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EpicLadySpongeDec 27, 2015

The Minions pretty much had their moments. Good, but a bit bad at the same time. It's pretty much one of the watchable movies (Along with Despicable Me and 2) to stay in tune for Despicable Me 3 coming on your way.

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DerekSCriticJan 9, 2019

This prequels is where the franchise starting going downhill with bad sequels. Minions is a disappointing prequel to the good Despicable Me films. The backstory part of the film is great, but the rest is just forgettable. Fortunately, theThis prequels is where the franchise starting going downhill with bad sequels. Minions is a disappointing prequel to the good Despicable Me films. The backstory part of the film is great, but the rest is just forgettable. Fortunately, the animation, set in the 1960s, is pretty good. Unfortunately, the plot is not good with uninteresting characters. In fact, this film is titled Minions, but it only focuses on three Minions. Also, the humor starts to get annoying this time around. I was disappointed with this prequel and Minions proves that the Despicable Me series has overstayed its welcome.… Expand

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foxgroveJul 10, 2015

A Hodge podge of ideas are never successfully converted into a totally successful story and this ‘Despicable Me’ offshoot can really only be recommended to Minion fans. The animation is very good and the soundtrack is wonderfully interjectedA Hodge podge of ideas are never successfully converted into a totally successful story and this ‘Despicable Me’ offshoot can really only be recommended to Minion fans. The animation is very good and the soundtrack is wonderfully interjected with some classic 60’s songs. Also for the adult movie buffs in the audience there are plenty of references to other films one of which, if I’m not mistaken, is a homage to ‘The creature from the Black Lagoon’? The villain here voiced by Sandra Bullock is the aptly titled Scarlet Overkill. However, the character lacks the sinister villainy of Despicable Me’s ‘Gru’. I don’t wish to be too harsh on the film because there are some truly inspired moments. The early narrated scenes depicting the Minions in search of the greatest villain they can find is a lot of fun as are the scenes at the Tower of London. Unfortunately, though, not being a true Minion convert I watched proceedings rather impassively laughing at only a couple of inspired sight gags. Ultimately, one is left to conclude that this is a film for children or diehard fans only.… Expand

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AliceofXJul 14, 2015

I was never a big fan of Despicable Me (haven't seen the second one) but Minions turning out so mediocre still disappointed me because the trailer promised a fun film that seemed to be a lot better than what we ended up having. The problem isI was never a big fan of Despicable Me (haven't seen the second one) but Minions turning out so mediocre still disappointed me because the trailer promised a fun film that seemed to be a lot better than what we ended up having. The problem is a lack of engaging story-line, there were no real stakes to it.

At the start of the film I was fairly amused but by middle I felt bored. If there had been another protagonist to focus on maybe that would have made things better. Like say a character who can actually speak English and who we could root for because the Minions alone can't carry this film. It's now abundantly clear that they belong in the background.

Also there was nothing special about Scarlet Overkill. Gru at least was a distinctive character whereas Scarlet was the Strong Independent Woman that we have seen a million times before. So the film also failed in having a memorable villain.

So basically if you are an adult and you still have retained your love for animated films then there is nothing for you here. It has a few fun bits here and there but nothing to recommend it for.… Expand

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hanneguacamoleJul 15, 2015

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I love the minions. Somewhat ironically, but almost nostalgically. Although Despicable Me came out only about 5 years ago, but Universal wastes no time with Minions. Give the people what they want! (Although I'm not sure this is quite what the people want. I didn't need to see a minion in a thong.)

Centuries of young minion life has been shortened to a mere 90 minutes. We saw the best and the worst times, but still there was no real plot to speak of. The minions are funny (to a certain extent) and the movie did what one should expect it to do – have many banana-crazy minions running around every which way. That's what it does best and that's what I wish it would have focused on. Without a clear destination or point to the story, I was as lost as Bob and Stuart and Kevin were while trying to find their new supervillain.

I didn't like Scarlet Overkill. I probably wasn't supposed to either, but that doesn't change the fact that she was an unreliable and one-dimensional character. I wanted to see the real Scarlet, not the power-hungry queen. Or maybe even see the minions stand up for themselves! I was disappointed with the story past their despair ice caves. I would have rather watched the minions in that cave for 90 minutes than watch the lifeless action sequence with the oddball villains that seemed strikingly out of place.

