Let’s face it – CGI has revolutionized the film industry, but not every film can be a visual masterpiece. Sometimes, special effects fall short, leaving us wondering, “What were they thinking?” In this article, we’ll dive into 18 movies where the CGI left us less than impressed. Grab your popcorn, and get ready to cringe as we journey through some of the worst CGI in cinematic history!
Justice League (2017)
Even superheroes couldn’t save the day with the CGI in this movie. One of the most memorable gaffes was Henry Cavill’s digitally removed mustache, leaving his face weirdly artificial. Add in the lackluster CGI villain Steppenwolf, and you’ve got a recipe for disappointment.
The Mummy Returns
We all love Brendan Fraser, but even he couldn’t distract from the CGI disaster that was the Scorpion King. The Rock’s debut in CGI form looked like a PlayStation 2 cutscene, leaving audiences with a strange blend of horror and unintentional laughter. It didn’t look good then and certainly doesn’t look good now.
Jeepers Creepers 3
What’s scarier than the Creeper in Jeepers Creepers? The terrible CGI effects in the third installment. The low-quality graphics made the monster look more comical than terrifying, leaving audiences with a movie that made them laugh instead of being scared.
Cats
The less said about Cats, the better. The decision to use CGI to turn the cast into furry, feline-human hybrids left many viewers feeling disturbed and uneasy. The uncanny valley has never been so real! To top things off, the CGI wasn’t even the worst part of this film – there’s also the terrible acting, too!
Green Lantern
Ryan Reynolds might be funny as Deadpool, but even he couldn’t make up for the poor CGI in Green Lantern. The suit looked more like a video game character than a superhero, and the effects left fans feeling green with envy for other, better superhero films.
Fungicide
Fungicide is a low-budget film, and it shows. The movie is about killer mushrooms, but the CGI is so bad that it’s hard to tell what you’re looking at. It’s laughably awful, and viewers couldn’t help but feel that the movie was more of a joke than a legitimate film.
Star Wars: A New Hope (1997 Special Edition)
George Lucas’ decision to update Star Wars with CGI effects in the 1997 Special Edition was controversial, to say the least. The poorly-aged effects looked out of place and left many fans wishing for the original, untouched version of the movie. Unfortunately, they’re still to release this version publicly – even Disney+ doesn’t have it.
Sharknado
Let’s be honest – no one expected award-winning CGI from Sharknado. But the low-budget graphics and ridiculous concept left audiences feeling more amused than terrified, making the movie a cult favorite for all the wrong reasons.
Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull
Indiana Jones fans were thrilled when a new movie was announced. But the over-the-top CGI left them feeling underwhelmed. From the infamous fridge-nuking scene to the cartoonish killer ants, the effects left a lot to be desired. We want the days of practical effects back!
Catwoman
Halle Berry’s performance as Catwoman couldn’t save this movie from its lackluster CGI. The effects looked more like a video game than a major motion picture, and fans were disappointed by the overall experience. It’s no wonder this film was such a flop.
The Matrix Reloaded
The original Matrix is a CGI masterpiece, but the sequel’s effects fell short. The infamous “Burly Brawl” scene, where Neo fights off countless Agent Smiths, looked more like a video game cutscene than a high-quality action sequence. It’s a shame such an iconic franchise could fall so far.
King Kong
Despite having a star-studded cast, King Kong’s CGI effects left many viewers feeling unimpressed. The titular ape didn’t look like a realistic creature, which really took audiences out of the action. Even the original 1933 film looked more realistic!
Skyscraper
Skyscraper tried to be a thrilling action movie, but the unrealistic CGI effects left many viewers feeling underwhelmed. The flames, the building, and even The Rock’s stunts felt artificial and took away from the tension. It seems many of the Rock’s movies have one thing in common – bad CGI!
Hulk
Before Mark Ruffalo became the beloved green giant, we had 2003’s Hulk, a CGI disappointment. The computer-generated effects looked cartoonish and unrealistic, and we think it’s better to leave this film in the past.
Air Force One
When Air Force One premiered, the CGI was criticized for being low quality and unrealistic. The plane’s crash landing didn’t look like something from a blockbuster action movie. However, given that this film was from the 90s, perhaps we can forgive it for having such poor CGI.
Jaws 3D
Jaws 3D tried to capitalize on the 3D trend, but the effects were anything but cutting-edge. The low-quality CGI sharks looked fake, making viewers feel more amused than scared. If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it!
Black Panther
Black Panther is a cultural milestone, but even this hit movie had some questionable CGI. It wasn’t just the final battle between T’Challa and Killmonger that looked strange. Throughout the film, T’Challa’s costumes looked quite…off. This film proves there is such a thing as too much CGI.
Birdemic
Birdemic’s CGI birds look more like poorly animated gifs than actual creatures. The effects are so bad that they’ve become a joke among fans, so it’s no surprise that the film has become a cult classic. Perhaps they’ll remake it with some better effects in the future.
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