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Hollywood Icons That Proved Critics Wrong with Cult Classic Hits

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Key Takeaways:
– A number of A-list stars including Tom Cruise, Robin Williams, Keanu Reeves, and more have defied critics with successful movies that garnered cult following.
– Tom Cruise’s Vanilla Sky and Robin Williams’ Hook, while initially meeting with mixed to negative reviews, later enjoyed immense audience approval and box office success.
– Although the Rocky series has been praised overall, Rocky IV faced criticism yet received audience admiration and massive box office returns.
– Keanu Reeves’ Constantine and Bruce Willis’ The Last Boy Scout divided critics but were well-received by audiences.
– Despite mixed reviews, films like Nicolas Cage’s Gone in 60 Seconds, Ben Stiller’s Night at the Museum, and Bette Midler’s The First Wives Club, earned big at the box office and gained significant audience approval.

Alluring Audiences Beyond Criticism

Several acclaimed actors have managed to captivate viewers with performances that initially failed to impress critics. These film stars have created cinematic magic that has stunned audiences and left ratings high, proving that audience perception often surpasses the critics’ verdict.

Vanilla Sky: Tom Cruise’s Cult Classic

Known for his roles in action films, Tom Cruise surprised viewers with his performance in Vanilla Sky, a 2001 psychological thriller. While the film was met with mixed critical reviews, it amassed over $200 million worldwide at the box office and gained a cult following. The film’s audience score of 72% starkly contrasts the 49% critics’ score, highlighting Cruise’s popularity beyond critical opinion.

Robin Williams Captivates in Hook

Despite mixed critical responses, legendary actor Robin Williams received audience acclaim for his portrayal of Peter Pan in Hook. The film grossed $300 million at the box office and secured an impressive 76% audience score despite a meager 28% critic rating, sparking a heightened appreciation for Williams’ versatility.

Rocky IV: A Stallone Spectacle

Rocky IV, part of the immensely popular Rocky franchise, faced flak upon release with a low 40% critic score. However, audiences appreciated the film, boosting its score to a respectable 79%. The film went on to gross $300 million, becoming the highest-grossing installment of the franchise till then.

Keanu Reeves Stuns in Constantine

Actor Keanu Reeves proved his star power with the 2005 film Constantine, despite it earning a divisive critical response. The film raked in $230.9 million worldwide and scored 72% among audiences, making it another addition to Reeves’ successful career trajectory.

The Last Boy Scout: Willis Wins, Yet Again

With mixed critical reviews, Bruce Willis’ thriller The Last Boy Scout managed to gain a cult following and earn a 68% audience score. The film grossed $59.5 million domestically, further cementing Willis’ drawing power at the box office.

Cage Captivates in Gone in 60 Seconds

Nicolas Cage’s action-packed film Gone in 60 Seconds initially earned negative reviews but later grossed $237 million at the box office. The film has since gained a cult following with a 77% audience score and forms part of Cage’s filmography that has often outperformed critical opinion.

Night at the Museum: Stiller Shines

Ben Stiller’s Night at the Museum, which had a 42% critic score, later earned a 67% audience score and grossed a whopping $574 million worldwide. The film is now a cult classic, further showcasing Stiller’s acclaimed comedic timing.

Midler’s Success with The First Wives Club

Bette Midler’s comedy, The First Wives Club, earned $181 million at the box office and received a 68% audience score despite only securing a 50% critic score. Midler continued to charm audiences with her performances, consistently defying initial critical perception.

Conclusion

The success of these films indicates that critical reviews are not always predictive of audience reception or commercial accomplishment. These iconic film stars have proven their skills by giving enduring performances that continue to be appreciated by audiences worldwide, regardless of the initial critical opinion.

 

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