Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 - Movie Review

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  • čas přidán 27. 04. 2023
  • Chris Stuckmann reviews Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, starring Chris Pratt, Zoe Saldana, Dave Bautista, Vin Diesel, Bradley Cooper, Karen Gillan, Pom Klementieff, Elizabeth Debicki, Sean Gunn, Sylvester Stallone, Will Poulter, Chukwudi Iwuji. Directed by James Gunn.
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  • @cowmousedog
    @cowmousedog Před rokem +2570

    Right in the middle of watching this movie, I realised that this trilogy explored the theme of "family" more than the fast and furious movies ever did.

    • @eddiek8179
      @eddiek8179 Před rokem +169

      Funnily enough, one actor is in both.

    • @Cpk86
      @Cpk86 Před rokem

      Only the uneducated/delusional marvel fans will defend garbage🤣💀.

    • @PrakashKumar-fj6rq
      @PrakashKumar-fj6rq Před rokem +41

      this is actually fast and furious franchise😂

    • @aleckbo
      @aleckbo Před rokem +6

      I was thinking about that too

    • @nightwing4065
      @nightwing4065 Před rokem +36

      I love you FAM --- Groot

  • @kwesichristian5517
    @kwesichristian5517 Před rokem +1904

    Will no one talk about mantis? She honestly was very good in this. Had so much more to do

    • @TopRivers
      @TopRivers Před rokem +35

      Agree

    • @yousufownzu6902
      @yousufownzu6902 Před rokem +100

      The fact that he didnt even mention the villain having the best acting in marvel ever….

    • @sexuallobster134679
      @sexuallobster134679 Před rokem +102

      Mantis was my favorite character this time. Genuinely hilarious but her sensitivity and boldness was realized really well.

    • @tarshnottrash1483
      @tarshnottrash1483 Před rokem +33

      The world needs more mantis

    • @testerfox6998
      @testerfox6998 Před rokem +33

      Mantis has 3 cool new pets now

  • @xthelegend89
    @xthelegend89 Před rokem +384

    Watching this movie made me retroactively angry at Thor: Love and Thunder. It demonstrated how you can have a comedic film without losing the high stakes and darkness. Easily my favorite MCU film since Endgame.

    • @matthewhall2733
      @matthewhall2733 Před rokem +36

      Love & Thunder was so bad in exactly the way you describe. It COULD have been really good if it hadn’t been so preoccupied with trying to be funny. Christian Bale’s Bor was completely wasted in that film. Easily the worst MCU film.

    • @doug176
      @doug176 Před rokem +18

      @@matthewhall2733 Taika Waititi took all the good will from Ragnarok and cranked the comedic aspects up to 11, which already was a bit much in Ragnarok, and kinda ignored the aspects that everyone praised in it. And of course it’s just criminal that they get Christian Bale, easily one of the most talented actors they’ve gotten in the mcu, as Gorr the fucking god butcher, an awesome character, and wasted both. Waititi is a very talented director so I have no idea what happened here.

    • @bruhmomento6691
      @bruhmomento6691 Před rokem +9

      It’s crazy how people act like Love and Thunder is equivalent to the quality of Birdemic. Holy fuck it wasn’t good but it wasn’t THAT bad lmaoo

    • @xthelegend89
      @xthelegend89 Před rokem +6

      @@bruhmomento6691 oh, I’m not saying Love and Thunder was horrible by any means. When it came out, I remember thinking it was slightly above average. The point of my comment was GoG Vol 3 was so damn good that it makes me realize how much better Love and Thunder could have been.

    • @xthelegend89
      @xthelegend89 Před rokem

      @@doug176 they also had a story to adapt (the one where past, present, and future Thor team up) that would’ve given everyone what they want! Like the Shakespearean sounding young Thor, the modern comedic Thor, and a future grizzled mature Thor. Movie would’ve been way better had they adapted that aspect of the story. Also might’ve been able to include some kind of nod to Kang with the time travel stuff.

  • @user-fi6ve4vh2j
    @user-fi6ve4vh2j Před rokem +1062

    I'm surprised you didn't mention Mantis. I feel like her character in this movie was a step up for her. The fight scene where she grabs people and "controls" them was cool to see. Really enjoyed this movie

    • @liamphibia
      @liamphibia Před rokem +18

      Mantis was pretty 3-dimensional.

