The Once and Future Smash

About This Movie

So, The Once and Future Smash is this quirky blend of comedy and horror that really captures that nostalgic vibe of the 70s genre films. You’ve got Mikey and William, both returning to their roots as these over-the-top characters. The film does a neat job of weaving in the absurdity of fandom and the competitive nature of legacy. The pacing is kind of all over the place, which oddly works for it—it feels like a throwback to those low-budget flicks where anything goes. Practical effects pop up here and there, adding that raw charm. Performances are, well, delightfully messy, which is fitting given the subject matter. It’s just a wild ride that seems to revel in its own ridiculousness.

Unique take on fandom and legacy in horror cinemaNostalgic homage to 70s genre filmsInteresting character dynamics between the leads