Complex sentence: As of 2017, Adams'films have grossed over $4.25 million worldwide; despite this, Robert Ito of "The New York Times" believes that Adams' propensity towards experimental and risky projects prevents her from being a bigger box-office draw.
Split into simpler sentences: As of 2017, Adams'films have grossed over $4.25 million worldwide. Despite this, Robert Ito of "The New York Times" believes that Adams' propensity for risky projects prevents her from being a bigger box-office draw.