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Netflix’s $320M ‘The Electric State’ Faces Harsh Criticism and Uncertain Payoff

The Russo Brothers' sci-fi blockbuster, Netflix's most expensive project to date, is criticized for its lackluster reviews and staggering budget, raising questions about the platform's spending strategy.

  • The Electric State, directed by the Russo Brothers, is Netflix's most expensive film to date, with a reported budget of $320 million.
  • The film has received overwhelmingly negative reviews, holding a critics' score of 17-20% on Rotten Tomatoes, with many calling it derivative and soulless.
  • Starring Millie Bobby Brown and Chris Pratt, the sci-fi movie is based on Simon Stålenhag's illustrated novel but significantly alters its source material.
  • Critics have compared the film's massive budget to the significantly lower costs of recent Oscar-winning films, highlighting concerns about Netflix's financial strategy.
  • Despite the criticism, the movie showcases intricate robot designs and visual effects, reflecting the ambitious production effort behind the project.
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