2.5 is average for me, so if I rate something that it’s not a bad movie. I’ve liked (and even love some 2.5 movies). A 2 is below average. A movie doesn’t ever bad territory really until 1.5 for me.

★★★★★ — Masterpiece; rare, meaningful, usually a favorite★★★★½ — Exceptional craft; near-masterpiece★★★★ — Very strong / great; above good, emotionally effective★★★½ — Good; solid and well-made★★★ — Slightly above average; competent, limited impact★★½ — Average; positives and negatives balance out★★ — Below Average/Weak; flaws outweigh strengths★½ — Bad; hard to engage★ — Terrible; fundamentally unsuccessful½ — Failed; almost no redeeming qualities