Being a third sequel, I never had high expectations. This isn't Toy Story, and you're not going to cry. You'll laugh a couple times, cringe a few more, and walk out of the theater with a shrug. I wish I could have as much as enthusiasm as Bob did, but that is completely unrealistic.… Expand

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TrilobiteGJul 10, 2015

I had my doubts about this movie. Minions are annoying nowadays and are abused as a meaning of selling merchandise. But this film ticked most of the boxes needed for a good animation film. To start negatively, this film was rushed as f*ck.I had my doubts about this movie. Minions are annoying nowadays and are abused as a meaning of selling merchandise. But this film ticked most of the boxes needed for a good animation film. To start negatively, this film was rushed as f*ck. Honestly, scarlet overkill had just the worst build up to an antagonist I've ever seen in a movie. It was so quick and should've started with a little more context. Also, the action sequences were too rushed and should've had a more quick slapstick humour to them (i'm not saying they didn'y, but more would be nice). This being said, the comedy in this movie was exemplary as the minions are just too adorable in trying to understand a foreign world to them. The references to British pop culture in the 60's/70's were on point and added great comedic value to a film that means both children and adults will enjoy. Not the worst, but really not the best animated film out there.… Expand

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edpoopstuffJul 13, 2015

this is another franchise that has been milked for money, I dont really like the movies made in 2014 and 15 because the movie industries have ran out of idea, the movie does have a little bit of humor but its a little to repetitive and alsothis is another franchise that has been milked for money, I dont really like the movies made in 2014 and 15 because the movie industries have ran out of idea, the movie does have a little bit of humor but its a little to repetitive and also in the trailer they made it look a little bit more promising(already knowing movie isnt going to be to great because of the previous ones), but they made it look interesting how they made people curious of were did the come from. In the story I didnt like how the did the beginning to much, expecting something a little more different but you know its whatever… Expand

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TVJerryJul 16, 2015

Anyone who has seen either "Despicable Me" knows that the minions are the cutest characters in the movies. Their occasionally intelligible jibberish never gets old and the silly slapstick always generates a smile, if not a laff. Three of themAnyone who has seen either "Despicable Me" knows that the minions are the cutest characters in the movies. Their occasionally intelligible jibberish never gets old and the silly slapstick always generates a smile, if not a laff. Three of them set out to find a new evil boss, only to get sidetracked with a plot to save the world. Most of the action is set in '60s London and the swinging period soundtrack adds upbeat nostalgic fun. While some of the gags are genuinely funny (and there are plenty of in-jokes for the grownups), the story wears thin and an endless energy makes up for true hilarity. Still, less discriminating younger viewers are bound to be delighted. NOTE: Stay thru the credits for a Beatles song featuring the entire cast.… Expand

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FallsDownzJul 11, 2015

Honestly the real and main reason why the studio (Universal) decided to make this movie at all is because how popular Minions is , they just everywhere know from toys to even some ride in Universal Amusement Park.

For me personally i'mHonestly the real and main reason why the studio (Universal) decided to make this movie at all is because how popular Minions is , they just everywhere know from toys to even some ride in Universal Amusement Park.

For me personally i'm okay with that , i mean i'm a big fan of these little yellow guy since the first Despicable Me in 2010 but overall i have to say that Minions is not a bad movie but it's also could be a lot better especially comparison to the first two Despicable Me that a lot better than this

first off the script it's horrible super cookie cutter cliche boring script that you pretty much getting tired of it , it's super predictable , lack imagination or any real story driven it's like they just search "how to write a movie script" in google and just do it exactly that.

Another thing that kind a let me down is the other main character in this movie besides minions and that is Scarlett Overkill voice by Sandra Bullock , she's awful really just another cookie cutter part of this movie , the character itself is boring repetitive predictable and not even likable at all she's just doing her bad stuff without any real background to it even though they try to force her terrible background in to our mouth but it's just terrible storytelling.

BUT but even though a lot of part in this movie is a let down , one thing that Minions fans should at least feel safe going into this movie is for sure the minions itself ,they're still cute funny and likable character the same character we know and love from the previous Despicable Me , so if you going to this movie just for this reason and you're a big minions fan there's no reason why you should not see this movie but other than that it's just another cliche mediocre movie that pass the test but never at the top of the class.… Expand

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Darth_KaneAug 7, 2015

I never got the point while watching the despicable movies, why I should find minions funny, and apart from a few chuckles, this film dedicated entirely to them felt like I wasting too much money on something I shouldn't have.

