The Smurfs film directed by Chris Miller has received critical backlash and poor box office performance, yet it explores the peculiarities of the characters designed by Pierre Peyo Culliford. The lead, No Name Smurf, deals with identity issues as he struggles to find his unique trait, presented as a form of magic. Contrary to the original comics where individualism is detrimental, the film promotes self-realization as a solution. Historically, Smurfs were identical in nature, representing a collective identity that is challenged in the latest narrative, indicating a shift in the ideological portrayal of Smurf society.
No Name Smurf experiences existential angst because he doesn't have his own skill or character trait that makes him stand out, leading to a revelation about his inner magic.
To be a good Smurf, in the proto-communist vision of the original comics, was to never elevate your own personality above the collective.
The Smurfian society is an archetypal corporatist society, where each identified Smurf represents a social function vital to the community.
In Miller's reboot, unleashing your true inner self is shown as the solution to problems, contrasting with Peyo’s original message where individuality led to catastrophe.
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