Sequels can be very tricky things. They need to be able to advance the story and provide viewers with something new that still has all the elements of the first film. Sadly 'Despicable Me 2' has very little of the magic which made the first film so great. The problem for me was that it seemed to be aimed more at children this time and lacked some of the more cutting edge or sophisticated humour that the first film had. Without giving too much away there is a major plot point where the writers went in an incredibly obvious way. There was a chance to do something a bit different but instead they went the predictable route. I think children could have handled a more interesting twist so instead they did not give their audience enough credit. That really spoiled the film for me. I know it probably shouldn't have but it did. There are a few nice elements and the Minions usually provide most of the laughs.
Steve Carell once again does an excellent job as Gru. His strange accent really suits the character. Kristen Wiig has one of those voices that's not very distinctive so it is great that she blends in with the character. Benjamin Bratt does an excellent job with Eduardo considering how he got the job. I quite liked Steve Coogan as well.
Judging by the success of the film, you do not need me to tell you what it is going to be like. I was very disappointed and expected more.
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