Bet You Didn’t Know: Secrets Behind The Making Of “Ray”
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Veronica Wells
The man with the money
It took 15 years for the filmmakers to secure financing for the making of the movie. Though you may have never heard his name, or might not associate it with the entertainment industry, Philip Anschutz financed all of the film’s production costs, which ended up being $40 million dollars. Anschutz has his hand and his money in a lot of ventures including his father’s drilling company, real estate and several sports teams. His investment in the film paid off, as it eventually earned almost double his initial investment at $75 million.
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