A Decade of Disaster: The 10 Worst Movies of the 21st Century
The 21st century has been a time of great artistic achievement in the film industry. From monumental blockbusters to low budget indie films, this era has seen the rise of a new generation of talent and the revival of classic genres. However, not all films are created equal. From misguided cash grabs to painfully unfunny comedies, there have been a number of films that have achieved the dubious honor of being some of the worst films of the 21st century. Here’s our list of the 10 worst movies of the 21st century.
1. The Wicker Man (2006)
This 2006 remake of the 1973 cult classic The Wicker Man is widely considered one of the worst films of the 21st century. Starring Nicolas Cage, the film has been universally panned by critics, who have called it an “unholy mess,” “a disaster,” and “a movie so bad it’s hard to believe it was made.” Despite its star power and big budget, The Wicker Man failed to deliver on all fronts, with some of the most laughable dialogue and cringe-inducing performances you’ll ever see.
2. Gigli (2003)
Gigli is a 2003 romantic comedy starring Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez that is widely considered one of the worst films of the 21st century. The film was a commercial and critical disaster, with Rotten Tomatoes giving it a 0% rating and the New York Times calling it “an abysmal comedy that is the cinematic equivalent of a root canal.” The film was so reviled that it was nominated for a record 11 Razzie Awards.
3. Swept Away (2002)
Swept Away is a 2002 romantic comedy starring Madonna and Adriano Giannini that is widely considered one of the worst films of the 21st century. The film was a critical and commercial disaster, with Rotten Tomatoes giving it a 0% rating and the New York Times calling it “a movie so bad it should be swept away.” The film was so reviled that it was nominated for 8 Razzie Awards.
4. Jack and Jill (2011)
Jack and Jill is a 2011 comedy starring Adam Sandler that is widely considered one of the worst films of the 21st century. The film was a critical and commercial disaster, with Rotten Tomatoes giving it a 3% rating and the New York Times calling it “a movie so bad it will make you laugh and cry at the same time.” The film was so reviled that it was nominated for 10 Razzie Awards.
5. Alone in the Dark (2005)
Alone in the Dark is a 2005 horror film starring Christian Slater that is widely considered one of the worst films of the 21st century. The film was a critical and commercial disaster, with Rotten Tomatoes giving it a 0% rating and the New York Times calling it “a movie so bad it will make you want to turn out the lights and never come back.” The film was so reviled that it was nominated for 8 Razzie Awards.
6. The Hottie and the Nottie (2008)
The Hottie and the Nottie is a 2008 romantic comedy starring Paris Hilton that is widely considered one of the worst films of the 21st century. The film was a critical and commercial disaster, with Rotten Tomatoes giving it a 0% rating and the New York Times calling it “a movie so bad it will make you want to go back in time and undo the decision to watch it.” The film was so reviled that it was nominated for 10 Razzie Awards.
7. The Room (2003)
The Room is a 2003 drama starring Tommy Wiseau that is widely considered one of the worst films of the 21st century. The film was a critical and commercial disaster, with Rotten Tomatoes giving it a 0% rating and the New York Times calling it “a movie so bad it will make you question the nature of reality.” The film was so reviled that it was nominated for 8 Razzie Awards.
8. Catwoman (2004)
Catwoman is a 2004 superhero film starring Halle Berry that is widely considered one of the worst films of the 21st century. The film was a critical and commercial disaster, with Rotten Tomatoes giving it a 9% rating and the New York Times calling it “a movie so bad it will make you want to never watch another superhero movie again.” The film was so reviled that it was nominated for 9 Razzie Awards.
9. Jack and Jill vs. the World (2008)
Jack and Jill vs. the World is a 2008 romantic comedy starring Jennifer Aniston that is widely considered one of the worst films of the 21st century. The film was a critical and commercial disaster, with Rotten Tomatoes giving it a 0% rating and the New York Times calling it “a movie so bad it will make you want to never watch a romantic comedy again.” The film was so reviled that it was nominated for 8 Razzie Awards.
10. Disaster Movie (2008)
Disaster Movie is a 2008 mockbuster starring Kim Kardashian that is widely considered one of the worst films of the 21st century. The film was a critical and commercial disaster, with Rotten Tomatoes giving it a 0% rating and the New York Times calling it “a movie so bad it will make you want to never watch another spoof movie again.” The film was so reviled that it was nominated for 10 Razzie Awards.
From misguided cash grabs to painfully unfunny comedies, these 10 films have achieved the dubious honor of being some of the worst films of the 21st century. If you’re looking for a great movie experience, be sure to check out fabrikanttech.com for the latest reviews and recommendations.
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