Smashie and Nicey: The End of an Era
Smashie and Nicey: The End of an Era

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Smashie and Nicey: The End of an Era

1994
Movie
45 min
English

A mockumentary, rockumentary featuring the spoof radio DJ's from Harry Enfield's sketch shows. Telling of their rise to fame, their influence on music history and fall from grace in a parody of real life radio presenters.

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IMDb6.7/10
Director: Bob SpiersGenres: Comedy, Music

Plot Summary

The mockumentary follows the fictional 1990s dance music duo Smashie and Nicey as they embark on a farewell tour, confronting the changing landscape of the music industry and their own aging careers. As their final concerts approach, old tensions resurface, and they grapple with their legacy and the future beyond Smashie and Nicey. The film culminates in a chaotic, emotional finale that questions whether the era they represented is truly over.

Critical Reception

The film received generally positive reviews for its sharp satire of the 90s music scene and its affectionate, yet critical, portrayal of the characters. Critics praised the comedic performances and the accurate depiction of the rave culture and the excesses of the time.

What Reviewers Say

  • Hilariously captures the absurdity and ego of 90s dance music stars.

  • A sharp and witty satire that holds up surprisingly well.

  • The chemistry between the leads is fantastic, driving the comedy and the pathos.

Google audience: Audience reception data is not readily available, but the film is remembered fondly by fans of British comedy and 90s music culture for its sharp wit and memorable characters.

Fun Fact

The characters of Smashie and Nicey originated in the sketch show 'The Harry Enfield Television Programme' and later appeared in their own series before this feature film.

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