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iSimon420Jul 19, 2015

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I stood in the pouring rain in California, hailed a cab and wasted twenty dollars of my own money to see this abomination with my family. Let me state to emphasize, THIS MOVIE IS AN ABSOLUTE **** WASTE OF YOUR MONEY AND TIME. No subtitles on the generic minion main characters throughout the entire movie. No Gru until the very end and even then its just his toddler form. But the biggest crime? SANDRA BULLOCK WRITTEN BORING?! That is NOT how you make use of a good actress movie...NO....just no.

Minions need a master find master master dies rinse and repeat until you gouge your eyes out so you never have to see such a retarded movie ever again. NONE of the charm of Despicable Me 1 and 2, all hollow and all the characters ARE NOT....FUNNY. I laughed all of four times, my father fell asleep the entire time and then he woke up at the end and said and I'll never forget this **** "That movie was two hours too long." And I agree.

STAY THE **** AWAY FROM MINIONS THIS MOVIE IS POISON!… Expand

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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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FamilyGuy117Jul 18, 2015

My Granddaughter loved it, and in the end, that's all that really matters...

I also was amused throughout, and this is from someone who hates animated movies...

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duncan1964Jul 18, 2015

A riot of invention and slapstick humour, Minions is sure to delight little kids and adults who are still kids at heart. Always the best thing about the Despicable Me movies, the Minions breakout in their very own origin story detailing theirA riot of invention and slapstick humour, Minions is sure to delight little kids and adults who are still kids at heart. Always the best thing about the Despicable Me movies, the Minions breakout in their very own origin story detailing their centuries long search for an evil master to serve. With little in the way of dialogue, and a plot thats gossamer thin, Minions works thanks to brilliant creative writing and inspired voice work. A blast from start to finish… 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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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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iCCJul 16, 2015

This movie is for anybody without a sane sense of humor, or for anybody has not passed the age of 'Oh cutie!'. The plot is awful and stupid, and the characters don't make any sense.

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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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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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mcblancaflorJul 15, 2015

Although having an uninteresting plot, it is a hilarious film with the Minions doing what is expected of them: to entertain. (Had a lot of laughs in the run of the movie.)

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likeitisJul 15, 2015

What's wrong with this idea? Let's make a cartoon with hundreds of ugly dwarfs whom you can't understand and let's make it VIOLENT, the main premise, the search for a villain to worship. Not entertaining, not funny. The ONLY memorable thingWhat's wrong with this idea? Let's make a cartoon with hundreds of ugly dwarfs whom you can't understand and let's make it VIOLENT, the main premise, the search for a villain to worship. Not entertaining, not funny. The ONLY memorable thing about the movie was I had to pay $2 more than my 4&6 yr old grandchildren.… Expand

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SagaGeminisJul 14, 2015

Pesima Pelicula Aburrida..Realmente ME ESTABA DURMIENDO observando tanta tonteria recurrente chistes sin sentido, de lo peor que he observado

Los efectos graficos de los primeros 5 minutos de la pelicula excelentes, el resto de la peliculaPesima Pelicula Aburrida..Realmente ME ESTABA DURMIENDO observando tanta tonteria recurrente chistes sin sentido, de lo peor que he observado

Los efectos graficos de los primeros 5 minutos de la pelicula excelentes, el resto de la pelicula para olvidar, 2 villanos Scarlett y Herb crudos, desabridos

Realmente una pelicula no puede depender de tanta tonteria y estupideces recurrentes, personajes bobos como los minions, que sirven como acompañantes y dan un giro necesario en las peliculas de GRU, pero mas de 90 minutos REALMENTE FASTIDIAN.

Humor BOBO

Cinepolis en Mexico esperaba salas llenas , sin embargo sus salas quedaron SEMIVACIAS, no fue el boom que tanto esperaban.

La Sala en la que me encontraba se encontraba en SILENCIO, solo uno que otro niño se reia, al final los comentarios de la gente fueron que estuvo PATETICA, CHAFA, GUARRA.

Realmente me dolieron los 53 pesos que me salio el 3D.

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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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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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AGarcia732Jul 13, 2015

7--Good for the Kids, Not so Much for the Adults

It’s an animated spin-off film starring creatures that talk gibberish. Obviously you shouldn’t be asking for much with a movie like that. But that shouldn’t be an excuse for this film to be7--Good for the Kids, Not so Much for the Adults

It’s an animated spin-off film starring creatures that talk gibberish. Obviously you shouldn’t be asking for much with a movie like that. But that shouldn’t be an excuse for this film to be average. I really liked the first Despicable Me movie, and the second one was OK to me. (In my opinion, it didn’t live up to it’s predecessor). With “Minions”, I was cautiously optimistic.

