Uwe Boll Takes Jabs at Borderlands Movie: ‘Now You Wish I Directed’

Uwe Boll, known for his controversial video game adaptations, recently mocked the lackluster box office performance of the Borderlands movie, stating that audiences might wish he had directed it instead. Boll shared a statistic on social media indicating that his films had better performances than Borderlands, which opened to a meager $8.8 million in the U.S. and Canada. Despite proving controversial for his past works, which earned him infamy for their poor reception, he still claims a high rate of illegal downloads for his movies. Meanwhile, the Borderlands film has garnered notably low critical acclaim, with IGN rating it an awful 3 out of 10, criticizing it for failing to capture the essence of the popular video game series.

The Borderlands movie has been criticized for its lack of connection to the game's narrative and gameplay elements, leading to disappointment among fans. IGN's review highlights it as a "catastrophic disappointment," suggesting that it strips away everything that makes the Gearbox Software franchise beloved.

The Borderlands franchise, which began as a popular looter shooter game series by Gearbox Software, is renowned for its unique characters, humor, and cooperative gameplay. The transition from game to movie has historically been challenging, with many adaptations failing to resonate with audiences. The expectation for Borderlands was high, given its vibrant lore and engaging gameplay, making its poor reception even more notable among fans and critics alike.