Movies in this range often suffer from "clichéd" plots, poor acting, or technical issues.
The recent reimagining of the cult classic faced a lukewarm reception, landing at 4.7. IMDB: 4.7
While a 4.7 is generally "bad," some users find "underrated" gems in this range that simply didn't fit the mainstream mold. Ratings FAQ - IMDb | Help Movies in this range often suffer from "clichéd"
IMDb calculates these scores through a weighted average of user votes. Users vote from 1 to 10 stars. Ratings FAQ - IMDb | Help IMDb calculates
The rating is displayed prominently on the title page to help users decide what to watch.
In the world of user-generated ratings, 4.7 is a difficult spot for a film. It isn't quite low enough to be a "so-bad-it's-good" cult classic, but it is low enough to signal a poor viewing experience for most.