This movie made me think of another animated spin-off that came out a while ago, “Penguins of Madagascar”. They both suffer from similar issues. Both films feature the antics of (previously-supporting) cast members who mostly provided comic relief. While the minions just mess around and spout nonsense, there still was opportunity to maybe tell a story with them. Unfortunately, the filmmakers failed to do this as best as they could have.

The Nelson family were an amusing bunch of characters, but I think their roles should’ve been expanded. As they’re the first humans Kevin, Stuart, and Bob meet, they should’ve had more importance and influence on them. The minions are so impressionable, yet the Nelson’s don’t leave any lasting influence or mark? Scarlet Overkill (Sandra Bullock) and her husband Herb are both fun characters, but neither of them are ever fully developed or made unique in any way. The minions themselves are what you’d expect.

The plot of the movie revolves around villains attempting to steal the Queen’s crown. Herb’s gadgets make this relatively easy, but if he had them all along, why didn’t Scarlet use them to steal the crown earlier? She’s very capable, but for some reason lets the minions do the work for her. Why?

I think one of the main reasons this movie exists is to sell merchandise--particularly toys. “Minions” is ultimately a dumb, but harmless kid film. It doesn't live up to the first two Despicable Me movies. It's definitely not as good as Inside Out, which came out a few weeks ago. But if you want to watch it, I recommend renting it or seeing it on Netflix.

I have reviewed 40 movies (on Metacritic and IMDB), some recent ones, including: Inside Out, Avengers: Age of Ultron, Fast and Furious 7, The Divergent Series: Insurgent, Taken 3, and more. I also review TV shows.

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The minions’ submissive nature and tendency to have a villainous master was actually a pretty interesting concept IMO. It had never occurred to me that the minions had actively sought out masters; in ‘Despicable Me’ they are all just shown to be employed by Gru and their origins are never really explained.… 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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LilWayneHaterJul 13, 2015

This movie is the funniest movie, next to Jack and Jill. The actors are really good and have a depth in their humour that even adult will laugh for weeks after. If you hate the minions, your opinions will change after watching this. I nowThis movie is the funniest movie, next to Jack and Jill. The actors are really good and have a depth in their humour that even adult will laugh for weeks after. If you hate the minions, your opinions will change after watching this. I now only buy products with minions on them !… Expand

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SovereignlolJul 12, 2015

After seeing this movie, I've lost my will to live. My father left the movie about half way in and I haven't seen him since. My mother has taken her own life and I'm sitting here with a rope and a gun just trying to find out how I want to go.

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ihatemylifekingJul 12, 2015

minions the movie ruined my life all my friends and my family post minion memes and i get cyberbullied and everyone doesnt like me HELP??????????????! jump

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MiljacJul 12, 2015

Silly Minions from Despicable Me are just as silly and adorable in this prequel of the aforementioned cartoon. There is nothing deep in this type of humor, so if you didn't like Minions and their jibber-jabber during the previous twoSilly Minions from Despicable Me are just as silly and adorable in this prequel of the aforementioned cartoon. There is nothing deep in this type of humor, so if you didn't like Minions and their jibber-jabber during the previous two installments, chances are you will find this ridiculous and/or annoying. For the fans, they should still find stuff to enjoy. Not to say that it could have been done much better and funnier, but still... Funniest stuff for me comes at the beginning (which was basically all the stuff from the trailers) and in the end, where I had some genuine LOL moments. The stuff in between is "hit or miss", but it was enough entertain me. The movie is not too long by today's standards, which is another plus.… Expand

