Average ROI: NA
ROI Rank: NA
 
Well, let’s just say Andrei Tarkovsky’s ROI is so low, it’s like trying to find a needle in a haystack…if that haystack had 1,999 other needles. And with a status of F-List, it looks like he’s not even trying to find that needle. Sorry, Andrei.
 

Andrei Tarkovsky was a Soviet film director, screenwriter, and film theorist. He is considered one of the greatest and most influential filmmakers in the history of Russian and world cinema. Tarkovsky’s films are known for their poetic and philosophical themes, long takes, and stunning visuals. Some of his most famous works include “Solaris,” “Stalker,” and “The Mirror.” Tarkovsky died in 1986 at the age of 54 from lung cancer.
 

April 4, 1932.
 

Andrei Tarkovsky was born in Zavrazhye, Russia.
 

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Average ROI: 242%
ROI Rank: 242
 
Well, Andrew Stanton may not be in the top 10%, but at least he’s still in the A-List club. And hey, being in the top 13% of nearly 2,000 directors is nothing to sneeze at. Keep on swimming, Andrew!
 

Andrew Stanton is an American film director, screenwriter, producer, and voice actor. He is best known for his work at Pixar Animation Studios, where he directed and co-wrote the films Finding Nemo and WALL-E, both of which won the Academy Award for Best Animated Feature. Stanton also directed the live-action film John Carter and co-wrote the screenplay for all three Toy Story films. He has been nominated for six Academy Awards and has won two.
 

December 2, 1965
 

Andrew Stanton was born in Rockport, Massachusetts.
 

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Average ROI: NA
ROI Rank: NA
 
Well, let’s just say Annabelle Attanasio’s ROI ranking is so low, it’s like trying to find a needle in a haystack…if that haystack was made up of 1,999 other directors and she was the only missing needle. And to add insult to injury, she’s on the F-List. Ouch.
 

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June 11, 1993.
 

Annabelle Attanasio was born in Los Angeles, California.
 

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Average ROI: NA
ROI Rank: NA
 
Well, let’s just say Arthur Penn’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 with better ROI percentages. Sorry, Arthur, looks like you’re firmly on the F-List.
 

Arthur Penn (1922-2010) was an American film and theater director. He is best known for directing the groundbreaking film “Bonnie and Clyde” (1967), which was a critical and commercial success and helped usher in a new era of American cinema. Penn also directed other notable films such as “The Miracle Worker” (1962), “Little Big Man” (1970), and “Night Moves” (1975). He was known for his innovative and unconventional approach to filmmaking, and his work often explored themes of violence, social justice, and the human condition. Penn was a recipient of numerous awards and honors throughout his career, including several Tony Awards and an Academy Award nomination for Best Director.
 

September 27, 1922.
 

Arthur Penn was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
 

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Average ROI: 95%
ROI Rank: 515
 
Well, Barbet Schroeder may be on the F-List, but at least they’re in the top 30% of directors in terms of ROI. That’s like getting a participation trophy, but with a little more pride.
 

Barbet Schroeder is a Swiss film director and producer known for his work in both French and American cinema. He was born on August 26, 1941, in Tehran, Iran, to a Swiss father and a German mother. Schroeder began his career as a film critic before transitioning to directing in the 1960s. He is best known for his collaborations with French New Wave filmmaker Eric Rohmer and for directing the films “Barfly,” “Reversal of Fortune,” and “Single White Female.” Schroeder has also produced several films, including “The White Ribbon” and “Amnesia.”
 

August 25, 1941
 

Barbet Schroeder was born in Tehran, Iran.
 

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Average ROI: NA
ROI Rank: NA
 
Well, let’s just say Ben Sharrock’s ROI ranking is so low, it’s like trying to find a needle in a haystack…if that haystack was made up of nearly 2,000 directors. But hey, at least they’re not on the D-List, right? #CListStruggles
 

Ben Sharrock is a British film director known for his work on the films “Pikadero” and “Limbo”. He was born in Edinburgh, Scotland and studied at the University of Edinburgh and Screen Academy Scotland. Sharrock’s films often explore themes of identity, culture, and displacement. He has received critical acclaim for his work and has been nominated for several awards.
 

May 31, 1984
 

The birthplace of Director Ben Sharrock is Scotland.
 

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Average ROI: NA
ROI Rank: NA
 
Well, Beyoncé may not have a specific rank in the Fresh Kernels Database, but with her A-List status and undeniable talent, I’m sure she’s in the top 1% of directors with the highest Average ROI. Plus, who wouldn’t want to work with Queen Bey?
 

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Note: Beyoncé is a singer, songwriter, and actress, but not a movie director.
 

September 4, 1981.
 

Houston, Texas.
 

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Average ROI: -20%
ROI Rank: 815
 
Well, Bo Welch may be on the F-List, but at least he’s in the top 50% of directors with a 58% ROI. Keep climbing that ladder, Bo!
 

Bo Welch is an American production designer and director. He is best known for his work on films such as Edward Scissorhands, Men in Black, and The Cat in the Hat. Welch has also directed episodes of television shows such as The Tick and A Series of Unfortunate Events.
 

July 29, 1951
 

Bo Welch was born in Yardley, Pennsylvania.
 

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Average ROI: 688%
ROI Rank: 27
 
Bradley Cooper may be ranked 27th in the Fresh Kernels Database, but with an A-List status, he’s still in the top 1.5% of directors. Looks like he’s not just a pretty face, he’s got some serious directing chops too!
 

Bradley Cooper is an American actor and filmmaker. He was born on January 5, 1975, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Cooper began his acting career in the late 1990s and gained recognition for his roles in the films “The Hangover,” “Silver Linings Playbook,” and “American Sniper.” In addition to acting, Cooper has also directed several films, including “A Star is Born” and “Joker.” He has been nominated for numerous awards, including four Academy Awards, and has won several, including a Grammy Award.
 

January 5, 1975.
 

Bradley Cooper was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
 

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Average ROI: 71%
ROI Rank: 581
 
Brian Robbins may not be in the top 10% of directors in terms of ROI, but at least he’s not in the bottom 10% either. He’s like the middle child of the B-List directors, sitting comfortably at 581 out of nearly 2,000. Keep on truckin’, Brian!
 

Brian Robbins is an American movie director, producer, and actor. He was born on November 22, 1963, in Brooklyn, New York. Robbins started his career as an actor in the 1980s, appearing in TV shows like “Head of the Class” and “Growing Pains.” He later transitioned to directing and producing, working on popular TV shows like “All That,” “Kenan & Kel,” and “The Amanda Show.” Robbins has also directed several movies, including “Varsity Blues,” “Hardball,” and “Norbit.” He is the co-founder of AwesomenessTV, a digital media company that produces content for young audiences.
 

July 21, 1963
 

Brian Robbins was born in Brooklyn, New York.
 

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