Both a prequel, sequel and origin story, this is the fifth film from Universal to feature the minions, an army of denim-clad henchmen who worship helplessly nice villain, Gru.
While some might fear this blockbuster cartoon could be a cash-grab offering sleep-deprived parents chance for a quick nap, there’s a reason why musicians like St. Vincent, Phoebe Bridgers and Tame Impala’s Kevin Parker agreed to work on the soundtrack. The movie’s gothic acid-trip aesthetic provides an umbrella for some genuinely weird shenanigans. Quick translation: Minions 2 is frequently glorious.