    • @justinjackson5899
      @justinjackson5899 Před rokem +37

      Yeah. I definitely agree with you. It was about damn time Mantis really got into some combat 🔥😭

    • @mobeeg5868
      @mobeeg5868 Před rokem +6

      Not to mention the awesome Reverse Hurricarana

    • @moreljaymanansala
      @moreljaymanansala Před rokem +26

      What really caught my attention is Nebula's character development. One of the best character development. From being a cold-blooded killer trying to impress his mad titan father, to being a caring and selfless member of gotg trying to save as many lives as possible. And she is more humane now even though she has more robotic parts. Come to think of it, she spent a lot of time with the Avengers during the blip and she has learned the ways of people on earth. I think I have a crush on Nebula

    • @sidhanthmuralidhar8963
      @sidhanthmuralidhar8963 Před rokem +2

      ​@@moreljaymanansala fr? Mantis low key hotter

  • @kaiserbergin
    @kaiserbergin Před rokem +762

    This movie gave me more feels than any other MCU movie. Sad to see the end of the trilogy, but what a way to end it. Perfect blend of bitter and sweet, leaves me both satisfied and wanting more. Easily best movie of the year for me, and I gave up watching super hero movies years ago.

    • @Cpk86
      @Cpk86 Před rokem

      Only the uneducated/delusional marvel fans will defend garbage🤣💀.

    • @ctjones522
      @ctjones522 Před rokem +12

      I don't understand why most reviews don't get your point

    • @alisagalloza9328
      @alisagalloza9328 Před rokem +3

      Amennnn

    • @dariusseals1287
      @dariusseals1287 Před rokem +8

      This is how you end a story! This was great!

    • @teish
      @teish Před 11 měsíci +2

      Tetris was better than this

  • @firstlast9846
    @firstlast9846 Před rokem +2738

    *James Gunn* is the only director who’s Marvel movies felt like his own - rather than belonging to Kevin Fiegie and Disney.

  • @Frostecy
    @Frostecy Před rokem +1507

    Bradley Cooper deserves an Oscar just for his scream scene when Lyla dies....that killed me from the inside out

    • @eddiek8179
      @eddiek8179 Před rokem +173

      Yeah. It was not only primal but so very childlike in its innocence and depth of sadness and despair. It would seem he discovered weeping in that moment. That scene really got to me

    • @smrn
      @smrn Před rokem +26

      That was Sean Gunn. He voices young rocket.

    • @eddiek8179
      @eddiek8179 Před rokem +50

      @@smrn Nope. Only baby Rocket is voiced by someone else - the rest is still Cooper, young Rocket and older Rocket. Gunn is the body actor for Rocket.

    • @smrn
      @smrn Před rokem +21

      @@eddiek8179 You're right, my bad. Sean Gunn only voiced baby rocket not adolescent rocket.

    • @scott9235
      @scott9235 Před rokem +3

      Too bad that won't happen since this is a marvel movie

  • @jorgborb
    @jorgborb Před rokem +685

    I found this one of the best MCU movies. I don't need a complex villain everytime, sometimes an absolute monster that deserves pain works. The message regarding animal experiment is perfect, and I didn't mind that some flashbacks started before showing Rocket, they worked in making me feel for that quarter. Great movie and great conclusion for gotg!

    • @720pchannel
      @720pchannel Před rokem +39

      Chris is actually wrong in this one. All the flashbacks had Rocket in the scene. There was a single one that had only the High Evolutionary, which made sense at the time tbh

    • @randomguy6695
      @randomguy6695 Před rokem +39

      Right? That’s exactly what I was thinking. The High Evolutionary is an absolute monster with no redeeming qualities whatsoever, which is why he’s such an effective villain. Not every villain has to be sympathetic or have a tragic past or upbringing.

    • @KennethLyVideography
      @KennethLyVideography Před rokem +18

      I mean just becuase The Villain isn't sympathethic doesn't mean he isn't complex. I actually think he's more complex and comeplling than Thanos, because I found The High Evolutionarys ideology to be far more coherent and more integrated with his god-complex and psychology.

    • @bruhmomento6691
      @bruhmomento6691 Před rokem

      Cool, lil bro

    • @sethmartin7084
      @sethmartin7084 Před rokem

      ​@Kenneth Ly Videography more than Thanos? Whoa now chill lol

  • @maxeisenhardt8800
    @maxeisenhardt8800 Před rokem +297

    For me, this movie has some of the "best of" stuff in the MCU:
    - Most tragic moment: You know which one.
    - Most heartwarming moment: Drax making the prisoner kids laugh.
    - Funniest moment: Drax throwing the ball at the girl.

    • @boxtupos7718
      @boxtupos7718 Před rokem +32

      So much physical comedy in this one.
      My favorite bits are stuff like Mantis always landing on her head.
      Or the receptionist lady walking up trying to be cool and negotiate; But Gamora just shoots her in the leg, and she falls down screaming.

