Netflix’s latest sci-fi movie “The Electric State” has reportedly broken the record for the most expensive film ever made, with a budget of $300 to $320 million. The film, directed by the Russo brothers and starring Millie Bobby Brown and Chris Pratt, has been panned by critics, who call it “dumb, unfunny,” and “a monumental disaster.” With a 17% score on Rotten Tomatoes, it’s clear that Netflix may have overestimated its potential success.
The film, set in the ’90s, follows an orphaned teen named Michelle as she embarks on a journey to find her long-lost brother after a robot rebellion. Despite having two well-known stars and a duo of directors with impressive track records, the movie has failed to deliver on its promise. Critics have called it “derivative” and “soulless,” with mind-numbingly repetitive action scenes.
The film’s budget is staggering, with reports suggesting it could be even higher than the 10 most recent Oscar-winning films combined. The Russo brothers’ previous movies, such as Marvel’s “Captain America: The Winter Soldier” and “Avengers: Infinity War,” have shown that they can deliver critical and commercial success, but not this time.
The failure of “The Electric State” is a significant test case for Netflix’s approach to big-budget productions. With its emphasis on ambitious projects, the streamer may need to reevaluate its strategy if it wants to achieve long-term success.
Source: https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/netflixs-most-expensive-movie-ever-200928103.html