Monsters University isn’t downright avoidable, but it is a sore thumb that sticks out in an otherwise illustrious catalogue.

It’s not a bad film. Far from that. It is actually quite enjoyable when watched for its own merits and with the entire family. It’s endearing in parts. But compare it to Monsters Inc, and it falls quite short on charm.

Unlike most Hollywood toon flicks lately, Monsters University doesn’t try catering to viewers across the board and strictly targets children. Still, there is something in it for all true-blue toon lovers. The creative team has come up with some really funny characters for this one. Steve Buscemi as the voice of the nerdy Randall for one is exceptional.