    • @kptmaci4979
      @kptmaci4979 Před rokem +7

      drax throwing the ball at the girl? I think it only may be funny if you havent seen it hundred times in trailers already.

    • @bruhmomento6691
      @bruhmomento6691 Před rokem +3

      “You know which one”
      No. Elaborate

    • @alternative7586
      @alternative7586 Před rokem +2

      "Don't be rash"

    • @diogobfonseca
      @diogobfonseca Před 11 měsíci +3

      And one of the (if not THE) best action scenes: the corridor one.

  • @chbo8045
    @chbo8045 Před rokem +164

    This film is so damn good. It really shakes you up it gets extremely disturbing but stayed with you emotionally. Truly a great film.

  • @tender0828
    @tender0828 Před rokem +373

    I've seen the film and it's everything I ever want a third movie in a trilogy should be. First time I ever felt the characters were in real danger. Love how everybody gets to shine and I love how they were not afraid to show the less pleasant side to Rocket's past. I love the trilogy overall, even though I wasn't that big of a fan of the 2nd. James Gunn wasn't lying when he said the movies were secretly about Rocket

    • @Hydrolion1998
      @Hydrolion1998 Před rokem +13

      Just like Lyla said... even tho he didn't noticed it, it was his story all along.

    • @archierch0463
      @archierch0463 Před rokem +1

      What about when Quill nearly died in the second film? Also I felt someone had to die and maybe letting Quill die at the end could have been the best move.

    • @brandonevans3994
      @brandonevans3994 Před 8 měsíci +1

      @@archierch0463but then he wouldn’t have been able to improve himself in the end and “swim”

  • @Omar-wq9dz
    @Omar-wq9dz Před rokem +1907

    I’m happy with the good buzz the movie is getting, since the decline of quality for the MCU has been noticeable

    • @firstlast9846
      @firstlast9846 Před rokem +92

      I’m low-key nervous for Born Again… no MCU writer has been able to live up to what was done with the Netflix series.

    • @karimdavis7065
      @karimdavis7065 Před rokem +1

      I doubt it

    • @thacreator4573
      @thacreator4573 Před rokem +40

      @@firstlast9846 because no mcu writer has ever wrote for daredevil 💀

    • @LifeSaloon
      @LifeSaloon Před rokem +42

      ​@@firstlast9846 i'm certain it won't be good ....i hated how they handled him in she-hulk and the costume ,it was a led down from netflix's one. The grounded action scenes in daredevil were one of the best in any comic adapted movies or series and no way disney can recreate that.

    • @Sid271
      @Sid271 Před rokem +7

      ​@@firstlast9846 "He is right behind me, isn't he? "

  • @benwasserman8223
    @benwasserman8223 Před rokem +1069

    Guardians and Captain America: the two MCU franchises no one expected to love, yet produced two perfect movie trilogies somehow.

    • @jvac1129
      @jvac1129 Před rokem +36

      The first of both movies that I didn't care to watch turned out to be my 2 favorite MCU movies.

    • @firstlast9846
      @firstlast9846 Před rokem +42

      Nah the Cap trilogy was ok.. Civil war has aged not so well - and ngl Winter Soldier imho is overrated af

    • @iceman00behave
      @iceman00behave Před rokem +228

      ​@@firstlast9846 Lol, Winter Soldier is top-tier MCU.

    • @firstlast9846
      @firstlast9846 Před rokem +41

      Icemantra - top tier MCU? Yeah maybe.. I could understand that - but the people I’ve seen saying “it’s one of the best spy movies of the decade” and calling it a political thriller - have never seen a political thriller in their life.. and are gassing up a relatively mid movie

    • @jvac1129
      @jvac1129 Před rokem +18

      @@firstlast9846 Captain America: The First Avenger was Great and aged well. The 2nd time around watching it I liked it even more. The others I do agree with you.

  • @fadlunoore991
    @fadlunoore991 Před rokem +47

    the corridor scene was amazing ngl

    • @joememoradio
      @joememoradio Před rokem +1

      Best action scene I’ve seen since John wick 4

  • @MeditativeHandle
    @MeditativeHandle Před rokem +364

    Am I the only person who likes animals and didn't expect it to go that dark? The moment they showed how sweet the other animals were, I knew what was coming. I actually went and warned a couple of true animal lover friends to go in ready for that. Being a New Yorker myself that sky shit killed me.

