Okay, just wanted to double check. I read Wild Robot and saw the other link ๐
Starcade
joined 2 years ago
I have no complaints. Was just happy it FINALLY came out in 4K. Was on my wish list for years.
I'm sure I'll see Borderlands eventually, but it wasn't tracking for me as a must see. The trailer was just okay, and I'm not sure did the movie any favors-- In fact it looks like it was made by the same person that made the trailer for The Suicide Squad (2016).
@UKFilmNerd
Movies based on video games are a tricky proposition and are usually hit or miss with audiences. You may have a built-in crowd with those familiar with the game, but the you're introducing yourself to everyone else.
Next, you have to tell a story that makes sense and works within the allotted time.
Direction is important. If it's a tech-heavy project, you need someone that can handle action, effects, and stunts.
Ideally you cast those who not only can act, but are also believable in their roles.
Unfortunately this movie falters on all the above. The story doesn't quite work. The actors are miscast. There's multiple directors on this one, as there were reshoots years later.
Reshoots are not necessarily a bad thing, as you can go in and fix issues. It's unclear what was changed and if it was for the better. There are some bad scenes.
Borderlands is a movie where you possibly question how it got made at all. It's a bit of a mess.