Upcoming 'Smurfs' Film Receives Assessments from Critics
The upcoming Smurfs movie, set to be released on July 18, has sparked a divided response from critics. Despite being the second-highest rated film in the franchise, it has been **critically panned** due to a weak screenplay, uninspired humor, and lackluster execution.
Critics such as Alonso Duralde and Kaitlyn Booth from Bleeding Cool have pointed out the film's downtime and overly simplistic content, which underestimates children's intelligence and fails to offer depth or charm. The story, involving Papa Smurf's kidnapping and a globe-trotting rescue mission led by Smurfette, has been described as generic and failing to create meaningful engagement, even for its target audience.
Nell Minow from RogerEbert offers a contrasting view, finding some aspects to appreciate in the film. She notes the cuddly themes and replacements of various words with "Smurf" as positive aspects, particularly for long-time fans. However, she acknowledges that the film's humor may not be as effective for those unfamiliar with the franchise.
The voice acting in the film has been a mixed bag. Rihanna's performance has been criticized as stiff, while J.P. Karliak and other cast members have received praise. However, the overall performances could not rescue the weak material.
The film has also been criticized for its disjointed nature, with good ideas faltering in execution due to committee decision-making. This has resulted in a movie that feels like a "colossal pile" of problems, according to some critics.
Despite the negative reviews, the Smurfs movie stars a star-studded cast including Rihanna, James Corden, Nick Offerman, Kurt Russell, and Sandra Oh.
The Smurfs franchise has never reached the top of the critics' list, and this movie is no exception. With a 21% score on Rotten Tomatoes, it seems that the critical consensus is poor storytelling and a lack of creative vitality.
However, for those looking for a fun adventure, the Smurfs movie might still be worth a watch, as it may entertain children enough to keep them occupied. Just be prepared for a movie that may not offer the depth or meaning that some critics have come to expect.
Entertainment outlets such as Bleeding Cool and RogerEbert have expressed critical opinions towards the upcoming Smurfs movie, considering it to lack depth and charm due to a weak screenplay, uninspired humor, and a lackluster execution. On the other hand, those looking for a fun adventure featuring their favorite characters might still find the movie entertaining enough.
