Kevin Costner is standing by his film “Horizon: An American Saga – Chapter One,” despite its poor performance at the box office. The Western film, which Costner wrote, directed, and starred in, only made $32 million on a $100 million budget. Costner even spent $38 million of his own money on the movie. Despite receiving scathing reviews from critics, Costner remains proud of the project, emphasizing its historical significance and the importance of sharing it with future generations.
The planned four-part film series includes a sequel, “Horizon: An American Saga – Chapter Two,” which was initially set to debut in theaters but was taken off the schedule after the underwhelming performance of the first installment. The sequel will now premiere at the Venice Film Festival. Costner defended the franchise, highlighting the originality and challenging nature of making a good Western film.
Costner’s decision to work on “Horizon” in addition to his role in “Yellowstone” led to speculation that he quit the popular TV show. However, Costner clarified that “Horizon” was secondary to “Yellowstone” and that his goal was simply to work more frequently. Despite the challenges faced during production, Costner remains dedicated to his projects and is looking forward to sharing his passion for filmmaking with audiences for years to come.
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