Borderlands Film Faces Harsh Critical Reviews

The film adaptation of the video game franchise Borderlands, directed by Eli Roth and featuring an all-star cast including Cate Blanchett, Kevin Hart, and Jack Black, has been met with overwhelmingly negative reviews, currently holding a dismal Rotten Tomatoes critics score of just 3%. Critics have described the film as a 'catastrophic disappointment' and 'a noisy rip-off' of Guardians of the Galaxy, highlighting issues with directing, writing, and character development. While Jack Black's performance as Claptrap received some praise for comedic relief, Blanchett's portrayal of the lead character Lilith was criticized for lacking enthusiasm. The film follows Lilith's quest to rescue a missing girl on the planet Pandora, but many reviewers argue the character dynamics fail to create a believable team. Despite the negative reception, the movie is still set to attract audiences familiar with the popular video game series, which boasts a devoted fan base. Overall, Borderlands appears to reinforce the ongoing struggle of successfully adapting video games into films.