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Electric State: Critics Boo, Fans Cheer Stunning Visuals

3/27/2025

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In "The Electric State," directed by the Russo Brothers, teenager Michelle and her robot sidekick, Cosmo, navigate a haunting post-apocalyptic landscape shaped by a devastating robot-human war. While critics gave it a dismal 15% on Rotten Tomatoes, fans embraced it with a 71% approval, drawn in by its stunning visuals and poignant exploration of technology's impact on human relationships.

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Story summary

In "The Electric State," directed by the Russo Brothers, teenager Michelle and her robot sidekick, Cosmo, navigate a haunting post-apocalyptic landscape shaped by a devastating robot-human war. While critics gave it a dismal 15% on Rotten Tomatoes, fans embraced it with a 71% approval, drawn in by its stunning visuals and poignant exploration of technology's impact on human relationships.