Netflix's 'The Electric State' Faces Harsh Criticism Despite Star Power and High Budget

The Russo brothers' $320 million adaptation of Simon Stålenhag's graphic novel struggles to impress critics, raising questions about Netflix's blockbuster strategy.

The Electric State, starring Millie Bobby Brown and Chris Pratt, has been widely panned by critics for its lack of originality and emotional depth, with some calling it a soulless and uninspired project.
The film adapts Simon Stålenhag's graphic novel, set in a dystopian 1990s where humans and robots grapple with the aftermath of a war, but critics say it fails to capture the source material's haunting tone and artistry.
Despite a reported $320 million budget, the movie's visual effects and storytelling have been criticized as uneven, with many reviewers questioning Netflix's investment in such high-cost productions.
The Russo brothers aimed to explore themes of technology's impact on humanity and AI sentience, but reviews suggest the execution lacked the nuance and emotional resonance needed to effectively deliver its message.
While Netflix has positioned Millie Bobby Brown as a major streaming star, her performance and the film's overall reception highlight the challenges of creating enduring hits in the streaming era.