Quite possibly one of the funniest movies of all time

Rating: 8/10 (12 February 2014)

If there are two things I love in an animation film those things are a good story and plenty of laughs. Although in this movie one eclipses the other by a large margin, Despicable Me 2 is as good a story as any. Now a family man, Gru has given up his evil ways and is stuck in sort of a rut. When he is recruited by the Anti Villain League he grabs the chance to once again experience a thrilling life, but at what cost is the question. Steve Carell reprises his role and shines yet again. All of the mannerisms in Gru's character are very well played and you laugh and cry along with him throughout the movie. Newcomer Kristen Wiig is a very welcome addition to the saga. Her quirky agent Lucy is a delightful character and provides a few giggles herself. However all of these great roles are overshadowed by those crazy yellow creatures known as the minions. In every scene they make an appearance they steal the show and leave you wanting more. Cuteness is also a factor played out very well by the Gru's girls with Agnes leaving a white smile in your face every time she speaks. Probably not a masterpiece of a movie, Despicable Me 2 is a hell of an entertaining piece of blockbuster cinema and feels fresh every time you watch it. Personally I find it to be one of the funniest movies of all time and overall a fantastic way to spend 1 1/2 hours without any worries at all.
Rating 9/10