Netflix's "In Your Dreams" Falls Flat, Shares Plummet

Shares fell for Netflix after the release of its latest animated fantasy film, "In Your Dreams," which has been met with lukewarm reception from critics. The movie, made by a team of artists who cut their teeth at Pixar, has been described as feeling secondhand at its core, despite its impressive imagistic energy. According to Owen Gleiberman, Chief Film Critic for Variety, "In Your Dreams" is reminiscent of other animated movies, but in a way that is not necessarily a compliment. "It's like 'Inside Out' without the engine of ingenuity," Gleiberman said in his review. "Even if you like the films in question, it's not really a good thing." The film's director, Alex Woo, has a background in story artistry, having worked on films like "Ratatouille," "WALL-E," and "Incredibles 2." The movie's lackluster reception has been attributed to its failure to bring anything new or innovative to the table. "It's built around great swirling mounds of imagistic energy, yet it feels secondhand at its core," Gleiberman wrote. This sentiment is echoed by other critics, who have noted that the film's reliance on familiar tropes and themes makes it feel like a rehashing of previous animated movies. "In Your Dreams" is not the first Netflix original film to receive mixed reviews. The company has faced criticism in the past for prioritizing quantity over quality, releasing a high volume of content in an effort to compete with other streaming services. However, this strategy has not always paid off, with some films receiving lukewarm reception from audiences and critics alike. Despite the negative reviews, "In Your Dreams" has still managed to attract a significant audience. According to Netflix, the film has been viewed by millions of users since its release. However, the company's stock price has taken a hit, falling by several percentage points in the wake of the film's poor reception. As the streaming wars continue to heat up, Netflix will be looking to bounce back from this setback. The company has a number of high-profile releases scheduled for the coming months, including several original films and series. Whether or not these releases will be able to boost the company's stock price remains to be seen.