For most actors, the road to fame is quite difficult. Sometimes, to be noticed by famous film directors and invited to their films, they have to participate in films by little-known directors. But after several successful jobs, the actor takes part in the filming of a not-so-good movie that becomes a stain on his reputation. Unfortunately, not everyone manages to get rid of it.
Demi Moore, To the limit
The 1990 film Ghost: The Shadow of Love brought Demi Moore not only fame but also many prestigious awards and opportunities to take part in another filming. However, in 1996 she released the movie Striptease, which was not well received by the public or critics. Moore won the Golden Raspberry Award for her role as Erin Grant.
But the end of the actress's great film career was her role in the action film Hasta el Límite, which brought her another award for the worst female role. The actress said that Hasta el Límite is one of her favorite movies and that critics unfairly rated it. “It was a huge failure that has affected me and demotivated me,” she said in an interview. A senior film industry executive stated: “People just don't want to see it. We should force them to watch this movie.”
Lindsay Lohan, I know who killed me
In the late '90s and early '00s, Lindsay Lohan was one of the most in-demand actresses in Hollywood. However, in 2007, the low-budget horror film I Know Who Killed Me was released, in which absolutely everything went very wrong: from the script to the acting. In addition, at the time of filming, Lohan was undergoing treatment for many addictions and was often late or simply not on set, which also affected the directors' desire to work with her.
The movie I Know Who Killed Me was a complete disappointment, not only for viewers and critics but also for the actress. When one of her Twitter followers wrote that she had seen the movie twice in one night, Lohan replied: "Twice is too much."
Elizabeth Berkley Showgirls
The Showgirls movie was released in 1995 and got a lot of negative reviews not only from critics but also from viewers. As expected, it won several Golden Raspberry anti-awards. Simply put, Elizabeth Berkley's performance was rated "very bad."
Also, her fans didn't forgive her for her makeover; For many years, Elizabeth had been on a teen sitcom. The new fame affected Berkley's career: the directors did not want to rehire the actress, whose performance was the target of brutal criticism. Likewise, immediately after the film's release, even Elizabeth's agent dropped her.
Geena Davis, Cutthroat Island
In 1991, Geena Davis starred in the critically acclaimed film Thelma and Louise, for which she won several prestigious awards. However, four years later the film Cutthroat Island was released, which ended Davis's promising career in a heartbeat. With a budget of $98 million, the film only grossed $10 million. It was a huge box office flop. One reviewer said that Geena in the role of the pirate just looked like a fool.
The directors did not forgive the star after the failure of Cutthroat Island; she since then has not returned to have any serious role.
Chris Klein Rollerball
The handsome Oz from American Pie immediately won the love of viewers. Actor Chris Klein, the interpreter of the role and for whom it was her second film role, became famous. However, just a year after the second part of the franchise, Chris starred in Rollerball, the remake of the 1975 film of the same name. The film received terrible reviews from viewers and critics. Chris's fledgling career came crashing down in a heartbeat.
Jennifer Lopez, Gigli
The film Gigli, according to critics and viewers, was the worst in Ben Affleck's career. However, Ben was able to reclaim his reputation as an actor, which can't be said for his co-star Jennifer Lopez. Even though, before this failed film, the actress had participated in films such as Selena, she received a nomination for the Golden Raspberry Awards. Gigli ended her film career. Most people know Lopez as a singer and not an actress, and this role suits her perfectly.
The film also destroyed the career of director Martin Brest, who before Gigli made Perfume of a Woman, for which Al Pacino won an Oscar. After the resounding failure, Brest had to give up his directing career.
