Hollywood braced for the glamour of the Academy Awards, but a different kind of celebration unfolded elsewhere – the 46th Golden Raspberry Awards, honoring the year’s most spectacular cinematic failures.
One film dominated the night, earning a dubious distinction: the 2025 remake ofWar of the Worlds, starring Ice Cube, swept the Razzies with a total of five awards. The film was recognized for Worst Picture, Director, Screenplay, Remake, and, personally, Ice Cube was awarded Worst Actor.
The film reimagined H.G. Wells’ classic tale, following William “Will” Radford, played by Ice Cube, a Homeland Security operative battling an alien invasion. Its unique approach – presenting the story entirely through the screens of phones, computers, and tablets – failed to resonate with audiences or critics.
Critics were swift and unforgiving. The film currently holds a dismal 4% rating on Rotten Tomatoes and a shocking 6/100 on Metacritic, a testament to its widespread disapproval. Many pointed to the film’s sluggish pace and lackluster performances.
One reviewer noted the film felt less like a thrilling alien invasion and more like an extended advertisement for Amazon products, with mandatory ad breaks interrupting the already struggling narrative. The innovative concept quickly became a source of frustration rather than immersion.
Even those who actively seek out “bad movies” for entertainment found themselves disappointed. One observer described the film not as entertainingly awful, but simply lazy, dull, and devoid of any creative spark. It was a letdown even for those expecting a disaster.
Despite the overwhelmingly negative response, a few dissenting voices emerged. Some labeled the film “stupidly fun,” while others conceded it reached a level of badness that was almost… enjoyable. However, these opinions were largely drowned out by the chorus of criticism.
The Razzies also recognizedSnow White, awarding its CGI dwarves the prizes for Worst Supporting Actor and Worst Screen Combo, highlighting a year of questionable creative choices in Hollywood.
The film’s reception serves as a stark reminder that even ambitious concepts and familiar stories can fall flat when execution falters, leaving behind a legacy of cinematic infamy.