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wnick2000Jul 18, 2015

Minions is the prequel film that explains how the Minions came to be and how they met their master, Gru. Being a fan of the first 2 Despicable Me films, I was very hopeful that this would be good, but also very scared, because honestly,Minions is the prequel film that explains how the Minions came to be and how they met their master, Gru. Being a fan of the first 2 Despicable Me films, I was very hopeful that this would be good, but also very scared, because honestly, there's not enough substance to carry a whole film. Overall, it's not as good as the films before it, but it is still a nice addition to the franchise. I thought hearing just the minions for an hour and a half would get very tiresome, but they managed to make it work by adding human characters, while still keeping focus on the Minions. In this film we have an all-star cast that ranges from Sandra Bullock to Geoffrey Rush and Micheal Keaton. They all did a fine job at the rules they were given. I do have a few complaints with the film. It does seem to drag on a little bit but still manages to pick itself back up by the finale. A lot of the jokes were pointed towards kids, even more so than both Despicable Me, but the best jokes are the ones that kids may not get. There is a ton of references to 60's culture, and it's pretty cool to see something for the adults to enjoy.My biggest problem is that the story is really all over the place, It can't really stay focused on one thing for more than 10 minutes, and it gets a bit distracting. Overall, with a killer soundtrack and a ton of humor kids and adults will enjoy, even with the crumby story and a few flat jokes, Minions is still an enjoyable animated film, just not the best one this year.… Expand

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vikesh2206Jul 18, 2015

While the minions themselves aren't capable of carrying their own movie with a coherent plot and characters, Minions is enjoyable, amusing escapist fun that small children will undoubtedly enjoy with its dumb slapstick humour.

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BaganLeleoJul 22, 2015

While it's not oscar-worthy by any means. Minions is still a fun movie, a lot of the jokes are funny the presentation is great, and the soundtrack is good but not very memorable. Unfortunately the story isn't very deep and Scarlett OverkillWhile it's not oscar-worthy by any means. Minions is still a fun movie, a lot of the jokes are funny the presentation is great, and the soundtrack is good but not very memorable. Unfortunately the story isn't very deep and Scarlett Overkill isn't a very good villain.… Expand

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BoogeeFilmGuyJul 13, 2015

I thought the first two Despicable Me films were very enjoyable, but the highlight of both movies were the Minions. I thought they were hilarious. However, I thought they worked well as side characters, I didn't think they would be able toI thought the first two Despicable Me films were very enjoyable, but the highlight of both movies were the Minions. I thought they were hilarious. However, I thought they worked well as side characters, I didn't think they would be able to hold their own film. I still hold that opinion. Although the first two films were for families to enjoy, this one is for children. Your kids will laugh their faces off at this, but I don't think its as enjoyable for the parents. Sandra Bullock wasn't the greatest as the main antagonist, however Jon Hamm was a highlight in the film. I found him very entertaining in the role that he played, and he was the funniest thing in this movie. The main (Minion) characters, Stuart, Kevin and Bob were very entertaining, but most of it was slapstick humour you'll find funny the first time you watch it, probably not the next million times your kids chuck the DVD on (Kind of like the first Cars). I'll give the film credit, as its just a bit of harmless fun for the kids, but its not a great film in general. My final thoughts on this film are: Your kids will love it, but try to avoid buying it on DVD when it comes out, and avoid millions of viewings!… Expand

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Moviegoer11Aug 11, 2015

Good for little kids 12 years & below but certainly NOT for an older crowd. At the beginning the movie started interesting with the history of the minions but then it quickly got boring and predictable till the end...

