It seems that the film adaptation of “Borderlands” would have been better off remaining just an idea. The reviews so far have been devastating.
In recent years, numerous films and series based on video game brands have been released that are popular with fans. Highlights include the TV series “The Last of Us” and “Fallout”.
“Borderlands”, on the other hand, will not go down in history as a showcase project. Several publications have now had a look at the film. The verdict is unanimously devastating.
0 percent from top critics
The mood is also reflected in the reviews on Rotten Tomatoes, where “Borderlands” has a Tomatometer score of 0 percent, if only the top reviews are taken into account. This is the percentage of verified Tomatometer critics who have rated the film positively.
Across all ratings, it is still 3 percent. This is what some critics say about the film adaptation of “Borderlands”:
Barry Hertz, Globe and Mail
Comment: The film is tonally chaotic, narratively shabby, and filled with forced commentary that reeks of creative indecision. Even for the most diehard gamer, it’s an embarrassing affair. No score
Vicky Jessop, London Evening Standard
Comment: Is Borderlands the worst movie of the year? It’s definitely in the running – and it’s so ridiculously bad that you feel like you’ve been catapulted back to a time when video game adaptations were synonymous with mediocrity. Score: 1/5
Tim Grierson, Screen International
Comment: In her chameleon-like career, Cate Blanchett has taken on many roles – but never before has she had the chance to be a gun-toting, tough action star. Unfortunately, Borderlands is not a worthy medium for her boastful portrayal. no score
Alison Foreman, indieWire
Comment: Definitely the worst film of Roth’s career and another blow to AAA games being brought to the big screen. Score: C-
Clarisse Loughrey, Independent
Comment: It takes us back to a time when studios prepared these dishes with the grace and sharpness of a drunk trying to order chicken nuggets at 3am. Score: 1/5
More opinions on “Borderlands” are summarized on Rotten TomatoesThis is an online platform that collects and summarizes ratings and reviews of films and series. However, only a few of the productions covered there have such a low score.
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If you want to see “Borderlands” for yourself: The film will be released in cinemas in Germany from August 22, 2024. Fans who want to enjoy the film at home (or whatever) can also get the disc. Pre-orders on DVD and Blu-ray are possible.
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