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This article will delve into the major spoilers of “Smile 2.”
Horror films have drawn inspiration from a variety of cultural sources, including fairy tales, classic literature, campfire stories, and urban legends. Unlike other genres where protagonists, such as Sherlock Holmes or Wonder Woman, often return for new adventures, horror films are less predictable. In the “Smile” series, this unpredictability is evident. The series, currently two movies deep, has established a chilling pattern: no one survives the Smile Entity.
In both “Smile” and the recent sequel, “Smile 2,” the primary focus is on the main female characters, Rose (Sosie Bacon) and Skye (Naomi Scott), respectively. Each film explores these characters’ journeys, their encounters with the Entity, and their attempts to evade their doomed destinies. However, the conclusion of “Smile 2” suggests a shift in the narrative as the Entity kills Skye, seemingly in front of a large concert audience. This could potentially set the stage for a dramatic shift in the franchise with the possible introduction of “Smile 3.”
‘Smile 3′ might maintain the series’ personal, subjective scale
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Despite the dramatic ending of “Smile 2,” which suggests a mass infection by the Smile Entity, “Smile 3” could continue to focus on a single character or a small group. The first two films have not revealed much about the Entity’s origins, leaving its nature and rules largely unknown. Even if we assume that everyone present at the concert in “Smile 2” has been infected, it doesn’t necessarily imply that “Smile 3” will escalate to a pandemic or apocalyptic scale. According to an interview with Finn, the filmmaker prefers to maintain the Entity’s mystique.
Therefore, it’s plausible that “Smile 3” could concentrate on a single character or a small group, even if the Entity has infected a large part of the world. This approach would align with the “Final Destination” series, which managed to control its concept before it spiraled out of control.
‘Smile 3′ could potentially broaden the series’ universe significantly
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However, considering Finn’s fascination with J-Horror, “Smile 3” could follow the path of horror franchises like “The Ring” and take the concept of a viral evil spirit to new, chaotic heights. If “Smile 3” begins from the endpoint of “Smile 2,” the scope of the series could significantly broaden; as more people experience the same threat, the Entity’s existence becomes undeniable. This idea may seem too extreme for a franchise that has been relatively intimate and insular, but it aligns with Finn’s thematic interests, especially considering the collective trauma of the recent global pandemic.
There’s also the less favorable possibility that there might not be a “Smile 3.” The success of “Smile 2” and Finn’s other commitments could influence this. However, the ending of “Smile 2” leaves too many exciting possibilities to end the franchise here. Until the fate of the franchise is confirmed, we’ll just have to wait and see.
“Smile 2” is currently showing in theaters everywhere.
FAQs
Q: What is the “Smile” series about?
A: The “Smile” series is a horror franchise that revolves around a supernatural Entity that leaves no survivors.
Q: What can we expect from “Smile 3”?
A: “Smile 3” could maintain the series’ personal, subjective scale or potentially broaden the series’ universe significantly.
Q: Is “Smile 2” currently showing in theaters?
A: Yes, “Smile 2” is currently showing in theaters everywhere.
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