Scorsese's HBO Show Cost $50 Million
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And that's just for the first episode!
Martin Scorsese's new HBO show, Boardwalk Empire, cost $50 million to shoot the first one-hour episode of the 1920s-based drama.
WTF?!
"It's a huge period piece with a gigantic cast," said a source. "Obviously, the rest of the episodes are cheaper because they'll reuse props, sets and costumes, but the first one was really pricey."
They may have a huge cast, but how much could Steve Buscemi cost?!
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Is SuBo Losing It?
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Doctors Without Borders could put this $50 million to much better use than a one episode TV show. What a waste!!!
"Martin Scorsese's new HBO show, Boardwalk Empire, cost $50 million to shoot the first one-hour episode of the 1920s-based drama."
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The above sentence is so badly-written, it's almost hard to believe.
How about hiring a real writer?
The set is intense. Its worth it.
Whatever the Steve Buscemi price tag, he's worth it
It's very common for hour long series to cost 50-70 million to get started.
I read the book a few years ago and can not wait till this comes out. Atlantic City has a great history.
not surprising, first episodes do usually make a large dent overall but if martin scorcese is directing this it will be worth it.
This is why HBO cancelled "Rome". One of the greatest shows they've ever had, littered with Golden Globes, cancelled after 2 seasons bc they couldn't afford it. I hope they are not starting something else that they can't finish.