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I think this falls into the same mistakes that the third one did. It was still classic Minion fun, but it didn't have a story to tell. In fact, in this one there isn't really a story. The story was just loosely tied together. In fact, it's multiple different things tied together, to make a mess of a story. That being said, I still had fun. I thought that the different bits and pieces we got was the fun to be expected with this franchise. For me, it still had a little bit of the charm from the first two. It isn't completely lost yet. The growth of Gru and his son was cute, but that was just about as interesting the movie got. I still had a lot of fun with the Mega Minions, I hope we can see more of them in the future. This franchise will forever be a guilty pleasure of mine.

Now, I've been a fan of these Despicable Me Movies since 2010 and I've loved all of the movie in a variety of different qualities. However, there was a part of me that wasn't necessarily excited for this movie and that's a big surprise for me. Now that I've watched the movie and I can honestly say that while I did like this movie, we've officially come to the point where the Despicable Me Franchise is starting to feel played out.

Positives for Despicable Me 4 (2024): There is still a lot of fun that can be had with this set of characters and honestly these movies won't survive without them. I enjoyed that this movie has a wide variety of different characters with their own distinct personalities and charisma. I really enjoyed the addition of Joey King as Poppy Prescott as one of the the neighbor characters to the Gru Family. I liked the fact that the Gru Family has to figure out how they need to adapt to a new neighborhood. I really enjoyed the journey that Gru goes on with his infant son Gru Jr. Where at the beginning of the movie, Gru Jr. Hates his father and then eventually starts to like his father at he end of the movie. And finally, the minions are still a lot of fun with their insane antics.

Mixed for Despicable Me 4 (2024): The main issue that I have with this movie is the screenplay and that's primarily because the two screenwriters of this movie are Mike White, the creator of The White Lotus (2021-) and Ken Daurio, the screenwriter of multiple Illumination Animated Movies. And while I do enjoy what both of these guys bring to the table with their writing, their styles of writing do not feel compatible with each other in term of how they write their characters, construct their stories, the tone that they're going for and the themes that they want to explore. It literally feels the movie is trying to figure out what it wants to be throughout the runtime.

Negatives for Despicable Me 4 (2024): Similar to Despicable Me 3 (2017), Dr. Nefario is not in this movie, with the exception of a small cameo. And finally, the villains of both Maxime Le Mal and Valentina are by far the weakest in the franchise which is bizarre because they are voiced by Will Ferrell and Sofia Vergara respectively.

Overall, Despicable Me 4 (2024) is still a fun movie within this franchise but we've reached the point where this franchise is starting to feel played out and that's not a good thing.

Despicable Me 4 starts off strong with an opening scene that had me hooked, especially with Pharrell Williams' catchy song setting the tone. The Minions, as always, are a delight, and their interactions continue to be one of the film's highlights.

The new villain, Maxime Le Mal, feels more formidable than previous adversaries, raising the stakes for Gru and his family. Gru's lines seemed odd at first - stupid and foolish - but they actually serve a purpose in the story, which I found interesting. The Karate Sensei character, however, came across as overly foolish and didn't add much to the film.

While the film introduces some original ideas, the execution falls flat. Despite this, the writing effectively explores themes like manipulation, teamwork, and the blurred lines between superheroes and supervillains, which I appreciated.

The film maintains its wholesome moments, and I loved the introduction of the mega Minions. The chase scene with Lucy was a fun watch, keeping the energy high. The OST remains true to the series, staying consistent with its predecessors. There are a few pop culture references sprinkled throughout, though I felt the film could have done with a couple fewer of these.

The ending of the film is satisfying, and I believe it wraps up the story well. If this is the conclusion of the series, it's a fitting end. Strong 7/10.

Despicable Me 4 is operating on fumes. Just like last time it's a bunch of random side plots that just gets it to feature length (credits included). Still, even when these films are operating at a lower level they really understand not to waste your time with another 90 minutes of zany, erratic slapstick that peaks whenever the Minions are on screen, which once again is not enough.

