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These 5 Movies Turn 20, But You'll Wish They Didn't!

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This year marks the 20th anniversary of several movies, including a sequel to The Devil Wears Prada. While some films are celebrated, others such as The Pink Panther remake may be best forgotten.

The Pink Panther

A ring with the Pink Panther diamond goes missing after its owner is murdered. Inspector Jacques Clouseau, played by Steve Martin, becomes part of the investigation. Despite being incompetent, he trails the killer through various misadventures. The movie was criticized for deviating from the original films' charm and humor.

Garfield: A Tail of Two Kitties

In this sequel, Jon Arbuckle follows his girlfriend to London, inadvertently bringing Garfield along. Mistaken for royalty, Garfield faces challenges when Lord Dargis schemes against him. With poor reviews and humor aimed at children, it earned a Razzie nomination.

Eragon

The adaptation of the novel Eragon disappointed fans with its script and lack of originality. It tells the story of Eragon, who finds a dragon egg that could restore peace against an evil monarch. Despite promising special effects, the film failed to capture the book's depth.

When a Stranger Calls

This horror film remake focuses on a babysitter receiving threatening calls while caring for children. Critics noted that it expanded an iconic short scene into a full-length movie but lacked suspense and originality found in the original.

The Da Vinci Code

Tom Hanks stars in The Da Vinci Code as Robert Langdon. Adapted from Dan Brown's novel, it involves solving a murder linked to secrets in Leonardo da Vinci’s works. The film's complexity drew criticism for failing to replicate the book's intrigue.