The video game movie genre has been plagued with more than its fair share of disappointments. Iconic flops like the 1993's Super Mario Bros. and 1997's Mortal Kombat: Annihilation are notorious for their dismal quality and their failure to capture the essence of the beloved source material. However, recent years have shown a glimmer of hope with successes like the Sonic the Hedgehog series and The Super Mario Bros. Movie, which have set a more promising path for future adaptations. Yet, the genre still has its share of duds, and we can't help but call out Borderlands for its shortcomings.
Hollywood's persistence in adapting video games into movies is commendable, and it's tough to imagine sinking lower than some of the following disastrous attempts.
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