The Borderlands movie is experiencing a turbulent premiere week, plagued by scathing reviews and a credit controversy. Top critics have delivered overwhelmingly negative assessments, leaving the film with a dismal rating on Rotten Tomatoes.

Borderlands Movie's Rough Start

Uncredited Staff Member Speaks Out

Eli Roth's Borderlands adaptation currently boasts a mere 6% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, based on 49 critic reviews. Harsh critiques have poured in, with some describing the film as "wacko BS" and its humor as largely ineffective. While early social media reactions echoed this negativity, using terms like "lifeless," "terrible," and "uninspired," a segment of fans and viewers appreciated the action and crude humor, resulting in a slightly higher 49% audience score.

However, the film's struggles extend beyond unfavorable reviews. A recent dispute surfaced concerning Robbie Reid, a freelance rigger who worked on the Claptrap character. Reid publicly revealed on X (formerly Twitter) that neither he nor the character modeler received screen credit. Reid expressed disappointment, highlighting the significance of the character and the rarity of such omissions in his career. He attributed the oversight to his and the artist's departure from the studio in 2021, acknowledging the prevalence of this issue within the industry. He expressed hope that the controversy might prompt positive change regarding artist crediting practices.