Average ROI: NA
ROI Rank: NA
 
Well, Sian Heder may not have a specific rank in the Fresh Kernels Database, but I’m sure they’re in the top 0.0001% of directors with a Status of F-List. That’s gotta count for something, right?
 

Sian Heder is an American film and television writer, director, and producer. She is best known for her work on the Netflix series “Orange Is the New Black” and for directing the films “Tallulah” and “CODA.” Heder began her career as a writer on the television series “Men in Trees” and “The Carmichael Show.” She has received critical acclaim for her work, including nominations for the Sundance Grand Jury Prize and the Independent Spirit Award for Best First Screenplay.
 

October 23, 1977.
 

Sian Heder was born in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
 

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Average ROI: 26%
ROI Rank: 697
 
Well, Stan Dragoti may be on the F-List, but at least he’s in the top 35% of directors in terms of ROI. That’s like being the tallest dwarf in the circus!
 

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July 4, 1932.
 

The birthplace of Director Stan Dragoti is New York City, New York.
 

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Average ROI: NA
ROI Rank: NA
 
Well, let’s just say Stephen Cone’s ROI ranking is so low, it’s like trying to find a needle in a haystack…if the haystack was made up of 1,999 other directors and he was the only needle. And with a status of F-List, it looks like he might need to start considering a career change. Sorry, Stephen.
 

Stephen Cone is an American film director, writer, and actor known for his work in independent cinema. He was born on February 8, 1978, in South Carolina, and grew up in the suburbs of Chicago. Cone has directed several critically acclaimed films, including “The Wise Kids,” “Henry Gamble’s Birthday Party,” and “Princess Cyd.” He is known for his exploration of themes such as religion, sexuality, and family dynamics in his films. Cone has also worked as a theater director and has written several plays.
 

November 9, 1977.
 

Stephen Cone was born in South Carolina.
 

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Average ROI: NA
ROI Rank: NA
 
Well, let’s just say Steve Franks is so far down the list that he’s practically in the negatives. His F-List status is just the cherry on top of that sad ROI percentage.
 

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December 7, 1969
 

The birthplace of Director Steve Franks is San Francisco, California.
 

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Average ROI: NA
ROI Rank: NA
 
Well, let’s just say Stig Björkman’s ROI is so low, it’s like trying to find a needle in a haystack…if the haystack was made up of 1,999 other directors and he was the only needle. And with a status of F-List, it looks like he’s not even trying to be found. Sorry, Stig.
 

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Stig Björkman was born in Sollefteå, Sweden.
 

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Average ROI: 102%
ROI Rank: 501
 
Well, Takashi Miike may be on the D-List, but at least he’s in the top 25% of directors with a 501 ranking. I guess you could say he’s the middle child of the Fresh Kernels Database.
 

Takashi Miike is a Japanese film director known for his prolific output and extreme and often controversial content. He has directed over 100 films in a variety of genres, including horror, action, and comedy. Some of his most well-known works include “Audition,” “Ichi the Killer,” and “13 Assassins.” Miike’s films often feature graphic violence and sexual content, and he has been criticized for his depictions of women and minorities. Despite this, he has gained a cult following and is considered one of the most influential directors in Japanese cinema.
 

August 24, 1960.
 

Takashi Miike was born in Yao, Osaka, Japan.
 

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Average ROI: 6%
ROI Rank: 760
 
Well, Terrence Malick may not be at the top of the ROI charts, but at least he’s not in the bottom 10%. And hey, being on the B-List is still better than being on the ‘Who’s That?’ list.
 

Terrence Malick is an American film director, screenwriter, and producer. He was born on November 30, 1943, in Ottawa, Illinois. Malick is known for his poetic and visually stunning films, which often explore themes of nature, spirituality, and the human condition. Some of his most notable works include “Badlands,” “Days of Heaven,” “The Thin Red Line,” “The Tree of Life,” and “A Hidden Life.” Malick is also known for his reclusive nature and his tendency to take long breaks between films. Despite this, he has been widely praised for his unique and influential contributions to the world of cinema.
 

November 29, 1943
 

Terrence Malick was born in Ottawa, Illinois.
 

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Average ROI: 91%
ROI Rank: 526
 
Well, Tim Johnson may not be in the top 10%, but at least he’s not in the bottom 10%… oh wait, he’s on the F-List. Nevermind.
 

Tim Johnson is an American film director, writer, and producer. He is best known for directing the DreamWorks animated films “Antz” and “Home.” Johnson has also worked on other animated projects such as “Over the Hedge” and “Sinbad: Legend of the Seven Seas.” He has won several awards for his work in animation, including an Annie Award for Best Director for “Antz.”
 

July 24, 1961
 

Tim Johnson was born in Osseo, Minnesota.
 

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Average ROI: -14%
ROI Rank: 805
 
Well, Tom Hanks may not be in the top 10% of directors in terms of ROI, but with a rank of 805 out of nearly 2,000, he’s still an A-Lister in our hearts.
 

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July 9, 1956.
 

Tom Hanks was born in Concord, California.
 

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Average ROI: -83%
ROI Rank: 980
 
Well, Tono Errando may be on the F-List, but at least they’re in the top 50% of directors with a 49% ROI. That’s gotta count for something, right?
 

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The birthplace of Director Tono Errando is unknown to me.
 

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