Steve Carell sounds less like Gru and more like himself with every new instalment but he's still the sole voice actor holding the whole thing together and in this one, he's broader than ever. Will Ferrell and Sofia Vegara very quickly earn the title of worst villains in this franchise (Minions films included) with grating vocal performances that go for caricature in very annoying fashion.

The Minions remain really funny even in small doses despite the fact that there's nothing here as memorable as their big musical number in 3. The Mega Minions are by far the best idea this one has as it allows the film to poke some fun at superhero movies and keep their dynamic fresh. They should've been in it so much more instead of being relegated to a small handful of scenes.

Chris Renaud's direction certainly gives the film a lot of energy with the hyperactive pace which can barely stay still. The opening offers the false promise of this one having some genuine stakes before quickly pivoting away from that and turning the film into the cinematic equivalent of a sugar rush which helps to keep things moving at speed even when the jokes aren't landing.

"Despicable Me 4," the latest installment in the beloved animated franchise, delivers more of the same zany antics and heartwarming moments that fans have come to expect. Gru, voiced by Steve Carell, returns with his lovable Minions in tow, ready to embark on yet another wild adventure.

The movie introduces a few new characters, adding fresh dynamics to the familiar mix. The plot, while somewhat predictable, is packed with enough humor and action to keep viewers entertained. The Minions, as always, steal the show with their slapstick comedy and nonsensical chatter, providing plenty of laughs for both kids and adults.

However, "Despicable Me 4" struggles to break new ground. The storylines feel recycled at times, and the emotional beats, though effective, lack the impact of earlier films. The animation quality remains top-notch, and the voice performances are consistently strong, ensuring that the film is enjoyable even if it doesn't quite reach the heights of its predecessors.

Overall, "Despicable Me 4" is a fun, family-friendly movie that offers a good time, despite its familiarity and lack of innovation.

As I said above Despicable Me 4 will no doubt be a hit worldwide hands down but it didn't strike a chord in my books.

Pros Our lovable Minions doing what they do best which is wacky fun crazy stupid things which induces some laughs. I think the best cute thing was the baby Gru after the Minions. It was nice to see Gru for once a bit afraid and on the backfoot to protect his family.

Was lovely to see all the ex antagonists in the end from the series.

Cons I would say the plot is simple and predictable but the villain, although not a bad one was not as menacing and interesting.

Would have loved more of Dr Nefario.

Minion Superheroes were a treat to watch!

Gru, Lucy, Margo, Edith, and Agnes welcome a new member to the family, Gru Jr., who is intent on tormenting his dad. Gru faces a new nemesis in Maxime Le Mal and his girlfriend Valentina, and the family is forced to go on the run.

For what it's made for, it's a pretty good film. It's designed to provide entertainment, laughter, and a mental escape, and it definitely succeeds at that. The story is of course a bit lacking and the sequence of events are pretty predictable yet still filled with humour and action. When you watch a Minions movie or 'Despicable Me,' you look for the comedy, and although this one is filled with joke, unfortunately not all of them were good ones. Another observation: as we progressed from the first installment to this one, the minions' role has become less significant, which disappoints me since they were the reason I initially enjoyed these films. The voice cast remains incredibly strong, with accents and tones perfectly enhancing the movie's comedic aspect.

Score:6.5/10.

This fourth film in the series crashes and burns on multiple levels. The story is a tedious slog, failing to capture the spark of the previous entries. The villain, unworthy of the franchise's legacy, is a bumbling disappointment easily defeated by a puppy. This lackluster antagonist makes the film an unenjoyable chore, especially for fans who invested time in the previous installments.

But the problems go deeper than a weak villain. The plot itself feels uninspired, and the film fails to recapture the magic that made the earlier movies so entertaining. It's a forgettable entry in a series that deserved better.

"Despicable Me 4" is a mixed bag that might leave some fans wanting more. The movie, which I rate a 5 out of 10, unfortunately feels like it cut corners, particularly in its action sequences. The fighting scenes, which are a staple of the series' high-energy style, felt noticeably truncated. This lack of extended action left a sense of incompleteness, making the film's pacing seem uneven.

