In an era where Hollywood continues to rely heavily on recognizable intellectual property, Borderlands arrives with the kind of ingredients that usually signal a major studio hit. The film is based on a hugely popular video game franchise, features a colorful science fiction world, and brings together a cast filled with award winning and widely recognized talent. Yet despite those advantages, the film struggles to find its identity, particularly through its central character. At the center...

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