Which one do you hate the most?Hollywood keeps trying and failing with anime and manga adaptations. They´ve explored every genre possible, but it`sAmerican audiences still don`t care. It`s difficult to trust the quality of these films when end result is so often a disappointment.So what`s the best way to know what`s good, what`s bad, and what`s worst? With a list of course! These are the worst anime and manga adaptations Hollywood`s ever insulted our intelligence with.What are your least favorite anime adaptations ever? Let us know in the comments. Speed Racer (2008)Speed Racer is another financial disaster, but at least it`s entertaining, and captures some of the spirit of the anime. It`s bright, colorful, and plays out like a long acid trip. Then again, that`s very Wachowskis. It`s not the absolute worst, which you`ll see in the following slides. Ghost in the Shell (2017)Casting controversy aside, this film is terrible no matter who was cast. It`s offensive, dry, and all around ineffective as an adaptation. It would have been even worse if it weren`t for WETA and their stunning CGI work. Along with gorgeous costumes and alluring imagery, it saves the film from being a complete catastrophe. Blood: The Last Vampire (2009)The story is altered so much that it`s unrecognizable. To be fair, the main protagonist`s characteristics remain intact and the movie has a few enjoyable moments. It isn`t a great watch but underneath it all, there is potential there for something that could have been better. Dragon Ball Evolution (2009)Miscast, misdirected, and a complete mistake--critics have thrown the book at this one. Yet it`s managed a 14% score on Rotten Tomatoes when it should be at zero. The film is such a cinematic eyesore that many of those involved have gone on record to say they regret participating. Can you blame them? The Guyver (1991)One of the first anime adaptations to be made in Hollywood on the low budget circuit, this 1991 cheese-fest is ...
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