Megamind: Blu Ray Review
Megamind
Rating: PG
Released by Universal Pictures
Will Ferrell and Brad Pitt star in this animated outing which
remains as impressive on the small screen as it did on the
big.
Ferrell is big blue headed supervillain Megamind, a kind of cross
between the Mars Attacks creatures and the Mekon. Dispatched from
his dying planet by his parents, he begins a rivalry with Metroman
(voiced by Brad Pitt), who was also sent from a dying world by
family.
But unlike Metroman who landed in an estate with well to do
parents, Megamind crashed into the penitentiary and was brought up
as a villain.
After years of rivalry "where Metroman would win some battles, but
I (Megamind) would almost win others," Megamind finally gains the
upper hand and kills Metroman off.
However, after the initial thrill of dispatching his lifelong
rival, ole Bluey realizes that his life is quite empty without
someone to thwart his dastardly plans - and so conceives to give
superpowers to a regular schlub to give him purpose in life.
There's much to enjoy here - with unexpected humour and great
one liners through out (some of which will require a second viewing
to really pick up on.)
There's also plenty of riffing on the Superman myth; right from the
opening sequence to Megamind becoming a Brandoesque mentor to Hal
when he gives him new powers. There's also some great visual gags
peppering the film throughout - the best of which is an Obama
inspired poster which amuses greatly.
Insane and amusing, it's a treat for all the family.
Extras: Behind the scenes, commentaries, games and a brand new
short with the return of Megamind and minion.
Rating: 8/10
