Average ROI: 77%
ROI Rank: 559
 
Well, Edward Burns may not be in the top 10%, but at least he’s not in the bottom 10% either. And hey, being ranked 559 out of nearly 2,000 directors is still pretty impressive. I’d say he’s definitely A-List in our hearts.
 

Edward Burns is an American actor, writer, and director. He was born on January 29, 1968, in Woodside, Queens, New York City. Burns began his career in the film industry in the mid-1990s, with his debut film “The Brothers McMullen” (1995), which he wrote, directed, and starred in. The film won the Grand Jury Prize at the Sundance Film Festival and launched Burns’ career as a filmmaker. He has since directed and acted in several films, including “She’s the One” (1996), “Sidewalks of New York” (2001), and “The Fitzgerald Family Christmas” (2012). Burns is known for his independent filmmaking style and his focus on character-driven stories.
 

January 29, 1968.
 

Edward Burns was born in Woodside, Queens, New York City.
 

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Average ROI: NA
ROI Rank: NA
 
Well, let’s just say Elyse Steinberg’s ROI is so high, she’s practically in a different tax bracket than the rest of the directors. But don’t worry, she’s still a C-Lister in our hearts.
 

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Elyse Steinberg was born in New York City.
 

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Average ROI: 78%
ROI Rank: 554
 
Eric Leighton may not be in the top 10% of directors in terms of ROI, but at least he’s still on the A-List and not stuck directing infomercials for the local cable channel.
 

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Eric Leighton was born in Toronto, Canada.
 

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Average ROI: 438%
ROI Rank: 87
 
Well, Fabián Bielinsky may be on the F-List, but at least he’s in the top 5% of directors in terms of ROI. So, he’s like the cool kid in detention – still better than the rest!
 

Fabián Bielinsky was an Argentine film director, screenwriter, and producer. He was born on February 3, 1959, in Buenos Aires, Argentina, and died on June 28, 2006, in the same city. Bielinsky is best known for his films “Nine Queens” (2000) and “The Aura” (2005), both of which received critical acclaim and international recognition. He began his career as a commercial director before transitioning to feature films. Bielinsky’s work is characterized by his attention to detail, complex narratives, and exploration of human nature. Despite his relatively short career, Bielinsky is considered one of the most influential filmmakers in Argentine cinema.
 

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The birthplace of Director Fabián Bielinsky is Buenos Aires, Argentina.
 

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Average ROI: NA
ROI Rank: NA
 
Well, let’s just say Florian Zeller’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, Florian.
 

Florian Zeller is a French playwright and filmmaker. He is best known for his plays, which have been performed in numerous countries and languages. In 2020, he made his directorial debut with the film “The Father,” which received critical acclaim and earned him an Academy Award for Best Adapted Screenplay. Prior to his work in film, Zeller was a prolific playwright, with works including “The Height of the Storm,” “The Mother,” and “The Father.”
 

September 20, 1979.
 

Florian Zeller was born in Paris, France.
 

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Average ROI: 158%
ROI Rank: 367
 
Well, Frank Miller and Quentin Tarantino may not be at the top of the Fresh Kernels Database in terms of ROI, but at least they’re not sitting at the F-List table with Tommy Wiseau and Uwe Boll. They’re like the cool kids in high school who may not be straight-A students, but everyone still wants to hang out with them. They’re in the top 20% with a respectable 83% ROI.
 

Frank Miller is an American comic book writer, artist, and film director known for his dark and gritty style. He is best known for his work on the comic book series “Sin City” and “300,” both of which were adapted into successful films. Miller also directed the film adaptation of “The Spirit.”

Quentin Tarantino is an American filmmaker, screenwriter, and actor known for his unique and often controversial style. He is best known for directing films such as “Pulp Fiction,” “Kill Bill,” and “Django Unchained.” Tarantino has won numerous awards for his work, including two Academy Awards for Best Original Screenplay. He often incorporates elements of pop culture and references to other films into his work.
 

March 17, 1957 for Frank Miller and March 27, 1963 for Quentin Tarantino.
 

The birthplace for Director Frank Miller is Olney, Maryland and the birthplace for Quentin Tarantino is Knoxville, Tennessee.
 

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Average ROI: -26%
ROI Rank: 832
 
Well, Gaëtan Brizzi may be on the F-List, but at least they’re in the top 50% of directors with a rank of 832! That’s a solid 58% better than half of the other directors in the Fresh Kernels Database. Keep climbing that ladder, Gaëtan!
 

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June 7, 1958
 

Gaëtan Brizzi was born in Paris, France.
 

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Average ROI: 44%
ROI Rank: 658
 
Well, George A. Romero may not be in the top 10%, but at least he’s not in the bottom 10% either. And hey, being a B-List director is still better than being a C-List celebrity, right?
 

George A. Romero was an American filmmaker, writer, and editor, best known for his work in the horror genre. He was born on February 4, 1940, in New York City and passed away on July 16, 2017. Romero is considered the father of the modern zombie film, having directed and co-written the classic horror movie “Night of the Living Dead” in 1968. He went on to direct several other horror films, including “Dawn of the Dead,” “Day of the Dead,” and “Land of the Dead.” Romero’s films often explored social and political themes, and his work has had a significant impact on the horror genre.
 

February 3, 1940
 

George A. Romero was born in New York City, New York.
 

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Average ROI: 107%
ROI Rank: 483
 
George Tillman Jr. may be on the B-List, but with a ranking of 483 out of nearly 2,000 directors, he’s definitely in the top 25%…of the middle of the pack.
 

George Tillman Jr. is an American film director, producer, and screenwriter. He was born on January 26, 1969, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Tillman is best known for directing films such as “Soul Food,” “Men of Honor,” “Notorious,” and “The Hate U Give.” He has also produced several films, including “Barbershop” and “Roll Bounce.” Tillman began his career in the film industry as a production assistant and worked his way up to become a successful director. He has received numerous awards and nominations for his work, including an NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Directing in a Motion Picture.
 

November 26, 1969.
 

George Tillman Jr. was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
 

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Average ROI: NA
ROI Rank: NA
 
Well, Göran Olsson may not have a rank in the Fresh Kernels Database, but I’m pretty sure he’s in the F-List status. Maybe he should consider changing his name to Göran “No ROI” Olsson. Sorry, Göran.
 

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June 16, 1965
 

Göran Olsson was born in Sweden.
 

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