10 Times Rotten Tomatoes and I Disagreed

***Disclaimer***

I will be ranking these movies in the following manner: The greater the divide between Rotten Tomatoes and I, the higher up on the list (and I am referring to the critic's score, not the audience score). I will also show Rotten Tomatoes' score on each one in addition to my score. I am curious to know what everyone thinks, please let me know in the comments below!

#1 - Brother Bear (70%)

This divide has always bothered me... It is criminal. Brother Bear is a spectacular film with a great message, and this Rotten Tomatoes score simply does not do it justice.

Like The Lion King, Brother Bear is a childhood classic with a breathtaking animation style, catchy songs and charming characters, yet it also covers heavy topics. It was one of the first movies I watched as a child that introduced me to the idea of death, overcoming grief and loss, and understanding others' perspectives. I can't understand why most critics do not seem to connect with this film.

#2 - Divergent (70%)

I have never understood the hate toward Divergent, I have always considered this a solid film. And no, it is not just a Hunger Games rip off.

Every time this movie was on TV, my family and I would sit down and watch. Though it is nice to see the audience score reflect my thoughts on this film, it definitely deserves more love. Shailene Woodley does an amazing job as our protagonist, it is refreshing to see Kate Winslet step into the role of the villain and you have to admit, the film's use of the song "Run Boy Run," by Woodkid is epic.

#3 - The Pebble and the Penguin (60%)

A little cringey at times, but The Pebble and the Penguin is a beautifully animated film with some great music. A score in the 30s is ridiculous. I always wanted to wear a beautiful flower accessory in my hair just like the one Marina wore in the film!

#4 - Atlantis: The Lost Empire (70%)

I have known for quite some time that the critic score for this was low, but I never realized the audience score was poor as well. What is this madness? Atlantis: The Lost Empire was one of my absolute favorite movies growing up. The film was exciting and action-packed, and its interpretation of what Atlantis might have looked like and what happened to it and its people I always found super interesting. A severely underrated movie that deserves more respect.

#5 - Alice in Wonderland 2010 (70%)

While Tim Burton is a little heavy-handed with the use of CGI in this film, from a storytelling and creative perspective, this is my favorite version of Alice in Wonderland I've seen. The characters are intriguing, the whimsical world Alice finds herself in is immersive and the tension we experience every time Helena Bonham Carter appears on screen is palpable. Sorry Rotten Tomatoes, can't agree with you here!

#6 - FernGully: The Last Rainforest (85%)

Another excellent film that while appreciated by critics and audiences to a certain degree, is not as widely respected as it should be. FernGully: The Last Rainforest is an amazing movie with a great message, it deserves at least an 80%!

Tim Curry as the voice of Hexxus and Robin Williams as the voice of Batty are perfect fits, the animation is fantastic and the film's main message is powerful: As human beings, we must learn, respect and teach others about our connectedness with nature to protect ourselves and the planet. The film conveys this message in a clever way so even young children can relate to it and walk away with at least a basic understanding—humans can be destructive, so to keep the fairies, the animals and the plants of the forest safe and healthy, things must change.

#7 - The Road to El Dorado (65%)

Not a great movie, but a classic I appreciated as a kid and still enjoy as an adult. At least the audience score is fair.

I remember laughing out loud every time my siblings and I sat down to watch this one. Miguel and Tulio are such a dynamic duo with big personalities, big plans and even bigger egos. Their friendship feels very realistic and raw—there for each other when it counts, but quick to latch onto drama and pettiness at times. Their banter and growth as characters make the film the classic it has become.

#8 - Balto (70%)

The audience score is right on the money when it comes to Balto. Again, I have no idea how such a heartfelt, beautifully animated film can receive such an average score from critics!

#9 - Les Mis (85%)

This bothers me quite a bit, as I consider Les Mis my favorite musical and a wonderful film, even making my top 10 list. The fact that it only scored in the 70s on both sides doesn't compute. It features an amazing cast, great singing and a unique cinematography style that always moves me to tears. Rotten Tomatoes, Les Mis deserves better!

#10 - The Greatest Showman (70%)

This is nowhere close to my favorite movie or musical, but there is a reason the critic score is so low while the audience score is very high: The Greatest Showman is an objectively good movie. A feel-good, sweet story, great cast, incredible music... At least a 65% to a 70% is a no-brainer!