It's really disappointing. But, to be fair, this film wasn't exactly made for teenage and adult audiences. It's meant to be a film for youngsters. In light of these events, the franchise should've stopped at the second film.
I will, however, give directors Kyle Balda, Eric Guillon and Pierre Coffin props for making good action in the film. But, the dialogue isn't well held together with that action. And even franchise veterans: Steve Carell, Kristen Wiig, and Miranda Cosgrove can't save this lackluster film.
Even to make matters worse, Trey Parker playing the 80's tv star and villain of the film. This is also a big problem because his character not only sounds like his raunchy "South Park" characters, he is really annoying.
On a more positive note, the action and its color is superb with some improvements to that of the first two installments. These are one of the few helpful things that make the movie better.
References to the 1980's will go right over kids heads. But it will delight adults. Which is another one of the few good qualities about this film.
Also, songs from Pharrell Williams, (who brought "Happy") curates songs and themes for this sequel. They are just as catchy and joyous like the songs from the 2013 sequel. Heitor Pereira returns to score. His score is lively and electric.
It all began 7 years ago. With two sequels, this franchise has become drained with this underwhelming yet somewhat entertaining film. A film that may not be as entertaining to adults than it is to children. You may slip on a banana peel trying to get a good glimpse at this animated, money making, kid friendly film.
Rate: C-
Director(s): Kyle Balda, Eric Guillon and Pierre Coffin
Starring: Steve Carell, Kristen Wiig, Trey Parker, Miranda Cosgrove, Steve Coogan, Jenny Slate
MPAA Rating: PG- (for action and rude humor)
Runtime: 1 Hour and 30 Minutes
Synopsis: The mischievous Minions hope that Gru will return to a life of crime after the new boss of the Anti-Villain League fires him. Instead, Gru decides to remain retired and travel to Freedonia to meet his long-lost twin brother for the first time. The reunited siblings soon find themselves in an uneasy alliance to take down the elusive Balthazar Bratt, a former 1980s child star who seeks revenge against the world.
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| Photo: Universal and Illumination |
