Even After 20 Years, Fans Still Can’t Forget “the Worst Basketball Scene in Cinema History” from ‘Catwoman’

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As a seasoned gamer with over three decades of film critique under my belt, I can confidently say that the 2004 disasterpiece known as Catwoman has to be one of the most disappointing films I’ve ever had the misfortune of watching. Even after two whole decades, it remains a blight on the cinematic landscape that no amount of time or forgiveness can erase.

Regarding superhero films, it’s widely acknowledged that the 2004 movie “Catwoman,” starring Halle Berry, is one of the worst. Despite the passage of 20 years, this film continues to be seen as a disorganized flop that few enjoy; even movies with poor reviews can sometimes gain cult status after some time, but “Catwoman” has not managed to achieve this feat either.

Looking back, there’s nothing particularly commendable about this film, despite Halle Berry’s valiant efforts with a weak script that shouldn’t be held against her for the movie’s lack of success. Unfortunately, other aspects fell short as well. The portrayal of the iconic comic book character was disappointing and the movie itself wasn’t compelling on its own.

20 years since its release, fans continue to express astonishment about a specific scene in the movie that they consider to be among the poorest scenes ever filmed in cinema history. If you’re skeptical, feel free to check it out for yourself and see if you agree.

The specific moment under discussion is often referred to as the “basketball” encounter between Patience Phillips, portrayed by Halle Berry, and Tom Lone, played by Benjamin Bratt. This scene was executed so poorly that without the presence of a basketball, it would be challenging to identify what sport, if any, they were engaging in. Here’s a link for you to check it out: [Link provided] Do you find it excessive? Take a look and decide for yourself.

some bullshit man lmao

— bum (@BattleRapBum) August 31, 2024

If you believe that we’re the only ones disliking this basketball scene, let me share some fan reactions that demonstrate the widespread disdain for this scene and the reasons it’s often regarded as the most disliked basketball scene ever depicted on film.

Picture a scenario where two individuals are engaged in an unusual activity, like dancing intensely together, right in the middle of a basketball court. Meanwhile, spectators, mostly kids, are cheering them on, seemingly unaware or unfazed by this peculiar scene.

— 🐦‍⬛BLACCBIRD🐦‍⬛ (@86dYa) September 1, 2024

It’s worth noting that crafting anything, whether it’s writing, acting, or directing, can be quite challenging. Generally, I try to offer understanding because I recognize everyone is doing their best. However, I find myself questioning the wisdom behind presenting this particular work on screen.

— Brian Mochtyak (@brian_mochtyak) September 1, 2024

The camera work on here is nauseating to even watch, idk why they did so much cuts

— Austin (@NoChill_Austin) September 1, 2024

Nothing beats the absurdity of staged sporting events, performed by folks who’ve likely never set foot on a real field. As a dedicated gamer, I can’t help but chuckle at the disconnect between their scripted actions and my own gaming experiences where I’ve sweat it out on virtual fields.

— MultifamilyRoadmap🏢🟠 (@MFRoadmap) September 1, 2024

That mf had a clear lane to the rack and decided to post her up straight trash 😭🗑️

— Sensei Rah ☔️☔️⚡️ (@RahDope) September 1, 2024

I need to know who is responsible for this and there need to be consequences

— raspy aspie ⏩ (@raspy_aspie) September 2, 2024

In a creative rephrasing, for a Wikipedia plot summary of this scene, one could write:

— Andrew O’Connor-Watts (@nbaWatts) September 2, 2024

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2024-09-02 16:44