Land of the Lost (Universal’s Flops Vol. 1 #8)

Land of the Lost was released in 2009. (same year Sherlock Holmes came out) It received negative reviews from critics and failed to break even at the box office as a result of “The Hangover” becoming the number one comedy of the year. Land of the Lost won a Razzie Award for “Worst Prequel, Remake, […]

Mercury Rising (Universal’s Flops Vol. 1 #7)

I know what you’re thinking. “Mercury Rising” has something to do with the rise of late frontman Freddie Mercury. Maybe, a spin-off of “Sailor Moon” focusing on Sailor Mercury. Both are false. The premise is about a down-on-his luck FBI agent must a protect a little boy (who’s way on top of the spectrum) from […]

Rock-A-Doodle (MGM’s Flops Vol. 1 #8)

“Rock-A-Doodle” was officially released in 1991. (same year The Rocketeer came out) It was a critical and commercial failure damaging Don Bluth’s reputation as a respected filmmaker. The first major setback in Mr. Bluth’s career, followed by “A Troll in Central Park,” “The Pebble and the Penguin” & “Titan A.E.” Oh how the mighty have […]

Tank Girl (1995) (MGM’s Flops Vol. 1 #7)

In 1988, Jamie Hewlett (co-creator of the Gorillaz) & Alan Martin published a comic book titled, “Tank Girl.” Set in a post-apocalyptic Australia with a punk rock mood, the series revolves around the titular character in her absurd wacky misadventures driving a tank wreaking havoc. Basically, a cross between “Mad Max” & “Heavy Metal.” Tank […]

Mac and Me (MGM’s Flops Vol. 1 #6)

In the late 80s, McDonald’s decided to venture into the film industry by producing their ever first motion picture. For no apparent reason, they came up with an idea to make a movie loosely inspired by Steven Spielberg’s beloved classic, “E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial.” A trailer showed Ronald McDonald talking to the audience he’s making his […]

Dredd (2012) (Lionsgate’s Flops Vol. 1 #4)

In 1977, a British sci-fi comic book series known as “2000 AD,” created a character as a mix between a judge and police officer named, “Judge Dredd.” Set in a post-apocalyptic world, the titular character is a street judge whose job is to protect the streets of Mega-City One from criminal scum. He serves as […]