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YellowKirbySep 9, 2015

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I love the minions. They are so funny, adorable and bumbling. I love their odd language and the way they resort to violence when annoyed. So, me and my friends went to see the minions movie. I barley laughed once. It had n over the top villain, a messy story and the funniest parts are the short sequence at the beginning and the five seconds with young Gru at the end. This was miles away from the quality of Despicable Me 1 and 2.… Expand

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FarhanFirozJul 19, 2015

The Movie Was a disappointment .They Showed Almost the Whole Movie in the Trailer.The Movie Wasn't Funny at all .They Plot wasn't That Good. Minions Language Gets Annoying Halfway through the Movie.
Scarlett Overkill Didn't have a BackgroundThe Movie Was a disappointment .They Showed Almost the Whole Movie in the Trailer.The Movie Wasn't Funny at all .They Plot wasn't That Good. Minions Language Gets Annoying Halfway through the Movie.
Scarlett Overkill Didn't have a Background Story.Gru's Absence Effect's The Movie .
Only The Last Act was Entertaining.… Expand

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gggggggggggJul 11, 2015

It was a bad movies, if you aren´t 5 years old, you´ll not like this movie, despicable me 1 and 2 i love that movies but minions was very bad, thanks minions inside out hasn´t a rival for the OSCAR, You think with this movie that British areIt was a bad movies, if you aren´t 5 years old, you´ll not like this movie, despicable me 1 and 2 i love that movies but minions was very bad, thanks minions inside out hasn´t a rival for the OSCAR, You think with this movie that British are retarded… Expand

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GrumpyDanJul 10, 2015

This film is maybe the worst of the Despicable Me saga, but keep in mind, it's a mindless comedy and you need to go in expecting that or you definitely will not enjoy this film. Minions is dumb but funny slapstick humor. Bullock and Hamm areThis film is maybe the worst of the Despicable Me saga, but keep in mind, it's a mindless comedy and you need to go in expecting that or you definitely will not enjoy this film. Minions is dumb but funny slapstick humor. Bullock and Hamm are also great in their roles. Unfortunately, most of the good slapstick was given away in the trailers, hurting my rating of this film. Minions is a film that you can get a kick out of watching once, but no more than that.… Expand

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josh777Jul 10, 2015

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ColginatorAug 14, 2015

Whilst these gooey lemons weren't the focus of Despicable Me, they were without a doubt the stars. As great as Gru was, not a single kid or adult left cinemas without at some point going "Bannana!" So it makes sense that they should end upWhilst these gooey lemons weren't the focus of Despicable Me, they were without a doubt the stars. As great as Gru was, not a single kid or adult left cinemas without at some point going "Bannana!" So it makes sense that they should end up getting a movie all of their own, that still has the same great animation and visual gags that made the franchise enjoyable to begin with.

It starts out giving a brief back-story for the history of the minions. Turns out the minions have been around since the dawn of time, always following the most evil bosses they can find. But their masters don't seem to last long as the minions end up accidentally causing the downfall of everyone of them, from Genghis Khan to Dracula. After hiding out for several years (leaving them oddly absent from having to work for the likes of Hitler or Stalin), 3 of the pint sized ducklings (Kevin, Stuart and Bob) go off to America in search of a new master in the 60's. Thus they go on an adventure, finding a new master called Scarlett Overkill, stealing a crown and accidentally taking over England.

The plot never actually takes any form, never remaining focused for long with the small yellow blobs getting distracted by every passing thing. But with the slapstick and chaos of the minions you don't really need one. It's less of a story and more of a series of sketches for the minions to put them into different situations going from hanging out with a family of bank robbers to being stepped on by the Beatles in Abbey Road.

An unexpected joy of this film ends up being the soundtrack. Not just because of the great Minion renditions (it starts off on a particular high note with the minions singing the 20th Century Fox theme), but also just a great selection of classic 60's tracks that should fill parents with nostalgia and introduce kids to some classic tracks.

However the film does have one key problem, which is there's too much from the minions. Their slapstick is funny, but it's not enough to carry the film for an hour and a half on it's own and ends up feeling worn out towards the end. The Despicable Me films mixed in Gru's brand of humour where he played the victim, that stopped the minions slapstick from becoming repetitive. It's also lacking the same emotional core that a character like Gru brought to Despicable Me, with his bittersweet story of a man becoming a father being far more engaging than a crazed villain wanting to own a crown.

But whilst the minions work much better as side characters, this spin off never feels like a misfire. It still has enough humour to be fun for the family, but just lacks the same level of rewatchability as previous films of the franchise.… Expand

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dharmaJul 16, 2015

Funny in spots, but thinly plotted prequel to Despicable Me. Will probably be more popular with the kids than their parents. Strangely, the minions themselves were quite amusing, its their human co-stars that are just way over the top.

