'Despicable Me 4' movie review: Formulaic film that has its moments

CHENNAI : When you book tickets for a Despicable Me film, you expect two main things: a generous helping of Minion mayhem and a sprinkle of outlandish villainy. While Despicable Me 4 attempts to differentiate itself from past entries, it ultimately falls back on a familiar formula, delivering a forgettable experience with occasional comedic sparks. This time around, the film brings fragmented parts and tries to join them together with hard glue, making it look and feel like Frankenstein’s monster. However, a saving grace in the film is the unexpected comedic spark between Maxime Le Mal, voiced by the hilariously French-accented Will Ferrell and Valentina, brought to life by Sofia Vergara. The character of Gru Jr, while undeniably adorable, ultimately falls into familiar tropes, like the clueless child unintentionally aiding villains.