However, the film is not without its merits. There are some genuinely funny moments that capture the charm of the series, reminding us why we fell in love with Gru, the Minions, and their antics in the first place. The humor, while sporadic, still manages to evoke laughter and maintains the whimsical spirit of the previous installments.

The plot, while serviceable, doesn't break new ground. It follows a familiar formula, which might be comforting for some viewers but predictable for others. The new characters introduced did not add much depth to the story, and the development of existing characters seemed stagnant.

Visually, "Despicable Me 4" maintains the bright and colorful animation style that the franchise is known for, which is a definite plus. The Minions continue to steal scenes with their slapstick humor, but even their antics can't fully compensate for the film's shortcomings.

In summary, "Despicable Me 4" delivers some laughs and retains the visual appeal of its predecessors, but it falls short in terms of action and character development. While it's an enjoyable watch for die-hard fans, it doesn't quite capture the magic of the earlier films in the series.

It may have been seven years since the last Despicable Me adventure, but the creators have hit another home run with the fourth instalment of the franchise. Plenty of laughs and a fun adventure means it's a great light-hearted way to spend time at the cinema, for both young and old.

We get to see Gru, the kids and good old Sirus Ramsbottom once again, however there is a new super-villain intent on revenge against Gru for a 30 plus year grudge, If you want to have a fun time and especially if you are a fan of the Despicable Me/Minions films, then I would most definitely recommend seeing this film!

If it's not sacrilegious to say, I think this franchise is starting to run out of steam - the plot here isn't very original. The family "Gru" have a new child who doesn't much take to his father which only makes matters worse when arch-nemesis "Maxime Le Mal" - who is intent on turning everyone into cockroaches - escapes from custody bent on revenge on the man who put him in jail in the first place. Better safe than sorry, "Silas" relocates the family to a safe house where they have to pretend to fit in with the vacuous tennis club set, but one of that number - the feisty "Poppy" knows the secret and blackmails "Gru" into helping her pinch "Lenny" the badger from under the eyes of the diminutive "Principal Übelschlecht" at his alma mater. This adventure narks the headmistress and when she sees some video of the perpetrators, she's straight on to the phone with "Maxime" who hatches a plan to steal the baby and give him wings! The minions - and the newly formed and enhanced "Super Minions" - still manage to have some fun here as they discover their new home has a vending machine and an endless supply of popcorn, and there is some wit in the dialogue but the story itself is all pretty derivative and the animation looks a little too tired now. What was ground-breaking looks so much less now and the writing and characterisations are nothing special anymore. It does liven up for the last ten minutes, but the previously innovative and enjoyable mix of menace and mayhem has largely gone.

While the soundtrack was pretty good, the story never got interesting. I thought that maybe it was just me, but all four of my family members had similar feelings when it finally ended.

We were all looking forward to this movie, but it fell well short of our Despicable Me expectations.

I kept thinking "I should just fall asleep in the exceptional recliner at the theater", but I was optimistic that it would turn around... eventually. I was wrong.

The characters were all good, but instead of Gru and Lucy being proactive and adventurous, they seemed clueless and fearful. It was the opposite of the last two movies.

Skip this one. Your time is better spent taking a nice nap.

Verdict: SKIP IT!

Rating: 6.5/10

I really wanted to like this movie but it was pretty disappointing. The movie didn't have much of a story and the scenes felt like they were all over the place. The laugh out loud moments were too far and few between. I feel like they relied too much on the minions slapstick comedy as opposed to focusing on character development and creating funny scenarios in the storyline.

The villain was forgettable and not too impressive. The entire time it felt like there was nothing at stake. The only motivation for the villain was petty revenge. The thing that put me off the most in this movie was Gru's switch from a heel to a babyface. It just doesn't suit him or create funny moments. Gru is much funnier being the sarcastic wisecracking villain you love, not this tame neutered family man. He's much funnier popping kid's balloons and melting their ice cream then running around trying to please everyone.

