He is already “falling into a depression” because he will “probably never experience anything like this again”. A film based on a brand like Sisi attracts attention. “The chance of failure is very high. You have to deliver.” The overall package of “Corsage” was often praised: a modern image of women told in a visually impressive way, with very good casting. There would also be a lot of money in such a film that has to be repaid. The budget of the co-production (AUT, LUX, FRA, DEU) amounted to more than seven million euros. The Austrian share (including international funds aliquot): 4.5 million euros. It is more important than rapid financial success (“will be limited”) to create continuity so that large sums of money continue to be made available for films.
Source: Nachrichten
