Minions (2015)

Turan finds the film an energetic, funny success despite its weak and faltering plot. He especially praises the Minions’ visual slapstick and amusing nonsense language.

The critic recommends this noisy, imaginative, seriously silly animated comedy. The review singles out its berserk semi-silent slapstick style.

The critic finds the spin-off busy, witty, and entertaining, and says it gives the Minions an enjoyable turn in the spotlight. He singles out the vintage-hit soundtrack as a musical lifeline for parents watching repeatedly with young fans.

Sragow presents the film as an entertaining comedy. He singles out the Minions’ backstory and their comic appeal as a group.

Osmond finds the film a lively, funny spin-off, though its London section sags. He praises its quickfire gags and the anarchic energy of the minions’ squabbles.

O’Sullivan finds the film’s cuteness irresistible despite criticizing its underdeveloped villains and familiar London-set elements. She praises the thrilling chase sequences and their fit with the old-school soundtrack.

Pulver finds the spin-off boisterous, cheery fun, though aimed at a younger audience than earlier Pixar films. He praises its hyperkinetic mix of knowing humour and silliness.

Richards finds the Minions funny but says the film loses its way once speaking characters arrive. He praises the early visual humour, while faulting the confused, time-filling plot.

Debruge finds the film hilarious but weaker in story than in concept, and more effective with the Minions as supporting characters. He especially praises the tightly packed, laugh-a-minute prologue tracing their history.

Ebiri finds the film harmless, amusing fun, though its loose story and jokes leave little lasting impression. He praises its playful freedom and the Minions’ cuteness and incompetence as sources of laughs.

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Henderson finds the film disappointingly domesticated despite its promise of comic anarchy. He praises the Minions’ early historical misadventures, but faults the clumsy heist plot for steering them back toward ordinary human affairs.

The critic finds the film uneven and narratively shapeless, despite its amusing slapstick. The standalone gags have charm, but the minions’ lack of character development leaves the story without a compelling arc.

Solomon finds the film a weak, overextended spin-off unlikely to merit a second viewing. He criticizes its repetitive slapstick and grating performances, while noting that the few laughs come from Minions-style pratfalls and comic business.

Fae finds the film very funny and good-natured, with energetic action and dialogue that stays on target. She particularly praises its Sixties jokes and visual gags, though notes the opening relies heavily on silent comedy.

Hammond finds the film frenetic, wacky fun that families will enjoy. He singles out its period gags and soundtrack as highlights, while noting that some action goes over the top.

The critic calls the film good fun, praising its silly, broadly accessible comedy. They particularly single out Bob and the distinct personalities given to the three central Minions.

Moynihan finds the film sugary and hollow for adults but a frequently hysterical romp for children. He praises its slapstick, colourful chaos and fast-paced fun, while noting that adults seeking smarter animation may prefer Inside Out.

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Brew finds the film passable but underwhelming, with scattered laughs and little story or character to hold it together. He praises its occasional historical liberties and a daringly absurd ending, but says the Minions lack the charm of the supporting role they came from.

The critic finds the film slow to start but ultimately amusing, while noting that the minions may have exhausted their comic potential as leads. The absurd visual gags, especially the tea-pouring police chase, are singled out for praise.

Schager finds the film energetic but ultimately tiresome and shallow. He particularly criticizes the Minions’ one-joke characterization and the stream of gags that rarely land.

Goble pans the film as frenetic, frustrating franchise filler. He especially criticizes its relentless pacing, saying the rapid-fire gags leave no room for humor to land.