Average ROI: NA
ROI Rank: NA
 
Well, let’s just say Issa López’s ROI is so high, it’s off the charts! Or should I say, off the Fresh Kernels Database charts? And with a status of F-List, she’s definitely not on Hollywood’s A-List, but she’s making bank nonetheless.
 

Issa López is a Mexican film director, screenwriter, and novelist. She was born on February 4, 1971, in Mexico City, Mexico. López began her career as a writer, publishing several novels and short stories before transitioning to filmmaking. She has directed several critically acclaimed films, including “Casi Divas” (2008), “Efectos Secundarios” (2006), and “Tigers Are Not Afraid” (2017). López is known for her unique storytelling style, which often blends elements of horror, fantasy, and social commentary. She has won numerous awards for her work, including the Best Director award at the 2017 Fantastic Fest for “Tigers Are Not Afraid.”
 

June 3, 1971
 

The birthplace of Director Issa López is Mexico City, Mexico.
 

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Average ROI: NA
ROI Rank: NA
 
Well, Jacques Cluzaud may not have a specific rank in the Fresh Kernels Database, but I’m sure he’s somewhere in the top 99.9%… of the B-List.
 

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Jacques Cluzaud was born in France.
 

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Average ROI: NA
ROI Rank: NA
 
Well, let’s just say James Frawley’s Average ROI rank is so low, it’s like trying to find Waldo in a sea of red and white stripes. And with a Status of F-List, it’s safe to say he won’t be directing any blockbusters anytime soon. Sorry, James.
 

James Frawley was an American film and television director, best known for his work on The Monkees television series and the film The Muppet Movie. He was born on September 29, 1936, in Houston, Texas, and passed away on January 22, 2019, in Indian Wells, California. Frawley began his career as an actor before transitioning to directing in the 1960s. He directed numerous television shows and films throughout his career, earning an Emmy Award for his work on The Monkees.
 

September 28, 1936
 

James Frawley was born in Houston, Texas.
 

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Average ROI: NA
ROI Rank: NA
 
Well, James Whale may not be at the top of the Fresh Kernels Database in terms of Average ROI, but at least he’s not in the bottom 1% like some other B-list directors. Let’s give him a solid 50% for effort!
 

James Whale was a British film director best known for his work in the horror genre during the 1930s. He directed several iconic films, including Frankenstein (1931) and The Bride of Frankenstein (1935). Whale’s unique visual style and use of humor in his horror films set him apart from other directors of the time. He also directed non-horror films, such as the musical Show Boat (1936). Whale’s career declined in the 1940s, and he retired from filmmaking in 1941. He died in 1957 at the age of 67.
 

July 21, 1889
 

James Whale was born in Dudley, England.
 

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Average ROI: 238%
ROI Rank: 248
 
Well, Jason Reitman may be on the B-List, but with a 248th ranking and an average ROI of 215%, he’s definitely not a B-movie director!
 

Jason Reitman is a Canadian-American film director, screenwriter, and producer. He was born on October 19, 1977, in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. Reitman is best known for directing films such as “Juno,” “Up in the Air,” and “Thank You for Smoking.” He is the son of director Ivan Reitman and has received numerous accolades for his work in the film industry.
 

October 19, 1977.
 

Jason Reitman was born in Montreal, Quebec, Canada.
 

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Average ROI: NA
ROI Rank: NA
 
Well, let’s just say Jean-Pierre Melville’s ROI is so high, he’s practically in a league of his own. He’s like the Michael Jordan of directors, except with less fame and a C-List status. But hey, a 100% ROI is nothing to sneeze at, even if he’s not in the top 10%.
 

Jean-Pierre Melville was a French film director, screenwriter, and actor. He was born on October 20, 1917, in Paris, France, and died on August 2, 1973, in Paris, France. Melville was known for his stylish and minimalist films, often featuring themes of crime and the French Resistance. Some of his most famous works include “Le Samouraï,” “Bob le Flambeur,” and “Army of Shadows.” Melville was a major influence on the French New Wave movement and is considered one of the greatest filmmakers in French cinema history.
 

October 20, 1917.
 

Jean-Pierre Melville was born in Paris, France.
 

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Average ROI: 455%
ROI Rank: 75
 
Well, Jennifer Lee may be on the F-List, but at least she’s in the top 4% of directors in terms of ROI. That’s something, right?
 

Jennifer Lee is an American film director, screenwriter, and producer. She is best known for co-directing the Disney animated film Frozen (2013), for which she won the Academy Award for Best Animated Feature. She also wrote and co-directed the sequel, Frozen II (2019). Lee has also worked on other Disney projects, including the screenplay for Wreck-It Ralph (2012) and the story for Zootopia (2016).
 

November 22, 1971.
 

Jennifer Lee was born in East Providence, Rhode Island.
 

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Average ROI: 380%
ROI Rank: 109
 
Well, Jim Gillespie may not be in the top 100, but at 109 he’s still in the top 6% of directors in the Fresh Kernels Database. And with his A-List status, he’s probably not too worried about those other 94% anyway.
 

Jim Gillespie is a British film director known for his work in the horror genre. He is best known for directing the 1997 slasher film “I Know What You Did Last Summer” and its sequel “I Still Know What You Did Last Summer.” He has also directed other horror films such as “D-Tox” and “Venom.”
 

July 25, 1963
 

Jim Gillespie was born in Liverpool, England.
 

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Average ROI: 67%
ROI Rank: 597
 
Well, Joe Carnahan may not be in the top 10% of directors in terms of ROI, 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?
 

Joe Carnahan is an American film director, screenwriter, and producer. He was born on May 9, 1969, in Sacramento, California. Carnahan is best known for directing the films “Narc,” “Smokin’ Aces,” “The A-Team,” and “The Grey.” He has also directed episodes of television shows such as “The Blacklist” and “The Mandalorian.” Carnahan is known for his gritty, action-packed style and his collaborations with actors such as Liam Neeson and Bradley Cooper.
 

January 9, 1969.
 

Joe Carnahan was born in Sacramento, California.
 

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Average ROI: -98%
ROI Rank: 1,028
 
Well, Joey Lauren Adams may not be in the top 50%, but at least she’s not in the bottom 50% either. And hey, being a B-List director is still better than being a C-List actor.
 

Joey Lauren Adams is an American actress, writer, and director. She is best known for her roles in films such as “Chasing Amy” and “Big Daddy.” As a director, she has directed several independent films, including “Come Early Morning” and “The Breakup Artist.” She has also written and produced for television, including the series “United States of Tara.”
 

April 9, 1968.
 

Joey Lauren Adams was born in North Little Rock, Arkansas.
 

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