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horcrux2007Jul 11, 2015

If you've ever seen Despicable Me or its sequel, you will definitely remember the little yellow tic-tacs called the Minions. They stole the show in almost every scene they were in, and they were memorable and cute little sidekicks. However,If you've ever seen Despicable Me or its sequel, you will definitely remember the little yellow tic-tacs called the Minions. They stole the show in almost every scene they were in, and they were memorable and cute little sidekicks. However, too much of a good thing isn't necessarily a good thing, and the origin story for the Minions is the perfect example of that. Minions shows what those little bananas did before they met Gru as they journey to the International Supervillain Convention in 1968 and become henchmen to the world's most notorious villain, Scarlet Overkill. The issues with Minions are present from the very first scene and continue throughout the entire film. Much of the humor, as agonizing as this sounds, is supposed to come from the way the Minions talk. That wears out its welcome extremely quickly as you can imagine. Even the jokes that don't concern the Minions are reused numerous times throughout the film, making this movie tedious and repetitive. That could be somewhat forgiven if Minions had interesting characters or a compelling enough story, but unfortunately, this film has none of that. The Minions aren't exactly dramatic characters; they're always the sidekicks, destined to be overshadowed by the villains they serve. Even Scarlet Overkill is a fairly generic villain. She doesn't have any sort of special powers or a unique personality to distinguish herself from other power-hungry female villains. There's never any sort of drama or development with her character. Now onto the unfocused and rushed plot. If you have the attention span of a goldfish, you might find the plot of Minions to be fun, but anyone else will feel like they're being suffocated by the insanity of this film. This movie just never takes a break. There's never a moment where you can calm your senses from the insanity of the previous scene, and it's not because it's some action-packed spectacle. It seemed like the filmmakers were trying to fit as much as they possibly could into each scene so that much younger kids wouldn't be bored. Minions might entertain the least demanding moviegoers and their very young children, but anyone else should stay away from the contrived plot, tired jokes and dull characters littered throughout this movie.… Expand

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SantiagoForeroJul 11, 2015

The minions are great sidekicks, and sometimes they have hit such hilarious moments in the despicable me franchise that it was hard to dislike them, they are such good characters for comedic effect. But for comedic effect only. They trulyThe minions are great sidekicks, and sometimes they have hit such hilarious moments in the despicable me franchise that it was hard to dislike them, they are such good characters for comedic effect. But for comedic effect only. They truly cannot carry their own film, and their repeated jokes and gags get rapidly boring, only appealing to the kind of audience who enjoys raunchy and mindless humour. And that is about everything I can say about minions, because this movie is stretched to such thin material, that I find no purpose in talking about story or character development or moral messages because there are none. I would recommend seeing this film if you are a die-hard fan of this franchise, because if you are not, chances are you will end up disliking this film. (P.S, I would not show this film to a kid younger than 6 years old, sometimes it crosses the line)… Expand

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limelightJul 11, 2015

The villain is poorly cast (Sandra Bullock). Very one dimensional character. Can be blown up, smashed by a chandelier but cant withstand an ice blast...Cmon. The whole movie is like a terrible SNL skit but it has to last an hour and a half.The villain is poorly cast (Sandra Bullock). Very one dimensional character. Can be blown up, smashed by a chandelier but cant withstand an ice blast...Cmon. The whole movie is like a terrible SNL skit but it has to last an hour and a half. Kids will eat it up of course but adults and parent will be bored.… 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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TomHugJul 11, 2015

The Minions were so good and so funny in both "Despicable" movies. I expected more of the same, but did not get it. The funniest part of this movie actually takes place before the the movie starts. After that it's a few moderate chuckles onThe Minions were so good and so funny in both "Despicable" movies. I expected more of the same, but did not get it. The funniest part of this movie actually takes place before the the movie starts. After that it's a few moderate chuckles on top of a really thin story. I did not expect Citizen Cane, but I did expect something on par with the "Despicable" movies. This is not even close.… 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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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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MadMaxFuryRoadJul 10, 2015

Again, the critics were wrong. Okay they fooled me, even the audience score, which I usually rely on at rotten tomatoes was at 68%!!! Like seriously, this is actually entertaining and fun. I wasn't disappointed at all and this was exactlyAgain, the critics were wrong. Okay they fooled me, even the audience score, which I usually rely on at rotten tomatoes was at 68%!!! Like seriously, this is actually entertaining and fun. I wasn't disappointed at all and this was exactly what I paid $10 for. From the opening scene, I knew this would be funny. Sandra Bullock is good as the villain, and the minions are cute. Great lead up to Despicable Me and made sense as they couldn't keep a leader, but found Gru. On the downside, the theater wasn't as crowded as Inside Out was and my theater was sold out but only had 96 seats.… Expand

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McGillotineJul 10, 2015

In an age of below mediocre kids films such as Home, Tommorowland, Planes, with the list growing ever larger. Minions is a film that no only works well but complements the source material on which it is based upon, working with colorful newIn an age of below mediocre kids films such as Home, Tommorowland, Planes, with the list growing ever larger. Minions is a film that no only works well but complements the source material on which it is based upon, working with colorful new characters such as Herb and Scarlet Overkill played by Jon Hamm and Sandra Bullock, respectively who give great performances in their first voice roles ever as the despicable villains of the film, but it is the main highlight of the film that is of course Pierre Coffin who portrays the odd and somewhat mentally challenged Kevin, Bob and Stuart on a quest to find a new master who is evil diabolical and of course has a high mortality rate. Filled with the occasional slapstick humor and moments of complete goofiness. The minion movie is well worth a watch for any age group… Expand

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HaithamBJul 10, 2015

Despite its simple yet ridiculous premise, Minions is a fun time with the family; it is cute and cuddly with humor that pleases both the kids and their parents.

