The Smurfs are tiny blue creatures that live in mushroom houses in a peaceful forest. They repeatedly try to outwit Gargamel, an evil sorcerer, his apprentice, Scruple, and his mangy cat, Azrael.
They were created by Pierre Culliford (pen name: Peyo), a Belgian comics writer and artist. He contributed to several series, but his main claim to fame is creating the sword-and-sorcery series “Johan and Peewit” (1947-2001) and its spin-off, the adventure comedy series “The Smurfs” (1963-). His works have received several animated adaptations.
The Smurf Experience is returning to Brussels following an overseas tour. Using augmented reality, holograms and video mapping, visitors to the show at Brussels Expo can walk through the Smurfs’ village and the surrounding forest. Since its launch six years ago, the exhibition has attracted 1.5 million visitors. A new feature film about the Smurfs is also due for release next summer, with singer Rihanna announced as one of the stars.
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