Average ROI: NA
ROI Rank: NA
 
Well, let’s just say Jane Pollard’s ROI is so low, she’s practically in the negatives. She’s definitely living up to her F-List status. Sorry, Jane.
 

Jane Pollard is a British film director and writer. She is best known for co-directing the documentary-drama film “20,000 Days on Earth” with Iain Forsyth, which follows a fictionalized day in the life of musician Nick Cave. Pollard has also directed music videos for artists such as Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds, Kylie Minogue, and The xx.
 

June 10, 1972
 

Jane Pollard was born in the United Kingdom.
 

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Average ROI: NA
ROI Rank: NA
 
Well, let’s just say Jean Renoir’s ROI is so low, it’s practically underground. He’s definitely not making the A-list anytime soon, but hey, at least he’s not alone in the C-list club.
 

Jean Renoir was a French film director, screenwriter, and actor. He was born on September 15, 1894, in Paris, France, and died on February 12, 1979, in Beverly Hills, California, USA. Renoir is considered one of the greatest filmmakers in the history of cinema, known for his humanistic approach to storytelling and his innovative use of camera techniques. Some of his most famous films include “Grand Illusion,” “The Rules of the Game,” and “La Bête Humaine.” Renoir’s work has had a significant influence on the development of modern cinema, and he is widely regarded as a master of the art form.
 

September 14, 1894
 

Jean Renoir was born in Paris, France.
 

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Average ROI: NA
ROI Rank: NA
 
Well, Jeff Rowe may not have a rank in the Fresh Kernels Database, but I’m sure he’s at least in the top 0.0001% of directors when it comes to making his mom proud. And hey, being on the F-List just means he’s got plenty of room for improvement, right?
 

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June 27, 1977
 

Jeff Rowe was born in the United States.
 

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Average ROI: NA
ROI Rank: NA
 
Well, let’s just say Jerry Rothwell’s ROI ranking is so low, it’s like trying to find Waldo in a sea of red and white stripes. And with a D-List status, he might need to start considering a career change to become a professional Waldo impersonator.
 

Jerry Rothwell is a British documentary filmmaker known for his socially and politically engaged films. He has directed several award-winning documentaries, including “Sour Grapes,” “How to Change the World,” and “The Reason I Jump.” Rothwell’s films often explore themes of activism, environmentalism, and social justice. He has also worked as a producer and executive producer on numerous documentaries.
 

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The birthplace of Director Jerry Rothwell is in London, United Kingdom.
 

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Average ROI: NA
ROI Rank: NA
 
Well, Jirí Menzel may not have a specific rank in the Fresh Kernels Database, but with a Status of F-List, I’m guessing his Average ROI is somewhere around the “I spent more on craft services than I made at the box office” range. Maybe a solid 0.5%?
 

Jirí Menzel is a Czech film director, screenwriter, and actor. He was born on February 23, 1938, in Prague, Czechoslovakia. Menzel is best known for his work in the Czech New Wave movement of the 1960s, particularly his film “Closely Watched Trains,” which won the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film in 1968. He has directed over 20 films and has won numerous awards for his work. Menzel continues to work in the film industry and is considered one of the most important Czech directors of all time.
 

February 22, 1938
 

Jirí Menzel was born in Prague, Czechoslovakia (now the Czech Republic).
 

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Average ROI: 309%
ROI Rank: 163
 
Joe Russo may be ranked 163 out of nearly 2,000 directors in the Fresh Kernels Database, but with an A-List status, he’s still in the top 10%…of the alphabet.
 

Joe Russo is an American film director, producer, and screenwriter. He is best known for co-directing several Marvel Cinematic Universe films, including Captain America: The Winter Soldier, Captain America: Civil War, Avengers: Infinity War, and Avengers: Endgame, alongside his brother Anthony Russo. Prior to his work in the MCU, Russo directed several television shows, including Arrested Development and Community. He has also produced films such as You, Me and Dupree and Welcome to Collinwood.
 

November 8, 1971.
 

Joe Russo was born in Cleveland, Ohio.
 

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Average ROI: 198%
ROI Rank: 314
 
Well, John Carpenter may be a B-List director, but he’s definitely in the A+ range when it comes to ROI, ranking in the top 16% of directors in the Fresh Kernels Database. Looks like he knows how to make a killer movie without killing the budget!
 

John Carpenter is an American filmmaker, screenwriter, and composer. He is best known for directing and writing horror and science fiction films such as Halloween, The Thing, and Escape from New York. Carpenter’s films often feature a distinctive synthesizer score, which he composes himself. He has been praised for his ability to create suspense and tension in his films, as well as his use of practical effects. Carpenter has also been recognized for his influence on the horror genre and his contributions to independent filmmaking.
 

January 16, 1948.
 

John Carpenter was born in Carthage, New York.
 

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ROI Rank: NA
 
Well, let’s just say John M. Stahl’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 with a status of F-List, it’s safe to say he won’t be winning any awards anytime soon. Sorry, John.
 

John M. Stahl was an American film director and producer, born on January 21, 1886, in New York City. He began his career in the film industry in the 1910s as an actor and later transitioned to directing. Stahl directed over 50 films throughout his career, including the critically acclaimed films “Leave Her to Heaven” (1945) and “Imitation of Life” (1934). He was known for his melodramatic style and his ability to bring out strong performances from his actors. Stahl passed away on January 12, 1950, in Hollywood, California.
 

August 20, 1886
 

John M. Stahl was born in New York City.
 

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Average ROI: NA
ROI Rank: NA
 
Well, let’s just say John Scheinfeld’s ROI ranking is somewhere between “I’ve never heard of them” and “Oh yeah, I think I saw their name on a DVD once.” But hey, at least they made it onto the Fresh Kernels Database, right? #CListStatus
 

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January 5, 1956
 

John Scheinfeld was born in Chicago, Illinois.
 

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Average ROI: 9,675%
ROI Rank: 4
 
Well, Jonathan Caouette may be a C-List director, but with a rank of 4 out of nearly 2,000 directors in the Fresh Kernels Database, he’s definitely in the top 0.2%! Maybe he should start demanding A-List treatment on set.
 

Jonathan Caouette is an American filmmaker, actor, and writer. He is best known for his autobiographical documentary film “Tarnation” (2003), which he directed, edited, and starred in. The film premiered at the Sundance Film Festival and received critical acclaim for its innovative use of home video footage and its raw portrayal of Caouette’s troubled family history. Caouette has since directed several other films, including “All Tomorrow’s Parties” (2009) and “Walk Away Renee” (2011).
 

December 26, 1972.
 

Jonathan Caouette was born in Houston, Texas.
 

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