Borderlands Movie Faces Harsh Criticism from Critics

Eli Roth's adaptation of the popular video game series struggles with poor reviews and lackluster execution.

• Critics find the film's writing uninspired and rushed, lacking emotional depth.
• Cate Blanchett's performance as Lilith is a rare highlight in an otherwise poorly received movie.
• The film's humor and action sequences fail to capture the essence of the video games.
• Miscasting and lack of character chemistry are major drawbacks noted by reviewers.
• Despite high expectations, the movie is considered one of the worst video game adaptations in recent years.

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