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Netflix's The Electric State: Critics Slam, Audiences Adore

3/23/2025

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Netflix's *The Electric State*, released on March 14, 2025, faced harsh criticism with a mere 15% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, yet audiences embraced it, giving it a 74% score. Directed by the Russo brothers, this adaptation of Simon Stålenhag's graphic novel captivated viewers, amassing over 25 million views and igniting discussions on the intersection of humanity and technology.

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Netflix's *The Electric State*, released on March 14, 2025, faced harsh criticism with a mere 15% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, yet audiences embraced it, giving it a 74% score. Directed by the Russo brothers, this adaptation of Simon Stålenhag's graphic novel captivated viewers, amassing over 25 million views and igniting discussions on the intersection of humanity and technology.