Fifty Shades of Grey (2015)
The film is adapted from the controversial novel “Fifty Shades of Grey” by E.L. James, directed by Sam Taylor-Johnson, and became a mainstream hit throughout 2014. Despite promotional materials highlighting numerous steamy scenes, the film ultimately attracted a large audience but received heavy criticism for its poor quality and seemingly meaningless content, leading to it being panned by critics.
Prometheus (2012)
Prometheus was initially hailed as a bold new entry in the sci-fi genre. However, the film’s plot about a team of explorers led fans to frequently “throw shade” due to numerous logical inconsistencies that were difficult to reconcile within the realm of science fiction.
Twilight (2008)
Before becoming a success with the Twilight series, audiences were already familiar with the captivating content featuring vampires and werewolves. However, apart from satisfying fan expectations, the film faced a lot of criticism for its stilted performances and the lack of depth from the actors. It even became a recurring topic of discussion in relation to the film adaptations.
Snakes on a Plane (2006)
In 2006, during the height of the blogging phenomenon, the title “Snakes on a Plane” became a notable reference across various online platforms. Just imagine, a film featuring a disaster on an airplane caused by… snakes! The film didn’t just become a cult classic but also received a mediocre IMDb score of 5.6 and a mere 68% approval on Rotten Tomatoes.
The Matrix Revolutions (2003)
If the previous installment of the film created a significant impact in the film industry, The Matrix Revolutions (2003) unfortunately became a major disappointment and marked the conclusion of this iconic series. Fans continuously lamented the film’s content, and it fell short of expectations, resulting in disappointing box office returns.
Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace (1999)
Seventeen years ago, audiences around the world lined up to see The Phantom Menace, which introduced the iconic character Darth Vader. Millions of fans eagerly awaited, but ultimately… The Phantom Menace became the most hated film in the entire Star Wars series. Later, when discussing the sequel films that failed, The Phantom Menace is often used as a comparison point, illustrating how low the expectations had fallen.
The Godfather: Part III (1990)
A significant time after the release of The Godfather: Part II, director Francis Ford Coppola produced the sequel to one of the greatest film series in history. Although this installment is often regarded as a failure, it must be noted that it still garnered an impressive 7 Academy Award nominations, despite not winning a single one.
