Right, so opinions they say, are like belly buttons. Yes, that’s right, everyone has one. The thing about opinions is, they tend to diverge somewhat dramatically when it comes to matters of taste, none so much perhaps as when we talk about films. Today’s discussion sees us venturing headfirst into this rabbit hole – the splendiferous and perplexing world of film critique as seen from the eyes of the Letterboxd community.

Now, it’s important to comprehend that within this realm, the lowest assessment awarded is the ignominious half-star. Oh yes, this notorious half-star is a mark that even a parent couldn’t bring themselves to love. It’s like getting a trophy for participation, only it’s made of spray-painted cardboard and falls apart as soon as you touch it.

As you continue perusing this piece, you’ll discern that the names of Letterboxd users have been tactfully obscured. This isn’t a Hollywood scandal, darling; there’s no need for any vigorous cross-examination over their seemingly avant-garde outlook on these cult classics.

Let’s get one thing straight: yelling, you’re not in a market haggling for tomatoes or an underpaid director telling Sly Stallone to give it 10% more pizzazz, this isn’t the place for that. It’s not about finding these folks to holler at them in capital letters over their half-star reviews but rather to appreciate the wide range of human opinions. As astonishing as it may seem, and grab onto your monocle for this one, everyone is entitled to their viewpoint, however much it diverges from mainstream thinking.

The beauty of Letterboxd – and indeed the art of film criticism at large – festers in this divergence. Take it from me – life’s too short for sameness. We don’t all relish the same morning brew, why should our film preferences be uniform? Films, much like belly buttons we mentioned earlier, are encountered in diversity, etching influences from our personal experiences. Our preferences, you ask, are merely a reflection of these encounters.

This exploration of half-star reviews for esteemed films is more than just a whimsical journey. It’s a testament to the diversity of human perspective – the minutiae of individuality that makes film criticism an intriguing practice. So sit back, sip your beverage of choice and delve into this selection of 30 notably amusing Letterboxd reviews that, in modern vernacular, ‘threw the tomato at’ classics from the silver screen.

As you delve into this chaos of contradiction, you’ll soon discover that while films may be blessed with classic status by a significant chunk of humanity, not all onlookers are inclined to cheer. Some find more satisfaction in hurling a verbal tomato or two.

And so, we leave you to enjoy this symphony of scorn poured out on revered classics. Who knows, you might be surprised to find that some of your silver screen sweethearts are not universally adored. A humbling moment, isn’t it?