This film is a front-runner for the Razzies, exemplifying an unwatchable slog. The Russos must feel fortunate that Kevin Feige brought them back for the next two Avengers films; otherwise, it’s hard to imagine anyone greenlighting another high-budget project after this misfire.
This $320 million sci-fi film, from the directors behind the record-breaking Avengers: Endgame, is set to release on Netflix in a week, yet there's minimal buzz. Currently, Electric State boasts a 10% score on Rotten Tomatoes, a baffling fate for such a visually polished but directionless movie.
As for its plot, it’s nearly impossible to follow due to an abundance of meandering subplots. Essentially, it's a “coming-of-age” journey featuring Millie Bobbie Brown as an orphaned teen traveling to the American West with a robot friend and a drifter, searching for her brother while being interrupted by nonsensical characters.
The film features a star-studded cast, including Chris Pratt, Ke Huy Quan, Giancarlo Esposito, and others, based on Simon Stålenhag’s illustrated novel. Filming faced numerous challenges, including a production halt due to a tragic accident and subsequent reshoots. Recently, it was noted that Electric State prompted Netflix to reassess its film division, leading to organizational changes.
