The Powers That Be: Daily
Hollywood’s Art of the Flop
Mar 26, 2025
Julia Alexander, a media and entertainment analyst at Puck, joins the discussion to unpack the flops of recent Hollywood films like ‘Snow White’ and ‘The Electric State.’ They explore the disconnect between high-budget investments and audience engagement. Julia highlights how shifting expectations and marketing miscalculations are reshaping the industry. As Disney faces critique over its remakes and Netflix shifts its strategy, the conversation raises questions about the future of film in a changing landscape.
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- Failed high-budget films like 'The Electric State' reflect a crucial shift in audience preferences, challenging traditional blockbuster strategies.
- The underwhelming reception of 'The Alto Knights' exemplifies the need for innovative narratives to engage modern viewers seeking fresh experiences.
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The Downfall of Big Budget Films
The recent release of 'The Electric State' illustrates the challenges facing high-budget films in a saturated market. Despite its star-studded cast featuring Millie Bobby Brown and Chris Pratt, and the involvement of the Russo brothers, the film struggled to gain traction, only achieving about 25 million views on Netflix shortly after its debut. With a reported production cost of $300 million, the film’s failure signifies a pivotal shift in Netflix's strategy away from investing heavily in blockbuster-style projects. The underlying message is that merely mirroring past successes does not guarantee future triumphs in an era dominated by post-Marvel content overload.
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