Despicable Me 2
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Despicable Me 2 is a 2013 animated comedy film, the second installment in the Despicable Me franchise, which continues the story of reformed super-villain Gru. Now a dedicated father to his three adopted daughters, Margo, Edith, and Agnes, Gru is recruited by the Anti-Villain League to help track down a new super-villain, El Macho, who has stolen a powerful mutagen. The film blends action, comedy, and romance as Gru navigates his new role as a secret agent, deals with his eldest daughter's burgeoning interest in boys, and ultimately falls in love. It is aimed at a family audience, with particular appeal to school-age children and adults who enjoyed the first film. The movie generally promotes positive themes of family, loyalty, and redemption.
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Best For Ages
Parental Guidance is recommended for children under 8, with a general suitability for ages 5 and over. The MPAA rated it PG for mild rude humor, animated action/violence, and brief nudity. Younger children, especially under five, may find some scenes, particularly those involving monster transformations, scary or disturbing.
Good to Know
The film garnered some criticism regarding the stereotypical portrayal of Mexican characters, particularly El Macho (Eduardo Perez), who is depicted with a heavy accent, a Mexican restaurant, and a 'Latin lover' son, Antonio. There were also critiques concerning the weakening of Lucy Wilde's character into a 'damsel-in-distress' by the film's conclusion, despite her initial strong portrayal.
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