The Borderlands movie is facing more than just scathing reviews in its premiere week. While critics have largely panned the film, a behind-the-scenes controversy has emerged regarding uncredited work.
A Rocky Premiere: Critics Weigh In
The Eli Roth-directed adaptation currently boasts a dismal 6% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, based on 49 critic reviews. Leading critics haven't held back, with harsh descriptions like "wacko BS" and criticisms of its humor falling flat. While some design aspects have received praise, the overall consensus is overwhelmingly negative. Early social media reactions echoed this sentiment, using words like "lifeless," "terrible," and "uninspired." However, a more positive audience score of 49% suggests a divide between critics and viewers, with some fans appreciating the movie's action and crude humor, despite some lore changes.
Uncredited Work Fuels Controversy
Adding to the film's woes, freelance rigger Robbie Reid recently revealed on X (formerly Twitter) that he and the artist who modeled Claptrap were not credited for their work on the movie. Reid expressed disappointment, highlighting that this was the first time he hadn't received credit for a film, especially for such a significant character. He speculated that the omission may be due to him and the artist leaving their studio in 2021, acknowledging this type of oversight as a common, albeit unfortunate, industry problem. He concluded by expressing hope that the incident could lead to positive change regarding artist crediting within the industry.
The Borderlands movie's troubled premiere week highlights not only the critical failure but also underlying issues within the film industry's treatment of its artists.
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