Borderland Movie Reviews Rip It To Shreds

Eli Roth's highly anticipated Borderlands movie is poised for its theatrical release, but early critical reception paints a bleak picture. Read on for a summary of the initial reviews and what moviegoers can expect.

A Critical Mauling, Despite Star Power

Early reviews for the Borderlands film adaptation are overwhelmingly negative. Critics, following the film's early US screenings, have taken to social media to express their disappointment. Common criticisms include weak humor, unconvincing CGI, and a lackluster script.

Edgar Ortega of Loud and Clear Reviews tweeted, "Borderlands feels like what an out-of-touch executive thinks the ‘cool kids’ find appealing. The humor falls flat, and it's not even 'so bad it's good,' just a mess."

Darren Movie Reviews from Movie Scene Canada called it "a baffling video game adaptation," praising the potential for world-building but criticizing the rushed and dull screenplay, adding that despite impressive set design, poor CGI makes the film appear cheap.

However, not all reviews were completely damning. Kurt Morrison noted that Cate Blanchett and Kevin Hart's performances elevate the film, preventing it from being a total disaster, though he doubts it will find a wide audience. The Hollywood Handle offered a slightly more positive perspective, calling it "a fun PG-13 action movie" carried largely by Blanchett's performance.

Despite a star-studded cast and a 2020 relaunch by Gearbox following a period of inactivity, the Borderlands movie adaptation has faced skepticism from fans of the game franchise.

As major publications release their full reviews in the coming days, audiences will soon judge for themselves when Borderlands hits theaters on August 9th. In related news, Gearbox has hinted at a new Borderlands game.