Electric Slide

Electric Slide is a 2014 crime drama featuring Jim Sturgess as Eddie Dodson, a charismatic and audacious Los Angeles jewel thief whose exploits during the late 1970s and early 1980s captivated the media. The film chronicles Eddie's transformation from a struggling artist to one of the most notorious criminals in LA, as he masterminds a series of high-profile robberies with style and flair. His exploits attract the attention of law enforcement and the public alike, making him a modern-day Robin Hood figure with a complicated personal life. Through thrilling heists and tense moments, Electric Slide explores themes of ambition, risk, and the costs of living on the edge.

Electric Slide received predominantly negative reviews from critics, reflected in its low aggregate scores of 14% on Rotten Tomatoes and 37 out of 100 on Metacritic, alongside a 4.6/10 rating on IMDb. Critics generally praised Jim Sturgess’s charismatic performance but pointed to significant flaws in the film's storytelling and pacing. For instance, Rotten Tomatoes' consensus noted that despite its stylish visuals and a compelling real-life story, the movie failed to engage viewers due to a disjointed script and underdeveloped characters. Metacritic reviews highlighted the film's difficulty in balancing its crime drama elements with character depth, leading to a lack of emotional impact. Several reviewers commented that while the heist sequences were entertaining, the narrative lacked a strong directional focus, making the film feel uneven. However, some viewers appreciated the film's retro aesthetic and period detail, which lent a unique atmosphere to the story. Overall, Electric Slide was seen as an ambitious project that struggled to fully deliver on its potential.