‘The Electric State’ Review: The Russo Brothers Turn Postapocalyptic Picture Book Into a Bland Millie Bobby Brown Vehicle
The Russo Brothers, in collaboration with writers Christopher Markus and Stephen McFeely, seem to underestimate the blueprint provided by their source material when it comes to character development and creating an immersive world. Given their past successful adaptations of Marvel’s comic-book properties in films like Captain America and Avengers, it’s surprising that this particular material didn’t suit them better. They present shallow portrayals of sibling relationships, as well as themes related to tech fear and corporate misconduct, and their additional ideas seem devoid of depth or emotional impact.