I think what pisses me off the most is the total disregard for what makes the original source material unique. Simon Stålenhag's artworks are incredibly provocative, depicting a blend of dystopian sci-fi elements and real-world environments resulting in very tangible, haunting images full of commentary on technology and consumerism. The graphic novel's somber yet simple narrative leaves many answers open to interpretation.
It's difficult to believe that all the Russos took from Stålenhag's work were some design elements and central…