The role of the director is one of the most important roles in the filmmaking process.
This is true in every genre, including the action genre.
However, sometimes a director fails so badly at this that their film becomes nearly unwatchable.
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Here are the most poorly directed action films of all time.
10’Snake Eyes: G.I.
Joe Origins' (2021)
Directed by Robert Schwentke
Snake Eyes: G.I.
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Joe Originsis a superhero action film first released in 2021.
It is based off the character of the same name from the G.I.
Joe toyline by Hasbro.
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The story ofSnake Eyes: G.I.
Joe Originsis completely random.
Harlin completely fails to direct the actors in any meaningful way.
This is especially shown in the performance of Lutz as Hercules.
It is based off thevideo game franchise of the same name.
The music is completely out of place with its accompanying action scenes.
This is also shown later during a romantic scene, scored by a high octane soundtrack.
It serves as the sequel to the 1994 filmSpeedstarringKeanu Reeves, whichJan de Bonthad also directed.
It is based on the video game seriesDungeon Siege.
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It serves as an adaptation of the video game franchise of the same name.
2’Ballistic: Ecks vs. Ultravioletis shot so poorly that it is nearly impossible to distinguish anything that is happening onscreen.
These factors lead toUltravioletbeingthe most poorly directed action movie.
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