As if it wasn't already clear with the last two follow-ups in this franchise, the
Despicable Me movies can now stand alongside 21st century animated entities like the
Shrek and
Ice Age movies as franchises that started out with a great movie before descending into repetitive mediocrity. All the humor and even heart of the first Despicable Me has long since evaporated prior to this newest entry in the ongoing Gru saga,
Despicable Me 3, entering theaters. Now, all we've got is references to past movies, a poorly handled plot and unfunny Minion antics. I'd say the franchise is on autopilot but that would indicate it's still moving. It's more like the
Despicable Me movies have just been parked in a grimy parking spot for a few years now, not even doing the slightest bit of movement.
