atomicaus
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First of all, as a 21 year old, I did feel a little out of place in the cinema, that's why I love night sessions. But I am glad I stuck through the awkwardness, this was a wonderful addition to the series.
The story makes sense in the established universe, and for the most part feels like a natural progression of the character's arcs from previous editions. Getting to see how Gru continues to change with the influence of the girls, now with a full family and established lives individually as well as together, is wonderful and really does add to the stakes.
Agnes is still the lovable and innocently simple minded little girl who initially broke through to Gru and started the whole process of de-eviliing him and the minions.
Edith is still the pessimist and realist that works to contrast everything and make the actions really stand out.
Margo continues to be the voice of the audience, highlighting how Gru's actions do have adverse effects, whether positive or not.
The minions have even improved, it feels like they've been wound back just a little, saving us from having essentially Rabbids from Springfield, and just having lovably stupid and invincible merchandise oppourtunities.
It is AMAZING to get to see Gru return back to some of the more villainous elements of his character, but still from a positive light, we get to keep what we have, while regaining some of the awesome that we had to give up.
I could happily watch DM4 many more times, and I probably will in future.
The story makes sense in the established universe, and for the most part feels like a natural progression of the character's arcs from previous editions. Getting to see how Gru continues to change with the influence of the girls, now with a full family and established lives individually as well as together, is wonderful and really does add to the stakes.
Agnes is still the lovable and innocently simple minded little girl who initially broke through to Gru and started the whole process of de-eviliing him and the minions.
Edith is still the pessimist and realist that works to contrast everything and make the actions really stand out.
Margo continues to be the voice of the audience, highlighting how Gru's actions do have adverse effects, whether positive or not.
The minions have even improved, it feels like they've been wound back just a little, saving us from having essentially Rabbids from Springfield, and just having lovably stupid and invincible merchandise oppourtunities.
It is AMAZING to get to see Gru return back to some of the more villainous elements of his character, but still from a positive light, we get to keep what we have, while regaining some of the awesome that we had to give up.
I could happily watch DM4 many more times, and I probably will in future.
Having seen the RackaRacka duo work on their effects for years online, I bought advance screening tickets just to see how they improve with a budget and what an incredible step up!
The effects look amazing, the character designs are genuinely haunting, and the story is incredible.
Don't worry if you're not a huge fan of jump scares, this isn't one of those films that use them like it's a life support. Much of the suspense is maintained through the performance of the actors, which remains unreal throughout. You can see the fear develop through expressions, and feel the atmosphere of the scene in your seat.
The story does not disappoint, going in a different direction than expectation multiple times and leaving the plot feeling fresh, rather than out of a mold.
Will definitely be seeing again, so happy to have a great addition to Aussie horror. I hope they make a slasher next, those effects are made for it!
The effects look amazing, the character designs are genuinely haunting, and the story is incredible.
Don't worry if you're not a huge fan of jump scares, this isn't one of those films that use them like it's a life support. Much of the suspense is maintained through the performance of the actors, which remains unreal throughout. You can see the fear develop through expressions, and feel the atmosphere of the scene in your seat.
The story does not disappoint, going in a different direction than expectation multiple times and leaving the plot feeling fresh, rather than out of a mold.
Will definitely be seeing again, so happy to have a great addition to Aussie horror. I hope they make a slasher next, those effects are made for it!