I do admit though that him now being a family man makes sense in the continuity of the story, however it does nothing to improve the comedic scenes of the storyline which is why we all watch these movies in the first place.

I gave this movie a 6.5/10. It's not a good movie, but not a terrible one either. I feel that this movie was the weakest of the four and that this series has ran its course with nothing else left to offer. In my opinion, save your money and wait for this to come out on streaming.

It definitely is a good movie for what it's made for but plot wise it's alright. I thought it was nice movie with funny moments a Pretty good villain and great voice acting and animation the ending is definitely very fun and brought many memories back. I think it's the maybe the 4th or 5th best movie in the minions/despicable me franchise. But a negatives I think it's tied for the worst despicable me movie with number 3 as it doesn't really develop the characters age or anything. A big plus are the minions which I thought were amazing and really funny in this film. Oh and another negative is dr nefario is really a cameo in this movie which really sucked. But with that being said I think it's a funny must watch for kids with its being enjoyable and entertaining enough for older people.

The animations are fantastic and stole the show. As well as Minions. Minions are the highlight of this film and save it from a lower rating. The main character Gru himself is so cringeworthy that it's hard to watch. The whole movie is full of unnecessary scenes and events that have no purpose. It all comes down to form instead of content.

Nobody will remember the plot of this animated film. And there aren't many scenes worth recounting. Even the youngest will not like this movie because it is boring and full of collisions, hitting, falling and unnecessary nonsense.

Moneygrab so to speak. Forgetable.

A very ok film. Some unexpected and enjoyable scenes but a weak plot overall.

Being a children's film it's understandable that most of the gags should be targeted at this age group, but there was hardly any attempt at any clever subtle humour for the accompanying adults watching- something that is extremely common in similar animated films.

Unlike previous Despicable Me films, character evolution is now a forgotten concept, as we experience gag after gag that has no impact on the learnings of our protagonists, leaving us as viewers feeling less connected and invested.

At this point the Minions are basically holding up what is left of the franchise and writers must now face the challenge of writing more engaging storylines to keep a broader audience engaged in the series.

Either my sense of humor has changed, or the story was just too boring this time. The first half of the film seems to revolve around the same unoriginal theme, which feels too predictable and doesn't offer much in terms of fresh ideas. The Minions, who were once a hilarious highlight, seem to have lost their charm in this installment. While the movie may still appeal to younger audiences due to the chaotic, high-energy scenes and constant shouting, it simply didn't manage to engage me as much as previous films in the franchise. The jokes and slapstick comedy felt recycled, and I didn't find myself laughing as much as I had hoped. The film is still bright and colorful, and there are a few fun moments, but it didn't leave a lasting impression. Overall, it's a film that might entertain kids but lacks the cleverness and appeal that made the first movies stand out. I can only give it a 4/10.

I enjoyed Despicable Me 4! It's full of slapstick comedy plus new and old characters. The animation is so high quality it's despicable.

In the sixth installment of the Despicable Me franchise, Gru (Steve Carell), Lucy (Kristen Wiig), and the girls welcome a new member to their family, Gru Jr. (Tara Strong), who is set on tormenting his dad. And now, because of a new villain named Maxime Le Mal (Will Ferrell) and his girlfriend (Sofía Vergara), Gru's family is forced to go into hiding and adopt new identities. Will they take Maxime down or will their cover be blown? Watch to find out!

This movie is really cute, but there is just a lot going on at once. There are several different subplots and a lot of new characters that are crammed into this 94-minute movie, so some scenes feel a bit random and out of place. Nonetheless, this is a great family movie. Its humor is geared more towards younger audiences, but that being said, I and a lot of adults laughed throughout the entire movie. I adore all of the characters in the franchise dearly, but my favorite is Agnes, voiced by Madison Polan. She is so sweet and lovable and always wants to do the right thing. I also really love the performances from Steve Carell as Gru, Kristen Wiig as Lucy, Miranda Cosgrove as Margo, and Dana Gaier as Edith. Pierre Coffin, as always, is so impressive when voicing the minions (yes, all of them). Will Ferrell as Maxime and Sofía Vergara as Valentina, Maxime's girlfriend, are hilarious and really fit their roles.

