Delicious Despicable Me

Rating: 8/10 (20 July 2011)

Let me make this clear from the outset; I'm one of those people who think animations are suitable for all ages, sometimes even more appropriate for adults. I was eager to see Despicable Me before it even hit theatres and it did not disappoint.
Steve Carrell lends his voice to Gru, a self-professed evil genius, however, it becomes blatant that he's kind-hearted beneath it all. He's almost unrecognizable, putting on an accent of some sort, possibly Russian. He takes in three orphans in a bid to involve them in his next evil plan, and finds himself caring for them more than he intended. This is where the film becomes hysterical. From the moment we meet youngest child, Agnes, it's impossible not to laugh. While the whole script is funny, it seems the writers gave Agnes the best jokes, which result in side-splitting laughter. One of my personal favourites is, "It's so FLUFFY!" Like all children's animations the plot is a little less developed than adult audiences would like, however, the hilarity and chaos that lasts throughout the film is enough to keep everyone entertained. The Minions are another factor which cause endless laughter. Their ability to cause destruction rather than helping Gru with his plans is stupidly funny.
I would definitely recommend this film to everyone, whether you want to watch it alone or with your family. It's completely age-appropriate, I can't think of a single innuendo throughout the film. Definitely one of the best animations of this decade, if not ever. Despicable Me embodies everything you could want from a kid's film; laughs, a touching story of growth and, of course, chaos.