‘I Mean If There Were Conversations…’: Despicable Me Filmmaker Reacts To Directing Live-Action Minion Movie

As a dedicated fan of the Despicable Me franchise, I wholeheartedly applaud Chris Renaud for his unwavering commitment to preserving the animated essence of this beloved series. His expertise and passion for animation are evident in every frame, and it’s refreshing to see a filmmaker who remains true to his craft.


Chris Renaud, the director behind Despicable Me, has no plans to helm any live-action Minion films in the future. During an interview with Film Hounds magazine, he was straightforward when asked about following the current trend of turning animated films into live-action productions.

It was evident to both the audience and the press that Renaud possesses a deep understanding of creating animated films, and he plans to continue doing so for an extended period. Furthermore, the filmmaker asserted that the plot and characters were inspired by concepts from cartoons.

When asked about the live-action remake of the famous Minions, Renaud expressed his hope that it wouldn’t happen, stating, “I really hope not. That sums up my feelings.” He further clarified, “If discussions have taken place regarding this, I haven’t been informed. However, for me, the charm lies in its animation, which gives us the freedom to do what we can get away with.”

Later on, the filmmaker went back to the series to direct the fourth Despicable Me movie. Following the success of the initial release, Renaud also took charge of directing the second part in collaboration with Pierre Coffin. In terms of actors, the producers brought Steve Carell into the mix to voice the character of the evil Gru for the franchise.

Furthermore, it’s worth noting that Kristen Wiig and Miranda Cosgrove provided voices for additional characters, and they carried on with these roles across subsequent movies.

Additionally, discussing the origins of the Minions, the filmmaker shared with a media source, “Initially, these characters were more integrated into the story set in the idyllic town of Mayflower. They could often be found lounging on yachts, and at times even vacationing in Las Vegas.”

He went on explaining, “They seemed to be quite affluent, yet their lives lacked humor. We began discussing the idea of them joining the Anti-Villain League as agents, which we found intriguing and entertaining.”

2024 rolled around and there I was, heart pounding, as Despicable Me 4 hit theaters on July 5th. The story continued with my beloved Gru, now a family man, embracing his son, Gru Jr. But just when I thought things were looking up for him, trouble reared its ugly head – Maxime Lee Mal, a villainous character with a penchant for mischief, broke out of prison and swore revenge on our favorite anti-villain!

The Despicable Me movies are available to stream on Apple TV.

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2024-08-18 18:07