50/50

Overview

Inspired by a true story, a comedy centered on a 27-year-old guy who learns of his cancer diagnosis and his subsequent struggle to beat the disease.

Fun facts

Awards
Won the Independent Spirit Award for Best First Screenplay (2012) and the National Board of Review Award for Best Original Screenplay (2011)
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Box office
Grossed $39.2M worldwide, about 4.9 times its $8M budget
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Filming locations
Filmed in Vancouver
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Setting
Set in Seattle
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Music
Music by Michael Giacchino
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Cinematography
Cinematography by Terry Stacey
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