19 Overrated Films That Get Too Much Attention

Overrated Movies That Have People Feeling Exhausted

It seems everywhere you turn, there’s buzz about certain films that many believe are overhyped. Recently, we asked our community what movies they feel get excessive praise and their responses were quite enlightening. Here’s a look at some films that folks think are talked about way too much.

1. A Christmas Story – “Just not my cup of tea,” shares one viewer.
2. 2. Saving Private Ryan – While celebrated for its intense D-Day scene, others feel let down by the rest of the movie’s screenplay and performances.
3. 3. Dune – Many viewers found this adaptation dragged, describing it as less engaging than the original novel.
4. 4. Avatar – Despite the visual effects being hailed, some viewers couldn’t connect with the characters or the predictable storyline, leading to disappointment after watching the sequel.
5. 5. Casablanca – A viewer expressed disdain for this classic, feeling it’s primarily appreciated by a specific demographic.
6. 6. The Dark Knight Rises – After the brilliance of The Dark Knight, many felt this sequel fell flat with a convoluted plot and lackluster action.
7. 7. Asteroid City – Described by one viewer as painfully dull, they couldn’t find the hype appealing at all.
8. 8. Scott Pilgrim vs. The World – Despite repeated viewings, some fans of Michael Cera couldn’t grasp why this film resonates with so many others.
9. 9. Brokeback Mountain – Critics believe the film relied too heavily on shock value, leaving them unsatisfied with the performances.
10. 10. Gladiator – One viewer even admitted to dozing off during this supposed epic.
11. 11. The Revenant – The struggle of the protagonist led one viewer to wish for a quicker escape from the film.
12. 12. Saw franchise – Simplified down to mere torture sequences, many have grown weary of it.
13. 13. It Follows – Hailed as a breathtaking horror film, some were left feeling regret after watching it.
14. 14. Midsommar – This movie left a viewer exclaiming it was simply dreadful.
15. 15. Fight Club – The response here is vague but suggests a similar sentiment of disillusionment.
16. 16. Napoleon Dynamite – Hype led one viewer to disappointment, labeling it as exceedingly dull.
17. 17. Manhattan – A viewer admitted they walked out, declaring it unwatchable.
18. 18. Gone with the Wind – Many have tried and failed to stay awake during this classic.
19. 19. Shawshank Redemption – Though not criticized as a bad film, there are those who believe it’s been overly glorified, associating it with a particular audience demographic.

What films do you think should make this list? Share your thoughts in the comments!