"More minions. More despicable."
Director: Pierre Coffin, Chris Renaud
Cast: Steve Carell, Kristen Wiig, Benjamin Bratt, Miranda Cosgrove, Dana Gaier Ellis
Despicable Me 2 — Movie Quotes
Memorable Quotes
You know you really should announce your weapons after you fire them. For example... Lipstick taser!
Context
Spoken to Gru immediately after subduing him in front of his home when he attempts to use his freeze ray.
Meaning
Subverts standard action espionage tropes while establishing Lucy's playfully unorthodox combat competence.
I have been recruited by a top secret agency to go undercover and save the world!
Context
Gru excitedly announces his new covert assignment to Margo, Edith, and Agnes at the dinner table.
Meaning
Marks Gru's formal acceptance of heroism, celebrating his opportunity to utilize his criminal skills for benevolent purposes.
I really hate that chicken.
Context
Muttered by Gru when Eduardo's hostile guard chicken, Pollito, pecks the trigger that launches Lucy's shark rocket toward the volcano.
Meaning
Provides comic relief during the film's climactic life-or-death confrontation, highlighting Gru's petty grievances amidst apocalyptic stakes.
My name is Silas Ramsbottom.
Context
Silas introduces himself to Gru at AVL headquarters, prompting uncontrollable giggling from Gru's accompanying Minions.
Meaning
Delivers the film's signature juvenile running gag, establishing the contrast between AVL solemnity and Minion slapstick.
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