Review of the 2025 Animated Movie 'Smurfs'
By
Oli Welsh
Crisp on the outside, thoughtful on the inside. A keeper.
Summary
The article reviews the 2025 animated movie 'Smurfs' highlighting character introductions, musical numbers, and a star-studded cast. It criticizes the movie for its lack of depth and reliance on typical kids' animated movie tropes.
Key quotes
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Multiple musical numbers, with the Smurfs all facing the camera doing synchronized, learnable dance routines, set to intense, reggaeton-flavored tracks that go surprisingly hard.
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