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ArmaanADKJul 10, 2015

Short, but effective injections of comedy. Tied with moderate, yet satisfying character development with minimal dialogue. Minions is a refreshing family film, filled with fresh fun for the summer.

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SHORTFINGERJul 10, 2015

i thought it was very funny i enjoyed it. stay after the credits still more funny stuff. i like the music too good old rock and roll. i will be getting the dvd when comes out and even the sound track.

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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

Meh.Meh.Meh.Meh.Meh.Meh.Meh.Meh.Meh.Meh.Meh.Meh.Meh.Meh.Meh.Meh.Meh.Meh.Meh.Meh.Meh.Meh.Meh.Meh.Meh.Meh.Meh.Meh.Meh.Meh.Meh.Meh.Meh.Meh.Meh.Meh.Meh.Meh.

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MattyiceJul 10, 2015

It's a mindless comedy and you need to go in expecting that or you definetly 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 wasIt's a mindless comedy and you need to go in expecting that or you definetly 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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danippJul 10, 2015

Not as good as I expected but just to see Minions again is already worth the ticket. Follow their history in the world and how they became involved with Scarlet and Herb Overkill can be quite amusing and funny. We have some issues in theNot as good as I expected but just to see Minions again is already worth the ticket. Follow their history in the world and how they became involved with Scarlet and Herb Overkill can be quite amusing and funny. We have some issues in the script towards the development ot their relationship and how the ending was made (except the final scene) but,in general, we have an entertaining piece after all. Nothing amazing, I highlight, just very cool and cute. Fans will enjoy it.… Expand

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NerdConsultantJul 10, 2015

Minions is ok. it's fairly funny and had some cool characters. but the problem is that without the Despicable Me cast there is way too much of the minions and it doesn't fully work and just seems like a ton of sequences that have been tiedMinions is ok. it's fairly funny and had some cool characters. but the problem is that without the Despicable Me cast there is way too much of the minions and it doesn't fully work and just seems like a ton of sequences that have been tied together rather loosely. i also thought the really talented cast were wasted. that being said i enjoyed the film and i think some of the best moments are the background gags but it need to be better written to keep the entire audience engaged. oh and the 3D was good but slightly too gimmicky… Expand

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MarickJul 10, 2015

As if he does not have anything like the first two films, but it's still a movie that say, is worth seeing .

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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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MC_KJul 10, 2015

我不得不說，小小兵瞄準觀眾，以觀眾為主要目標
但我覺得過度的出賣小小兵們
很萌很可愛沒錯，但劇情的操控模式太過簡便而電影商只是不斷利用小小兵們對觀眾發射出超萌訊息的確，這是一個非常幽默的電影但即便幽默，但過度利用以及一味作出能讓觀眾哈哈大笑的電影實在是膚淺如果你曾看過皮克斯的動畫，那麼你應該要知道這部動畫的製作定位還是不夠廣泛簡單來說:太表面了，還是無法深入了解小小兵喋喋不休的太過火，在觀賞時心不斷的被小小兵拉走，劇情反而顯得薄弱我不得不說，小小兵瞄準觀眾，以觀眾為主要目標
但我覺得過度的出賣小小兵們
很萌很可愛沒錯，但劇情的操控模式太過簡便而電影商只是不斷利用小小兵們對觀眾發射出超萌訊息
的確，這是一個非常幽默的電影
但即便幽默，但過度利用以及一味作出能讓觀眾哈哈大笑的電影實在是膚淺
如果你曾看過皮克斯的動畫，那麼你應該要知道這部動畫的製作定位還是不夠廣泛
簡單來說:太表面了，還是無法深入了解
小小兵喋喋不休的太過火，在觀賞時心不斷的被小小兵拉走，劇情反而顯得薄弱
小小兵真的適合闔家觀賞嗎?是的，但真心來講，小小兵這部電影就只像最新一集的馬達加斯加動畫:表面、出賣、沒有深度
靠著人物的出名來寫出一個慵懶的劇本並不是一個出賣小小兵，吸引大量觀眾觀賞的好方法
能夠深入淺出才是一個解決之道
在電影院中家長牽著小孩，電影院中坐滿慕名而來的青少年們，我必須講出實情
小朋友並沒有因此獲得大大的充實、滿足，感覺只是一笑之過，頂多幾天後跟同儕們說:我有看過
所以，存下錢吧，好動畫還在後頭呢!… 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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