by savagesketch on 30 May 2023, 19:10
I don't wanna say too much, because THE BEST MAN will be the focus of an upcoming podcast episode. I will say though that there is a fascinating chapter in B. Harrison Smith's book, THE MAKING OF THE MOVIE LEPRECHAUN: "I NEED ME GOLD", in which he opens up on the inner workings of this business. It really is quite something and almost a miracle that any of these movies even get made. There are so many unforeseen expenses that we may not realize with these productions. For a film with a projected budget of $2 million for example, you have your name stars who you're having to pay their daily price tag (including their various demands and baggage as well). I can't imagine that Dolph comes exactly cheap, so his presence alone is eating up a good portion of what you have. Then you have to care for the rest of the cast and crew... Catering and hotels, especially decent ones are a must. Then you have sets and locations... Multiple sets and locations mean more money, hence why most of these films are working with barely one. From there it becomes simple math... With a $2 million budget, after these various expenses, I can't imagine that you much, if ANYTHING to work with.
Like I said, it's amazing that these are still being made. Though I suspect that the bottom is starting to fall out, and the shelf life is limited, and we may not see these being made in 5-10 years.