In recent weeks, much ink has been spilled over Kevin Costner's ambitious project, "Horizon: An American Saga." Costner, known for his hit series "Yellowstone," has invested heavily in this multi-film endeavor about the American West. The first installment alone cost $100 million to produce, with a sequel following shortly after. In a surprising move, Costner revealed he put $38 million of his own money into the project, a bold gamble in today's risk-averse film industry. As traditional Hollywood filmmaking shifts, Costner found himself seeking outside financing and navigating changing studio dynamics. Warner Bros., his longtime partner, is only a distributor for hire, while Costner secured financing through mysterious investors and even mortgaged prime real estate. Despite facing challenges, Costner remains steadfast in his vision for "Horizon," hoping to capture audiences and defy box office expectations. This weekend's box office results will reveal the fate of Costner's passion project and the risks he took to bring it to life.