Despicable Me 4

Despicable Me 4; Comedic voice cast given little to do besides playing 2nd fiddle to slapstick shenanigans of minions, who still land laughs. Story shows how the studio doesn’t know what to do w/Gru anymore, while side characters are an even greater afterthought. A solid, safe summer diversion; C+

Escape From Planet Earth

Escape From Planet Earth; Entirely predictable yet new at the same time. Seen it all before but still entertains (kids more than adults); B-