After seven years, our favorite supervillain, now an agent of the Anti-Villain League, returns with a shocking and frenetic delivery of chaos in the purest Minion style in the new Illumination film: Despicable Me 4 – 63%.
Felonious Gru and his family return to the big screen on July 3, seven years after its predecessor and two years after the prequel spinoff ‘Minions: The Rise of Gru’.
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What did Chris Renaud say about the ages of Gru’s daughters?
Chris Renaud, the co-director of the franchise, has made it clear that the characters in ‘Despicable Me’ do not age. This includes Gru’s adorable daughters: Margo, Edith and Agnes. According to Renaud, this decision is based on the desire to maintain the essence of the characters and the connection with the audience.
“It’s like ‘The Simpsons,’ where no one ages. They’re frozen in time. I’ve seen the movie with the audience several times and I don’t feel like people are wondering why Margo hasn’t grown up,” Renaud said.
Will there be a ‘Mega Minions’ spinoff?
In ‘Despicable Me 4’, the concept of ‘Mega Minions’ is introduced, a new experimentation within Gru’s universe. The Mega Minions are an improved and more powerful version of the already beloved yellow characters.
Although a specific spinoff for Mega Minions has not been confirmed, the possibility is open given the continued success of Minions in general. Renaud mentions that the popularity and cult status of the Minions are a “gift” to filmmakers, suggesting that there is always room to explore more adventures with these characters.
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What is ‘Despicable Me 4’ about?
The plot of ‘Despicable Me 4’ focuses on the life of Gru and his family as they face new challenges and villains. Gru, now a dedicated agent of the Anti-Villain League, must deal with his new nemesis, Maxime Le Mal (voiced by iconic comedian Will Ferrell), and his sophisticated and malicious girlfriend Valentina (voiced by Sofía Vergara). .
Additionally, Gru must adjust to the arrival of his son, Gru Junior, whose antics promise to further complicate the family’s life.
In this installment, Gru’s family is forced to flee and face various obstacles as they try to keep Gru Junior safe. The film is packed with fast-paced action and Illumination’s signature subversive humor, offering a perfect blend of chaos and fun.
‘Despicable Me 4’ is directed by Chris Renaud and Patrick Delage, with a script by Mike White and Ken Daurio, veteran screenwriter of all previous Gru installments.
What did the critics say about ‘Despicable Me 4’?
‘Despicable Me 4’ has received mixed reviews since its release. The film is recommended for families and fans of the franchise for its fun and action, especially for young children who enjoy the antics of the Minions. Critics have highlighted the sympathy of the characters and the characteristic humor of the series as strong points.
However, some critics have noted that the film may seem predictable and lack innovation, suggesting that it has lost some of the charm and heart of previous installments.
Despite these criticisms, most agree that the film offers an entertaining experience, although the plot feels saturated with too many subplots and characters. Despite these challenges, ‘Despicable Me 4′ has managed to maintain public interest, especially among the series’ younger fans.
Editorial staff of La Butaca Web says:
I recommend “Despicable Me 4” to families and fans of the franchise who are looking for a fun, action-packed movie.
Laia Cabuli from EscribiendoCine commented:
This fourth installment is not far behind, as it feels flat and forced, losing all the charm and heart that it once knew how to capture, by unnecessarily prioritizing a plot full of current issues and a narrative that neither moves forward nor goes back.
Diego Batlle from Other Cinemas
More of the same? Yes, but with the same effectiveness and irresistible charm that made this franchise a true crowd-pleaser.
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