Shrek_somebody_once_told_me_116 Apr 2026

Shrek, a large, green, intimidating ogre, is living comfortably in his swamp. He reads a fairy tale book, rips a page out, and exits his outhouse, immediately establishing his crude, solitary lifestyle [1].

Smash Mouth’s "All Star" starts immediately, setting a modern, irreverent, and energetic tone that separates Shrek from classic Disney-style fairytale openings [1]. shrek_somebody_once_told_me_116

The scene mocks the idea of "happily ever after" by replacing the traditional "once upon a time" opening with a disgusting, humorous, and relatable character [1]. Shrek, a large, green, intimidating ogre, is living