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New Hybrid Smurfs Film Debuts July 16 With Rihanna as Voice and Producer

Paris preview screenings showcase a mix of classic Smurf linework, modern 3D renderings, live-action elements

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Overview

  • French cinemas will screen the film from July 16 following its debut at the Annecy festival.
  • Director Chris Miller merges 2D animation, 3D rendering, live-action marionettes and scale models to emulate Peyo’s original comic aesthetic.
  • The narrative follows Smurfette and the Nameless Smurf on a globe-spanning mission to rescue Papa Smurf from Razamel and Gargamel.
  • Rihanna lends her voice to Smurfette, co-produces the feature and contributes original songs to its soundtrack.
  • Aimed at audiences aged six and up, the film underscores themes of community, solidarity and self-discovery.