Los Angeles, California – Netflix’s latest science fiction action film, “Atlas,” has hit the streaming platform with a wave of disappointing reviews from critics on Rotten Tomatoes, scoring a mere 17 percent approval rating.
Critics have not held back in their criticism of the movie, labeling it as another letdown in Netflix’s lineup of high-budget productions. Comparisons have been drawn to previous Netflix films like “Rebel Moon,” “The Adam Project,” and “Army of the Dead.”
“Atlas” stars Jennifer Lopez as Atlas Shepherd, a data analyst stranded on an alien planet embroiled in a conflict with evil AI robots. Directed by Brad Peyton and written by Leo Sardarian and Aron Eli Coleite, the film has been criticized for its uninspiring script, heavy use of CGI, and predictable storytelling.
Reportedly costing around $100 million to produce, “Atlas” now joins the ranks of Netflix’s most expensive original movies that have failed to win over critics on Rotten Tomatoes.
Despite a star-studded cast and a substantial budget, “Atlas” seems to have missed the mark with both audiences and critics, signaling a recent trend of underwhelming big-budget releases from the streaming service.
Fans and movie enthusiasts alike are left pondering whether Netflix’s focus on expensive productions is the right strategy to deliver quality content that resonates with viewers in an increasingly competitive streaming landscape.