Overview

• The Electric State, directed by Joe and Anthony Russo, has received overwhelmingly negative reviews, earning a 19% score on Rotten Tomatoes.
• The film, based on Simon Stålenhag's graphic novel, features a star-studded cast including Millie Bobby Brown, Chris Pratt, and Stanley Tucci, but critics say the performances lack depth.
• With a reported $320 million budget, the movie is one of Netflix's most expensive productions but has been criticized for its overreliance on CGI and lack of narrative cohesion.
• Critics have noted the film's heavy use of nostalgia and comparisons to better movies, calling it derivative and emotionally hollow.
• Despite its visual ambition, The Electric State has been described as a cautionary tale of bloated budgets and missed opportunities in the streaming era.