Smurfs 2025 Movie Review
I took my child to what I assumed would be a fun, light-hearted kids’ movie. Unfortunately, what we got was a dark, dystopian story that felt more like a Harry Potter rip-off. The plot revolves around the good in the world being threatened with destruction, wormholes, alternate dimensions, and torture scenes. At one point, the Smurfs are even trapped in a torture chamber and threatened with being crushed unless they give up information.
My kid was terrified. He started crying and asking if we could leave, but we persuaded him to stay, hoping the movie would get better and reassure him in the end. Sadly, there was never any real sense of relief or joy to balance out the intensity. The film was so distressing that my child went to bed worried about having bad dreams. He even asked if these nightmares would keep coming back.
This movie wasn’t just heavy-it was outright unfunny and devoid of any real humor or light-hearted moments. I didn’t laugh once, and I can’t imagine how anyone would, especially children. It feels like it was made without understanding how kids process information or emotions. The references in the movie are clearly aimed at adults, and I seriously doubt the filmmakers had children in mind when crafting this.
In my opinion, the movie’s rating is misleading, and I strongly believe it should be reconsidered. While it’s marketed as a family movie, it’s far too intense and distressing for young audiences. Please, if you’re a parent, consider this before taking your kids. If your child is sensitive to darker themes or has a vivid imagination, this movie may leave them scared and confused.
