"Despicable Me 4" returns with the Minions causing mischief once more, but this sequel feels phoned in, prioritizing flash over meaningful content to a noticeable degree. There’s not much to praise beyond the impressive technical execution—the animation is visually striking and the direction surpasses what's typically expected from an animated feature—leaving it feeling like little more than disposable entertainment …

I’m not sure it's appropriate to suggest this, but I believe this series might be losing its spark – the storyline feels quite uninspired. The Gru family now includes a new child who isn't particularly fond of his dad, which complicates things further when their old enemy, Maxime Le Mal, breaks free from prison with plans for payback against the person responsible for his incarceration. To ensure everyone’s safety, S…

I’ve honestly lost track of how many movies there are now in the Despicable Me series and all their different plots. I've never really been crazy about these films, but they used to at least have some energy. This fourth movie featuring Gru, though, is pretty disappointing. Younger viewers might still find it silly and fun, but something’s missing—it doesn’t have much heart. One of the consistent issues with the D…

This movie is just awful; there’s no reason to watch it.

The latest installment, "Despicable Me 4," proves to be a welcome entry in the popular animated series, recapturing the qualities that have made it so well-liked. Kyle Balda’s direction brings back Gru, portrayed by Steve Carell, and his Minions for another amusing story. The film manages to mix touching scenes with genuinely funny moments, and it also introduces new characters alongside some inventive developments i…