New Addition to Rotten Tomatoes' List of Worst Films, Available for Streaming

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The new action comedy film Freelance has received a 0% positive rating on Rotten Tomatoes, joining a list of other poorly rated movies.

Critics condemn the movie due to its abysmal script, absence of humor, and uninspiring action sequences, resulting in a substandard production. Nevertheless, Freelance is currently being shown in theaters, catering to the curiosity of audiences willing to witness this supposed failure.

The latest movie launch for Freelance has been far from successful. With a 0% positive rating on Rotten Tomatoes, it has earned the joint-lowest score in the website's history. Starring Alison Brie and John Cena, the action comedy revolves around Brie's character's journey to South America for an interview with President Venegas, played by Juan Pablo Raba. Cena's character is enlisted to accompany her, and when a military coup unfolds, all three must join forces to ensure their survival. This leads to a clash of cultures that necessitates the use of their unique skills to overcome the ordeal and come out alive. Fortunately for Cena, despite the film's poor reviews, his performance remains obscured.

Other films that have been fortunate enough to receive a 0% rating from Rotten Tomatoes include titles like Gotti, Ballistic: Ecks vs. Sever, and Jaws: The Revenge. It was famously remarked by Michael Caine that he had "never seen the film but by all accounts it is terrible. However, I have seen the house that it built, and it is terrific."

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In his review, Ross Bonaime of Our website expressed his disappointment with the film, describing it as "abysmal." He felt that Cena and Brie deserved better considering the poor script and lack of humor. Bonaime did find the end-credits bloopers to be the funniest part of the film.

Directed by Pierre Morel, known for films such as Taken, From Paris with Love, and the poorly received Peppermint, Freelance continues his streak of unimpressive action movies. The film gives off a cheaply made vibe, with scenes appearing to be shot in studio lots and with the help of green screens. The action fails to excite, the comedic moments fall flat, and the pacing feels disjointed. Freelance takes an excessive amount of time to kickstart the plot, as Cena's character, Mason, spends a significant portion of the film complaining about his life before the story truly begins in Paldonia. Morel fails to transform this movie into the epic adventure it seems to aspire to be.

Where Can I Watch 'Freelance'?

If you're curious and still want to see what sounds like a terrible movie, Freelance is currently playing in theaters. Use the links below to find showtimes for Freelance at a theater near you.

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Freelance

Release Date October 27, 2023Director Pierre MorelCast Alison Brie, John Cena, Alice Eve, Christian SlaterRating RRuntime 109 minutesMain Genre Action

Editor's P/S

As a Gen Z netizen, I feel intrigued and amused by the idea of watching a movie that has received such overwhelmingly negative reviews. The prospect of witnessing a cinematic disaster can be strangely captivating, and I find myself wanting to form my own opinion about Freelance. The fact that it has earned a 0% positive rating on Rotten Tomatoes, placing it among the worst movies ever, only adds to its allure. It's almost like a morbid curiosity that compels me to seek it out.

However, I also approach Freelance with a sense of caution. The reviews paint a bleak picture, describing it as abysmal, unfunny, and uninspiring. I'm prepared for the possibility of being disappointed, but I'm also open to the chance of finding some redeeming qualities in the film. After all, everyone's taste in movies is subjective, and what one person finds terrible, another might find entertaining. In the end, I believe it's worth giving Freelance a shot, if only to satisfy my curiosity and see for myself how bad it truly is.