The film's messages, similar to the previous installments, focus on the importance of family and doing the right thing. Be forewarned that there are some risky behaviors portrayed in this movie that young children shouldn't try to replicate.

Despicable Me 4 gets 4 of 5 stars from me and I recommend it for ages 8 to 18, plus adults. People who enjoyed the previous Despicable Me movies will definitely want to see this one. It comes out in theaters on July 3, 2024.

Let me be honest for a bit. It's tough to deeply despise the Despicable Me films. Granted, it's not a secret that Illumination is the laziest or the most dull animation in the business right now. However, there's some charm to them. Not only that but they're specifically made for a younger audience and are often the most difficult to be critical of. So as long as the kids are enjoying it, there's little to be said about it. With that being said, it's just decent. It's pretty middle-of-the-road in terms of quality. I'd be shocked if anyone was talking about this in a few days. What you see is what you get. That alone, it's an entertaining time. This is way more polished than the last Despicable Me film and the first Minions film. It's the longest break between them because it's up there with the original, from the humor to the story. There are a lot more rights than wrongs. The animation is solid per usual. There are some sweet moments here. The voice performances are great as usual. I was surprised by Will Ferrell's voice performance. If I hadn't known it was him, it would've taken a while to notice it. To have this man star as the villain straight out of a David Cronenberg film is hysterically strange. It's still rather formulaic. It goes as you expect with little to no surprises. Not every joke lands but the Minions did. The idea of Mega Minions feels like it should have come out a few years ago when the superhero genre was huge. The twist is endearing enough but once again, it's quite predictable. It's another average animated movie from Illumination. If a studio like Pixar or Laika made it, it would've been more creative. To be fair though, it did go further than what we're used to. If they keep making these (which I'm sure they are), I'll keep watching them even if they're not probably not going to be masterpieces. It is what it is at this point. You only recommend this to the kids.

From earlier this year comes the fifth entry (including the Minions solo outing) in the veritable series where we see the well maybe running a bit dry storywise for Gru & company. Gru has been notified an old adversary, who he beat in a villain of the year pageant years before, is out looking for revenge after breaking out of prison. Fearing for the safety of his family, Gru's minders put him & the fam into a witness relocation program where they try to fit in a new environment & where a pesky neighbor recognizes Gru & blackmails him to train her in the ways of villainy. The Minions also get a reboot w/the intro of super minions (reminiscent of the Fantastic Four) to aid in the new threat which seems to be targeting Gru's new baby boy who also doesn't care for daddy at this stage in his young life. And on & on it goes w/plot strands almost cancelling each other out for the sake of the usual Minion sight gags & intricate set pieces which don't add up to much but a chuckle & a wince by the time the last song montage runs into the end credit roll which considering the nearly billion dollars the film has taken in at the box office makes me think the filmmakers will not take a lick of my criticism to heart.

The various Gru movies have been fun, my wife and I have watched all of them, at home on DVD or Blu-Ray from our public library. Now, we just finished watching this last one, streaming on Peacock, after our weekly steak and wine dinner.

I don't know if my tastes are changing or if the makers of these movies are changing, but this one was not an entertaining experience. I really, really got tired of Steve Carell's voice as Gru. It went from entertaining to grating very quickly. Plus the antics of the Minions, arguably the most entertaining characters in these movies, were too often not funny.

There is a school reunion for the class of 1985, the school for "pas bon" which in French translated to "the not good." Gru was one of them plus an old nemesis of his. There is an experiment, insect characteristics are put into a human, and the chaos begins. I could hardly wait for it to end.

I really do hope this one is the last of the franchise, at least for te next 20 to 30 years.