Top 7 Worst Films of 2006

It has become almost meaningless to talk of "the year" in American film. Some filmmakers want to make you suffer and call it art. If there's no agony in your own hum drum life, turn to the silver screen and experience pain beyond your wildest belief. The business is now more seasonal than the climate, so there must be best and worst. We choosed Top 7 Worst Films of 2006.

The Da Vinci Code Directed by Ron Howard

Starring: Alfred Molina, Ian McKellen, Jean Reno, Tom Hanks, Audrey Tautou



Famed symbologist Professor Robert Langdon is called to the Louvre museum one night where a curator has been murdered, leaving behind a mysterious trail of symbols and clues. With his own survival at stake, Langdon, aided by the police cryptologist Sophie Neveu, unveils a series of stunning secrets hidden in the works of Leonardo Da Vinci, all leading to a covert society dedicated to guarding an ancient secret that has remained hidden for 2000 years. The pair set off on a thrilling quest through Paris, London and Scotland, collecting clues as they desperately attempt to crack the code and reveal secrets that will shake the very foundations of mankind.

National Lampoon's Van Wilder: The Rise of Taj Directed by Mort Nathan

Starring: Anthony Cozens, Kal Penn, Holly Davidson, Daniel Percival, Amy Steel, Steven Rathman



This in name only sequel to the 2002 sleeper hit Van Wilder has Kal Penn reprising his role as Taj, and does not feature Ryan Reynolds, the main character of the original. The movie flopped at the box office, only earning slightly over $2.3 million in its opening weekend. The movie shot up to #1 on the IMDb worst movies list, and remains there with a 1.7/10 rating as of December 20, 2006. It also has a dismal 6% rating at rottentomatoes.com.

The Benchwarmers Directed by Dennis Dugan

Starring: Rob Schneider, Adam Sandler, Norm MacDonald, Tim Meadows, Molly Sims, Craig Kilborn



Gus and his nerdy buddies, Richie and Clark, are scouted by a millionaire nerd, Mel, who wants to form a baseball team and compete with the meanest Little League teams in the state. A stellar ballplayer, Gus becomes a role model for nerds and outcasts everywhere. But when his fans learn that Gus, himself, was once a school bully, they feel outraged and betrayed, until Gus takes extraordinary steps to win back their admiration and trust

Phat Girlz Directed by Nnegest Likke

Starring: Mo'Nique Imes Jimmy, Jean-Louis Godfrey



Jazmin Biltmore is a smart-mouthed, frustrated, plus-size, aspiring fashion designer who is obsessed with her weight and struggles to find love and acceptance in a world full of "hot bodied" babes. As a confidence builder for plus-size girls everywhere, this so-called comedy is right on target: Generously proportioned Mo'Nique gets the studly guy. So how come all the gags involve Mo'Nique clearing the buffet in one fell swoop, eating the avocado facial masque at a tony day spa, or ogling men's bodies? Is it really inherently funny that ladies of all shapes and sizes appreciate a well-toned physique?

Date Movie Directed by Aaron Seltzer

Starring: Alyson Hannigan, Adam Campbell, Eddie Griffin, Jennifer Coolidge, Fred Willard, Carmen Electra, Tony Cox, Lil Jon, Valery M. Ortiz, Meera Nara Simhan, Nick Steele,



Hopeless romantic Julia Jones, who has finally met the man of her dreams, the very British Grant Fonckyerdoder. But before they can have their "Big Fat Greek Wedding," they'll have to "Meet The Parents," hook-up with "The Wedding Planner," and contend with Grant's friend Andy a spectacularly beautiful woman who wants to put an end to her "Best Friend's Wedding."

Little Man Directed by Keenen Ivory Wayans

Starring: Marlon Wayans, Shawn Wayans, Kerry Washington, John Witherspoon, Tracy Morgan, Lochlyn Munro,



Fresh out of the slammer, Calvin "Babyface" Sims or, to us, "Little Man" robs a jewelry store along with his partner in crime Percy P. After the heist is somewhat botched, Calvin drops the jewel in the purse of an unsuspecting young woman, Vanessa), in an attempt to elude cops. Calvin then follows Vanessa and her husband Darryl (Shawn Wayans) out to their suburban home, where it's calm and where the thief learns Darryl is desperate to father a child. So three-foot-tall Calvin shows up on Darryl's doorstep in a dog basket goo-goo-ga-ga-ing, much to the couple's delight. They take him in and turn a blind eye on the fact that he has facial stubble and a mouthful of pearly whites, as Cal tries repeatedly to retrieve the diamond. Amid countless muck-ups and pratfalls, the trio grows closer, with even Cal showing his heartfelt side. But he is still a criminal with a motive, a motive which Vanessa's elderly father (John Witherspoon) thinks he's got figured out.

Eragon Directed by Stefen Fangmeier

Cast: Jeremy Irons, Djimon Hounsou, Edward Speleers



A boy named Eragon finds a polished blue stone in the forest. At first, he thinks it's a lucky discovery, something that will bring meat to his poor family for the winter. Instead, it brings a dragon hatchling, and Eragon is soon thrust into a world of magic and power through which he and the dragon must navigate.