Watching Bob hug a giant explosion at the end, completely unharmed, is the thesis of the entire franchise. The world burns around them, but the Minions just keep waddling forward, looking for the next villain to hug.
Scarlet is fantastic because she treats the Minions with contempt . Unlike Gru, who eventually loves them, Scarlet sees them as tools. She hires Kevin, Stuart, and Bob to steal Queen Elizabeth II’s crown (yes, really), promising them riches and a job for life. Minions Movie Part 1
And you know what? It is nonsense. Glorious, historically-illiterate, Beatles-soundtracked, utter nonsense. But here’s the secret: Minions: Part 1 (as I’ve decided to call this origin chapter) is also the most honest film in the entire franchise. It’s a chaotic masterpiece of visual storytelling. Let’s break down why this prequel works, where it stumbles, and why those three little henchmen—Kevin, Stuart, and Bob—deserve their place in animation history. Let’s give credit where it’s due. The first ten minutes of Minions are arguably the best thing Illumination has ever produced. Watching Bob hug a giant explosion at the