas Cage, Sofia Boutella. The production budget has not been publicly disclosed, though Eleven Arts Studios, Untitled Entertainment, XYZ Films produced the film, making it a notable entry in the fantasy landscape whose financial details remain private.
Key Budget Allocation Categories
While specific budget breakdowns are not publicly available, typical cost drivers for a fantasy production like this include:
- Filming & Locations: Principal photography began on November 6, 2019, in Japan, with Sôhei Tanikawa serving as cinematographer. Filming also took place on March 31, 2020, in Los Angeles, California.
What were the major cost factors in Prisoners of the Ghostland?
Several factors contributed to the overall production costs of "Prisoners of the Ghostland."
- Filming: Filming & Locations is one of the primary cost drivers in fantasy productions of this scale.
Prisoners of the Ghostland Production History
Principal photography began on November 6, 2019, in Japan, with Sôhei Tanikawa serving as cinematographer. Filming also took place on March 31, 2020, in Los Angeles, California. [Filming] Principal photography began on November 6, 2019, in Japan, with Sôhei Tanikawa serving as cinematographer. Filming also took place on March 31, 2020, in Los Angeles, California.
Awards and Recognition
1 nomination total
Critical Reception
On Rotten Tomatoes, the film has an approval rating of 61% based on reviews from 160 critics, with an average rating of 5.80/10. The website's critics' consensus reads, "Prisoners of the Ghostland is far from Sono's most distinctive work, but viewers in the mood for a deliriously gonzo genre mash-up featuring an explosive performance from Nicolas Cage just might have a ball."
Frequently Asked Questions
How much did it cost to make Prisoners of the Ghostland (2021)?
The production budget has not been publicly disclosed.
How much did Prisoners of the Ghostland (2021) earn at the box office?
Box office figures are not publicly available.
Was Prisoners of the Ghostland (2021) profitable?
Insufficient data for a profitability assessment.
What were the biggest costs in producing Prisoners of the Ghostland?
Specific cost breakdowns are not publicly available.
How does Prisoners of the Ghostland's budget compare to similar fantasy films?
Without a confirmed budget, comparison is not possible.
Did Prisoners of the Ghostland (2021) 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 Prisoners of the Ghostland (2021) win?
1 nomination total.
Who directed Prisoners of the Ghostland and who were the key crew members?
Directed by Sion Sono, written by Aaron Hendry, Reza Sixo Safai, shot by Sohei Tanikawa, with music by Joseph Trapanese, edited by Taylor Levy.
Where was Prisoners of the Ghostland filmed?
Prisoners of the Ghostland was filmed in Japan, United States of America. Principal photography began on November 6, 2019, in Japan, with Sôhei Tanikawa serving as cinematographer. Filming also took place on March 31, 2020, in Los Angeles, California. [Filming] Principal photography began on November 6, 2019, in Japan, with Sôhei Tanikawa serving as cinematographer.
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