Elektra
Elektra

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Elektra

2010
Movie
131 min
Malayalam

Abraham, the planter comes from Jaffna to his ancestral home in central Kerala unaware of the unpleasant things waiting for him. On the night of his arrival, he dies under mysterious circumstances and the cloud of suspicion falls on everyone.

Insights

IMDb4.9/10
Rotten Tomatoes7%
Metacritic22/100
Google Users51%
Director: Rob BowmanGenres: Action, Crime, Drama, Fantasy, Thriller

Plot Summary

Elektra Natchios, a highly skilled assassin who can become invisible and intangible, is brought back to life by Stick. She goes into hiding, working as a tattoo artist, but is drawn back into her deadly profession when she is hired to kill a father and his young daughter, who possess a similar magical gift. Elektra finds herself protecting them from her former employers, the Hand, who also want the girl's power.

Critical Reception

The film was a critical and commercial disappointment, widely panned for its convoluted plot, uninspired action sequences, and lack of character development, ultimately failing to capitalize on the popularity of its titular character.

What Reviewers Say

  • Criticized for its generic plot and lackluster action.

  • Jennifer Garner's performance was often cited as a weak point.

  • Felt like a rehash of other superhero and action films without offering anything new.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate a mixed to negative reception, with many finding the film to be a forgettable and uninspired addition to the superhero genre. Some viewers appreciated Garner's effort but felt the material itself was weak.

Fun Fact

The film's release was significantly delayed due to issues with its visual effects and marketing, ultimately leading to its poor reception.

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