'Despicable Me' clever and inventive

An animated treat that’s packed with wonderfully off-centre characters (going down to the supporting roles), a battery of evil devices, laughter from the downright silly to the downright falling down and rolling in the aisles … you couldn’t ask for more.

Directors: Pierre Coffin/Chris Renaud

Cast (Voices): Steve Carell, Jason Segel, Russell Brand, Will Arnett, Kristen Wiig