Despicable Me

80%

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83%

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Supervillain Gru, a man who delights in all things wicked, hatches a plan to steal the moon. Surrounded by an army of little yellow minions and his impenetrable arsenal of weapons and war machines, Gru prepares to vanquish all who stand in his way. However, nothing in his calculations and groundwork has prepared him for his greatest challenge: three adorable orphan girls who want to make him their dad.

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Borrowing heavily (and intelligently) from Pixar and Looney Tunes, Despicable Me is a surprisingly thoughtful, family-friendly treat with a few surprises of its own.

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Candice Frederick

Reel Talk Online

Charming, touching, and surprisingly funny, Despicable Me showed one man's journey to being the most hated to finally finding love--thanks to three little girls.

Rated: B+

Sep 11, 2017

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Nick Schager

Lessons of Darkness

The film benefits immensely from a Carell lead vocal turn that's loopy and droll.

Rated: B

Apr 14, 2011

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Anthony Quinn

Independent (UK)

Another Pixar-wannabe rolls off the production line, reminding us why we should accept no substitutes.

Rated: 2/5

Oct 15, 2010

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Don Shanahan

Every Movie Has a Lesson

It sounds like a plot I would find on a "Balderdash" game card of bad, random, yet actual movie plots.

Rated: 2/5

Apr 7, 2024

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Benjamín Harguindey

EscribiendoCine

It delivers laughter, tears, and a happy ending worthy of every digital animated feature. [Full review in Spanish]

Rated: 6/10

Feb 13, 2024

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Brian Eggert

Deep Focus Review

This is a kids’ movie in the worst sense, meaning children will get the most from the experience. Adults might moderately enjoy it; however, the movie fails to transcend demographics in the way animated movies should.

Rated: 2/4

Aug 18, 2023

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Amy Storyline , humor, imagination, creativity of the movie Rated 5/5 Stars • Rated 5 out of 5 stars 07/06/24 Full Review Madeline very funny and comical Rated 5/5 Stars • Rated 5 out of 5 stars 08/12/23 Full Review Stonecrest Movie Goer It was fun to see the movie back in the big screen! Rated 5/5 Stars • Rated 5 out of 5 stars 02/11/23 Full Review GILBERT G GREAT 😊 MOVIE 🎥 I REALLY ENJOYD IT ALOT Rated 5/5 Stars • Rated 5 out of 5 stars 03/25/22 Full Review Damion E. It's been years since I last saw this one but after seeing it with a little one I thought it was pretty solid. It's pretty obvious that this was one of the only good films to come out of Illumination after it's steady decline in quality but still a pretty good time. Rated 4/5 Stars • Rated 4 out of 5 stars 06/17/21 Full Review jacek j It's a must see. The critics who complain about it not reflecting demographics should, for crying out loud, just relax for once. Once again, I'm so happy that NOBODY is paying attention to what they say anymore. Rated 5/5 Stars • Rated 5 out of 5 stars 11/23/24 Full Review Read all reviews

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Chris Renaud Director Pierre Coffin Director Steve Carell Gru Jason Segel Vector Russell Brand Dr. Nefario Julie Andrews Gru's Mom

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