THE ELECTRIC STATE proves to be a surprisingly empty adaptation, missing chances to create something truly engaging with its captivating visual design. Though the film showcases impressive special effects and a potentially interesting science-fiction premise inspired by Simon Stålenhag’s artwork, it ultimately feels like an uninspired copy of superior narratives. The Russo brothers appear more concerned with presenting grand visuals than developing a story that flows well or connects emotionally. Millie Bobby Brown and Chris Pratt perform adequately given the weak script they were handed, but there's not enough substance for real character growth or any sense of forward movement in the plot. Everything feels derivative, each development is foreseeable, and efforts to establish an authentic bond between audience and story are quickly overshadowed by a rigid, impersonal style. However, it’s difficult to disregard how much money was spent on this project when considering its reception. It's hard to justify a streaming film costing around $320 million, so anticipation was naturally very high; however, the movie falls apart under that pressure. Even if it had been made for less, the problems with the storytelling—its lack of originality, unclear world-building, and detached tone—would still be obvious. The artists, performers, and designers are not to blame here; instead, the underlying structure was flawed from the beginning. It's a regrettable failure that, despite its grand scope, never truly comes alive. Rating: D+

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