Anyone who has seen either “Despicable Me” knows that the minions are the cutest characters in the movies. Their occasionally intelligible jibberish never gets old and the silly slapstick always generates a smile, if not a laff. Three of them set out to find a new evil boss, only to get sidetracked with a plot to save the world. Most of the action is set in ’60s London and the swinging period soundtrack adds upbeat nostalgic fun. While some of the gags are genuinely funny (and there are plenty of in-jokes for the grownups), the story wears thin and an endless energy makes up for true hilarity. Still, less discriminating younger viewers are bound to be delighted. NOTE: Stay thru the credits for a Beatles song featuring the entire cast.
(3 / 5)