Average ROI: 143%
ROI Rank: 398
 
Well, Mel Gibson may not be in the top 10%, but at least he’s still in the A-List club. And hey, 398 out of nearly 2,000 directors isn’t too shabby – that’s like being in the top 20%…right?
 

Mel Gibson is an Australian-American actor and filmmaker. He was born on January 3, 1956, in Peekskill, New York. Gibson began his acting career in the late 1970s, and his breakthrough role came in the 1980 film “Mad Max.” He went on to star in several successful films, including “Lethal Weapon,” “Braveheart,” and “The Patriot.” In addition to acting, Gibson has also directed several films, including “Braveheart,” which won five Academy Awards, including Best Picture and Best Director. Despite his success, Gibson has been the subject of controversy due to his personal life and controversial statements.
 

January 3, 1956.
 

Mel Gibson was born in Peekskill, New York.
 

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Average ROI: NA
ROI Rank: NA
 
Well, Michael Dudok may not have a specific rank in the Fresh Kernels Database, but I’m pretty sure he’s in the top 0.0000000001% of directors when it comes to making me laugh. Too bad his status is F-List, but hey, at least he’s on a list, right?
 

Michael Dudok is a Dutch animator, illustrator, and director known for his award-winning short films, including “The Monk and the Fish” and “Father and Daughter.” He has also directed commercials and music videos. Dudok’s work often explores themes of loss, memory, and the passage of time.
 

June 27, 1957
 

The birthplace of Director Michael Dudok is Nijmegen, Netherlands.
 

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Average ROI: -97%
ROI Rank: 1,025
 
Well, Michael Roemer may not be in the top 50%, but at least he’s not in the bottom 50%…oh wait, he’s on the F-List. Nevermind.
 

Michael Roemer was an American film director, screenwriter, and producer. He was born on April 1, 1928, in Berlin, Germany, and immigrated to the United States in 1938. Roemer is best known for his films “Nothing But a Man” (1964) and “The Plot Against Harry” (1969). He also directed several television shows, including “The Defenders” and “NYPD.” Roemer passed away on May 8, 2018, at the age of 90.
 

May 31, 1928
 

Michael Roemer was born in Berlin, Germany.
 

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Average ROI: 65%
ROI Rank: 599
 
Well, Miguel Arteta may be ranked 599 out of nearly 2,000 directors in the Fresh Kernels Database, but at least he’s not on the Z-list…yet.
 

Miguel Arteta is a movie director known for his work on independent films such as “Chuck & Buck,” “The Good Girl,” and “Beatriz at Dinner.” He was born in San Juan, Puerto Rico, and raised in California. Arteta began his career in the entertainment industry as a writer and producer for television shows before transitioning to directing. He has also directed episodes of popular TV shows such as “Six Feet Under,” “The Office,” and “New Girl.”
 

November 29, 1965
 

Miguel Arteta was born in San Juan, Puerto Rico.
 

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ROI Rank: NA
 
Well, let’s just say Mimi Cave’s ROI is so fresh, it’s still in the produce section. And with an F-List status, she’s definitely not making the A-List anytime soon. Sorry, Mimi.
 

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August 12, 1980.
 

Mimi Cave was born in Los Angeles, California.
 

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Average ROI: -86%
ROI Rank: 991
 
Well, Nacho Vigalondo may not be in the top 50%, but at least he’s not in the bottom 50% either! And with an A-List status, he’s probably too busy sipping margaritas on a beach somewhere to even care about his ROI ranking.
 

Nacho Vigalondo is a Spanish film director, screenwriter, and actor. He was born on April 6, 1977, in Cabezón de la Sal, Cantabria, Spain. Vigalondo is best known for his work on the films “Timecrimes” (2007), “Extraterrestrial” (2011), and “Colossal” (2016). He has also directed several short films and television episodes. Vigalondo’s films often blend genres and incorporate elements of science fiction and fantasy. He has received critical acclaim for his unique storytelling style and visual flair.
 

May 6, 1977.
 

Nacho Vigalondo was born in Cabezón de la Sal, Cantabria, Spain.
 

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Average ROI: 357%
ROI Rank: 120
 
Well, Neill Blomkamp may be ranked 120 out of nearly 2,000 directors in the Fresh Kernels Database, but at least he’s not on the F-List like some other unfortunate souls. And with a solid ROI percentage of [insert percentage here], he’s definitely not a flop!
 

Neill Blomkamp is a South African-Canadian film director, producer, and screenwriter. He is best known for his science fiction films, including “District 9,” “Elysium,” and “Chappie.” Blomkamp began his career in visual effects and animation before transitioning to directing. He has received critical acclaim for his unique visual style and socially conscious themes.
 

September 17, 1979.
 

Neill Blomkamp was born in Johannesburg, South Africa.
 

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ROI Rank: NA
 
Well, let’s just say Nicole Kassell’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 looks like she’s gonna need a bigger needle.
 

Nicole Kassell is an American film and television director known for her work on projects such as “The Woodsman,” “The Killing,” and “Watchmen.” She was born on August 23, 1972, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and graduated from NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts. Kassell has received critical acclaim for her work, including nominations for the Independent Spirit Award and the Emmy Award. She is also a member of the Directors Guild of America and the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.
 

December 20, 1971
 

Nicole Kassell was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
 

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Average ROI: NA
ROI Rank: NA
 
Well, Ole Christian Madsen may not have a specific rank in the Fresh Kernels Database, but I’m guessing they’re somewhere in the 99.9% percentile. And with a status of F-List, they’re probably not too concerned about it either.
 

Ole Christian Madsen is a Danish film director known for his work on critically acclaimed films such as “Flame and Citron” and “Superclásico”. He was born on February 19, 1966, in Roskilde, Denmark, and studied at the National Film School of Denmark. Madsen has won numerous awards for his work, including the Best Director award at the Danish Film Academy Awards. He is also known for his work on television series such as “Borgen” and “The Killing”.
 

January 23, 1966
 

Ole Christian Madsen was born in Roskilde, Denmark.
 

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Average ROI: -83%
ROI Rank: 980
 
Well, Panos Cosmatos may be on the F-List, but at least he’s in the top 50% of directors with a 49% ROI. That’s something, right?
 

Panos Cosmatos is a Canadian film director, screenwriter, and producer. He was born on September 25, 1974, in Rome, Italy, and raised in Vancouver, Canada. Cosmatos is best known for his visually stunning and surreal films, including “Beyond the Black Rainbow” (2010) and “Mandy” (2018), which have gained a cult following. He is known for his use of vibrant colors, atmospheric soundscapes, and unconventional storytelling techniques. Cosmatos is a relatively unknown director, but his unique style has garnered critical acclaim and a dedicated fan base.
 

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Panos Cosmatos was born in Rome, Italy.
 

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