Borderlands Movie Fails to Attract Audiences

The recently released 'Borderlands' movie has been poorly received, currently holding a dismal 10% critic score on Rotten Tomatoes and grossing only $18.5 million against its $115 million budget. The film faced a catastrophic second weekend box office drop of 73%, plummeting to number 10 on the charts, which places it in danger of being labeled a box office bomb. Critics and audiences have universally condemned the film, leading to speculation that its failure may jeopardize any potential sequels. Despite a well-known cast, including Cate Blanchett and Kevin Hart, the film's scope could not be effectively condensed into a single feature length, leading many to argue a TV series format would have better suited the material. The film is set for a digital release on August 30, which may provide a chance for it to find an audience post-theatrical run. This situation highlights the ongoing struggle of video game adaptations to succeed in film form.