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Despicable Me

Name: Despicable Me
Director: Pierre Coffin
Genre: Family, Comedy, Animation, Science Fiction, Action
Released: 2010-01-01
Duration: 95 min
Rating: 7.3
Cast: Steve Carell, Jason Segel, Miranda Cosgrove, Dana Gaier, Elsie Fisher

2010Dir. Pierre Coffin1h 35m

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Runtime1h 35m

Released2010

Budget$69M

Box office$543.3M

DirectorPierre Coffin

About This Movie

Despicable Me is really interesting in how it plays with the idea of villainy. Gru, voiced by Steve Carell, is not just another baddie; he’s got layers, and the way his character develops is quite enjoyable. The pacing is pretty snappy, keeping the laughs coming while also weaving in some surprisingly heartfelt moments, especially with the orphans. The animation is vibrant, with those Minions adding a unique comedic flair that sets it apart from other family films. And let’s not forget the score by Pharrell Williams—it really captures the whimsical yet slightly mischievous tone of the whole thing. It's a film that mixes humor and heart without losing sight of its core themes about family and redemption.

Director: Pierre Coffin; co-directed by Chris RenaudAnimation style uses a mix of 3D and 2D techniquesFeatures original songs by Pharrell Williams, notably 'Happy'Produced by Illumination Entertainment, known for distinct character design