Reversal of Classic Superhero tropes

Rating: 7/10 (4 July 2019)

Megamind tries to present the viewpoint of the classic arch-villain in superhero movies. It is self-deprecating and very original for the genre. The protagonist (the person you should root for) is presented as the arch villain against the perfect "goody two shoes" hero adored by society.
What makes this cartoon special is that there is no 'switchback' where the hero suddenly demonstrates bad intentions or the 'antagonist' suddenly finds some higher meaning to be redeemed. That is the amazing Yin and Yang to experience in this cartoon. One exists because of the other, and has no purpose when isolated.
We get to know why MegaMind has grown up unfairly to be a underprivileged dick, but we also realise that he might have been a pretty productive member of society without the degradation that he received from the privileged 'hero' from kindergarten days.
I have to credit the characterization in this film. No black and white setups.The characters are totally believable in their inner conflicts and character progress. Even the main baddie is understandable in his own, self-gratifying way.
Well made, humoristic and worth your time.