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FranzHcriticJul 27, 2015

The movie is funny. That's all it was designed for and that's all I can give it. But there is no artistic merit, no real emotional story. It's as scatter brained as the eponymous title characters of the film. The 'Despicable Me' movies had aThe movie is funny. That's all it was designed for and that's all I can give it. But there is no artistic merit, no real emotional story. It's as scatter brained as the eponymous title characters of the film. The 'Despicable Me' movies had a balance of the Minions' slapstick humour. It doesn't make any sense, but then, you'd be as dumb as these minions to have expected it to make sense.… Expand

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ydnar4Feb 6, 2016

After watching the first two Despicable Me films I would've argued with you until I was blue in the face that the Minions could lead their own film. I was wrong. Minions serves as a spinoff/prequel to Despicable Me and I did find a few thingsAfter watching the first two Despicable Me films I would've argued with you until I was blue in the face that the Minions could lead their own film. I was wrong. Minions serves as a spinoff/prequel to Despicable Me and I did find a few things interesting at the beginning of the movie that had the Minions interfering with some of the most important moments and oddities in the worlds history but it quickly feels like it is running in circles over and over until the end of the movie. This movie has practically 0 heart and 0 development. The Minions just spend the whole movie running around causing mischief and ruining things and they are not nearly as funny as they were in the first two Despicable Me movies. The side characters needed to be good in this movie as well because the Minions obviously don't speak English and this were forgettable throughout. Its just an overall disappointing film that could have been so much better.… Expand

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papeadojhonJul 28, 2015

Although it can get to entertain to the great fans of the last two deliveries and even if it gives a more or less good story for a prequel, Minions feels for most of us like an overwhelming comedy, and even if it brings a few silly laughs,Although it can get to entertain to the great fans of the last two deliveries and even if it gives a more or less good story for a prequel, Minions feels for most of us like an overwhelming comedy, and even if it brings a few silly laughs, Minions is still not as smoothly as its most successful predecessors.… Expand

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AGNJul 17, 2015

As a person that thought that liked the first two Despicable Me movies a lot, I thought it had something special about them. It had the villain named Gru who had a special love and care for the three orphan girls. However, the funniest thingAs a person that thought that liked the first two Despicable Me movies a lot, I thought it had something special about them. It had the villain named Gru who had a special love and care for the three orphan girls. However, the funniest thing about the movie was the minions that bring a lot of laughs that come in small doses. Now, the directors of Despicable Me take the minions into the lead role in their own movie and the result is a fun, uneven movie set in the 60’s.

Before Gru, the Minions were looking for a villain. They tried and failed so many times with a different villain. Now, the three minions under the names of Kevin, Stuart, and Bob must find a new villain where they face a lot of obstacles in their way.

The First act was clever and superbly written as it shows life of the yellow creatures from the beginning of time to the 1900’s with a cunning voice by Geoffrey Rush as the narrator. The second act got a bit more routine after they introduced Scarlet Overkill and set foot in London. The third act, however, got very out of control as too many things were all at once.

Pierre Coffin does the voices for the minions which gave me all the laughs I could get and probably could. Scarlet Overkill’s character (Sandra Bullock), however, was tediously developed although Sandra did a good job of voicing her. I don’t want to spoil the rest of the cast but Scarlet’s husband (Joe Hamm) was cunning and witty as Hamm does a wonderful voiceover by him. The rest, however, are a mixed bag.

While the animation isn’t as good as Inside Out, Illumination Studios still does a great job of lighting everything and make great use of the textures. One fine example of this was Scarlet Overkill. When they showed her at the Villain-Con, her hair was bright and her dress was sleek. That was some of the best animation Illumination has ever done along with the water. There was also a mid-film bedtime story where the stop motion was so-so. The best animation was at the beginning where it was superbly hand-drawn where it showed the minions that were under the sea.

While I laughed a lot at the minions from the beginning, I also fell half asleep as the movie continued on when they were at London. I just felt like they were too much for those yellow dudes. It almost felt like they completely run out of energy by the end of the movie. Another thing is that when there was two moments when some people were just in their underwear, it completely offended me and I had to look away. I think that they were preparing kids for PG-13/R rated movies. However, the beginning and the end were the best parts. What made the beginning and the end so fun was that it was clearly narrated and in the end, they introduced young Gru.

