Minions
2015 · Directed by Kyle Balda, Pierre Coffin
Original language: English
- family
- animation
- adventure
- comedy
The story
Minions Stuart, Kevin and Bob are recruited by Scarlet Overkill, a super-villain who, alongside her inventor husband Herb, hatches a plot to take over the world.
What it’s like
Bright, saturated 3D animation in sunny, candy-coloured worlds: 1960s Swinging London and open American highways rendered in cheerful primaries, with glossy surfaces, rounded shapes and busy, bouncy camera moves that never sit still for long. The sound is a jaunty orchestral and pop soundtrack that keeps pushing forward, with the Minions' gibberish chatter providing much of the texture. It is a loud, playful, slapstick-driven film, warm and silly rather than sinister, the kind of thing to put on for a family afternoon or a light weekend watch. Its vibe is goofy, upbeat and low-stakes, with a steady stream of physical gags and bright, exaggerated villainy. The emotional register stays chirpy, and the central arc follows three loyal underlings searching for a boss worth serving and finding their own loyalty along the way. Violence is cartoonish and bloodless: pratfalls, explosions and mock peril, with no real menace or gore. It suits young children, families, and anyone wanting cheerful, undemanding fun.
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