Don’t be surprised if it’s a Minion filled weekend.
The big budget “The Lone Ranger” hit theaters this weekend, but despite a budget projected to be in the neighborhood of $250 million, it may not be the story of the weekend. Universal’s animated sequel “Despicable Me 2” starring Steve Carell and Kristin Whig is not only getting the buzz, but early box office returns as well.
According to deadline.com, “The Lone Ranger” is running a distant second behind “Despicable Me 2” despite the star power of leads Johnny Depp and Armie Hammer. The Western stars Hammer as the legendary Texas Ranger left for dead and his journey to fight bad guys in the Old West. However, this incarnation has trusty indian sidekick Tonto in the lead role. “Despicable Me 2” follows reformed supervillain Gru as he raises his three adoptive daughters while being enlisted to take down another villain. It also features the voices of Benjamin Bratt, Russell Brand, and of course…minions.
If you’re not into animated hijinx or hearing the William Tell Overture, you have other options…
Kevin Hart: Let Me Explain – The hottest comedian is back in theaters. Don’t expect CGI, costars, or big budgets. Just laughs.
The Way, Way Back – A coming of age film as a 14-year-old boy faces an unfun summer vacation with his family including his jerk of a potential stepdad in Steve Carell.
The Look of Love – A comedic biopic about the late Paul Raymond, who went on to become Britain’s richest man. Stars Steve Coogan, Imogen Poots, and Anna Friel
