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: One of the Vicious 6 villains is actually named Nunchuck , a nun who uses nunchaku, blending 70s action tropes with the Minions' brand of absurdity. Other "Winks" to Watch For

: A punny nod to action star Jean-Claude Van Damme , who voices the character with the giant lobster claw. : One of the Vicious 6 villains is

One of the most immediate nods is the film's opening sequence. Director Kyle Balda revealed that the team considered several styles, including a Brady Bunch grid, but ultimately opted for a classic . The sequence features the signature silhouettes and psychedelic visuals synonymous with the 007 franchise, setting a tone of high-stakes (and high-humor) villainy right from the start. Terror in the Theater: The Jaws Shout-out Director Kyle Balda revealed that the team considered

2022's Minions 2: James Bond, Jaws, and Bruce Lee "Winks" You Can't Miss Sharp-eyed viewers can also spot: 'Minions: The Rise

The 1970s flavoring doesn't stop there. Sharp-eyed viewers can also spot:

'Minions: The Rise of Gru' director on Jackie Chan, Bruce Lee

: The plot features a retired master teaching the Minions martial arts to rescue Gru, mimicking the training montages of classic 70s action films.