Honestly, the selection of 60’s songs were a nice return being a fan of 60’s music. That means that they have tracks from The Kinks, The Who, and The Beatles and most of the 60’s songs work well on scenes especially the chaos for queen’s crown works out very well with the song of “You Really Got Me”.

All in all, I thought Minions didn’t reach the efforts of the Despicable Me movies. While Minions has laughter, colorful animation, some nice characters and song selections. Minions also has an uneven plot, some undeveloped characters, and things that may offend caring moms. To have a full satisfying experience, watch the end credits where you will get laughs with the minions and Gru. Call me a Gru fan but I really liked it more when the minions were with Gru the villain.… Expand

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Mohak79Jul 11, 2015

Expectations were high but movies was not.

Upon seeing the trailer I was very eager to experience the movie but it was a disappointment. These yellow creatures were expected to create hell lot of comedy and stomach aching laughter whichExpectations were high but movies was not.

Upon seeing the trailer I was very eager to experience the movie but it was a disappointment. These yellow creatures were expected to create hell lot of comedy and stomach aching laughter which seemed to be missing, except a single scene.
Most of the comic scenes to be laughed upon were already showed in the trailer so if you have watched all the trailer you must not waste money for buying the ticket.

The basic story-line was told in the trailer only and the adorable gibberish of minions became a reason of irritation in some scenes. As far as narration is considered it is what they have shown in the movie, so no narration in the whole movie which makes some scenes confusing.

Though the movie had several witty comic scenes but none were that appalling to have made the viewer ROFL, even children didn’t displayed much excited response.

As I said earlier the story-line was a disappointment though the movie started off very well and it was expected to be something different but all our hopes were shattered when the movie became a tail of bedtime story which has a villain that manipulate the heroes to get their work done and then betrays them.

The animation was way too awesome and was one of the best things about the movie. Also the 3-D was really appreciable.
On comparing with Despicable Me series Minion has no stand. In this movie there was a lack of Gru who would complement the minions or it could be other way around.

So basically if you are a minion fan than you may find the movie awesome but if you are a Despicable Me fan than you won’t have that big smile on your face when you’ll be retreating the theaters.… Expand

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damian103Jul 23, 2015

An okay comedy. Half of the jokes are funny but it gives a pretty good backstory of the minions.It doesnt give that much detail but at least we have the backstory.If you love the Despicable Me movies youre gonna enjoy this.But if youre goingAn okay comedy. Half of the jokes are funny but it gives a pretty good backstory of the minions.It doesnt give that much detail but at least we have the backstory.If you love the Despicable Me movies youre gonna enjoy this.But if youre going in blind or expecting something more youre gonna hate this movie.… Expand

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JaykobRileySep 10, 2015

a decent Spin off of the beloved minions but a bad story line and the jokes don't land, could be improved
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cwilliamhudSep 23, 2015

Its not nearly as memorable as its predecessors, but minions still boats stunning animation and some clever gags to still be a reasonably entertaining movie.

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Sosmooth1982Jan 5, 2023

Funny movie, but I thought it was kind of dumb. The minions did make me laugh a lot but the movie itself I just didn't like that much.

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JacobJul 1, 2016

The Minions is fine for what it is. A short hour and a half of the Minions that will mildly entertain you. While Illumination nails the visual elements in the film and the Minions don’t make you sick of them it definitely doesn’t lack theThe Minions is fine for what it is. A short hour and a half of the Minions that will mildly entertain you. While Illumination nails the visual elements in the film and the Minions don’t make you sick of them it definitely doesn’t lack the punch of the first film. The film is so focused on firing rapid fire jokes that it forgets to provide some heart. While some of the jokes work some just provide a mild chuckle and without that umph that the first film had this can’t help but feeling like a candy bar. Lot of sugar but low on energy. That’s because it is. The film is just an hour and a half of the Minions walking around talking to each other. For die-fans of the franchise this will be all they want/need. For everyone else though the film is kind of cute. The Minions are funny but they cannot sustain a whole movie on their own. Without a character like Gru to ground the film and occasionally cut to the Minions for bursts of laughter the film can’t help but feel hollow. Its mildly entertaining but unlike Shaun the Sheep, another spin-off film with side characters that speak gibberish, there is nothing to sing home about good for one viewing but that’s about it.… Expand