The Mystical Misfits
- Tagline
- With great power comes great insanity.
- Description
- In a world where every superhero fits the mold, 'The Mystical Misfits' breaks it with a sledgehammer! Follow the journey of an unassuming Asian protagonist, played by the dynamic Lon Chanty Jr., who stumbles upon an ancient artifact that irrevocably alters his identity, imbuing him with powers that are as hilarious as they are haphazard. Teaming up with an outrageous band of mythical creatures including a foul-mouthed fairy, an elf with an attitude, and a centaur that can't stop referencing philosophy, they embark on a transformational quest to save their city from the absurd antics of a villain, portrayed by the cunning Jelly Cagnew. Jean Cinnamon charms as a lovable dwarf with a penchant for explosive gadgets. Directed by the visionary Ron Howlard, this superhero saga is a raucously funny romp through identity crises, action-packed brawls, and the inevitable shenanigans of an R-rated world wrestling with the idea that even in the new millennium, all it takes to be a hero is a little bit of madness and a whole lot of heart.
- MpaaRating
- R
- PopularityScore
- 3.60
- ReleaseDate
- 09/01/2022
- Genre
- Superhero
- Director(s)
- Cast
Critic Reviews
7.80
Ah, 'The Mystical Misfits', where the spandex-clad saints meet the straightjacket-savvy saviors. This film's tagline promises great insanity, and boy does it deliver – plunging headfirst into the comedic cauldron with a gleeful cackle. Our unlikely hero, Lon Chanty Jr., serves up a refreshing platter of bewildered looks and awkward charm, wielding newfound powers with the finesse of a toddler at a pottery wheel. The supporting crew of mythical miscreants, from the potty-mouthed pixie to the philosophizing four-legged furball, could teach a masterclass in controlled chaos. Let's not forget Jelly Cagnew's villainy - a performance so delightfully deranged, it makes you root for the bad guy just a tad. Jean Cinnamon's dwarf is the explosive cherry on top, charming us with every bang and boom. Director Ron Howlard indeed crafts a world where the R rating stands for 'Rambunctious' – a fever dream of slapstick spellcasting and action scenes that feel like Michael Bay directing a Dungeons and Dragons campaign. Though 'The Mystical Misfits' might occasionally stumble over its ludicrous laces, it ultimately crosses the finish line, wheezing from the laughter and ready for another round. As far as heroics go, it's less 'with great power comes great responsibility' and more 'with great power comes a great time at the cinema'. Pop a corn, open a soda, and let your inner misfit revel in the madness.