    • @Carloszavalalol
      @Carloszavalalol Před rokem +20

      You should have left your friends go in blind

    • @joonjoon7363
      @joonjoon7363 Před rokem +4

      @@Carloszavalalol why

    • @GameoftheYear-fx4mq
      @GameoftheYear-fx4mq Před rokem +3

      Now check a recap of the comic with his origins. You would've already known that the movie would go very dark quickly but I agree with you ❤

    • @cowmousedog
      @cowmousedog Před rokem +61

      SPOILERS BELOW
      I've never cried while watching a movie before. But when Rocket was at death's door and talking to Lylla, I was bawling my eyes out.
      And for Teefs and Floor to be such happy and pure beings while still being in so much pain, broke my heart

    • @catalinacalico
      @catalinacalico Před rokem +25

      I immediately texted all my friends to warn them. I'm usually pretty tough but animal stuff really fucks with me, and I did not expect to be hysterical in a PG-13 movie. I almost feel like it should be bumped to R, or at least have a trigger warning in the start. There were little kids in my theater!

  • @joshuamelton9148
    @joshuamelton9148 Před rokem +104

    After watching Guardians of the Galaxy vol 3 last night, the best way to describe the movie is coming full circle.

  • @mayoindy9744
    @mayoindy9744 Před rokem +318

    I cried three times during the premiere screening at my home town. So did the strangers on either side of me, both me and those girls simultaneously wiping the tears away was wholesome.

  • @yeffygaming260
    @yeffygaming260 Před rokem +96

    ⁠​⁠The actor who played the High Evolutionary was absolutely brilliant in the film. Terrifying and imposing all the way through till his demise. It truly felt like the audience was one of his small helpless prisoners during much of the movie. And when he got his, it felt similar to joffrey for me in GOT, he was a truly hate-able villain and amazing actor in this film

    • @blackdragonstory1122
      @blackdragonstory1122 Před 11 měsíci +1

      The movie did a great job at expectations.
      When rocket told them the truth and tried to escape with them we got this nice hopeful picture and then snap she dies,at that moment I truly hated the high evolutionary and enjoyed every scratch rocket gave him and then as he kills the guards and looks back we get another hit in the feels cuz his other friends died too.
      That beatdown at the end was quite enjoyable.

    • @arenndups5294
      @arenndups5294 Před 10 měsíci +1

      I agree. He was brilliant. I feel as if James Gunn was trying to go for a character similar to an abusive parent. A person who wants you to be something you're not. Someone who degrades you, someone who tries to make it seem you're less than what you think you are. An abusive person who constantly makes you afraid of them because of their "scary" personality just because of their screaming and cold exterior, a person who has insecurities of their own but doesn't want to admit them.

  • @PranavanathanYoganathan
    @PranavanathanYoganathan Před rokem +203

    An incredible movie and a great way to wrap up the guardians saga. I personally really liked the heartwarming and darker stuff in this movie more than the comedy which is a first for me. I can also understand if some people may find some of it difficult to watch.

    • @Cpk86
      @Cpk86 Před rokem

      Only the uneducated/delusional marvel fans will defend garbage🤣💀.

  • @BatAmerica
    @BatAmerica Před rokem +764

    It's bittersweet to see these characters grow and change. As an audience, it will be an emotional journey.

  • @x-F850
    @x-F850 Před rokem +572

    This is the best team in the MCU and I hope they give them the ending they deserve!

    • @tenerife_sea
      @tenerife_sea Před rokem +4

      what do you mean ending.. did they all die?

    • @ajwadabrar9037
      @ajwadabrar9037 Před rokem +31

      @@tenerife_sea its the last guardians of the galaxy movie

    • @bradastra6111
      @bradastra6111 Před rokem +24

      @@ajwadabrar9037 or at least the last with this team of characters

    • @LuisSierra42
      @LuisSierra42 Před rokem +1

      @@tenerife_sea yes

    • @sgtroach1510
      @sgtroach1510 Před rokem +5

      @@bradastra6111 until the next avengers movies

  • @Devillionaire
    @Devillionaire Před rokem +108

    I loved Guardians 3. They got to have their own "Endgame" movie, and it was spectacular. Especially so refreshing after the disappointment of Thor 4 and Antman 3. The MCU's gonna miss James Gunn a lot.

    • @breesybird9207
      @breesybird9207 Před rokem +10

      I would say it’s even better than Endgame

    • @ronaldmcdonaldjuniorghost
      @ronaldmcdonaldjuniorghost Před rokem +1

      You trippin. That new Thor movie was amazing but I love Thor 3 more than Thor 4 tho but both are amazing Thor movies. Now Thor 1 and 2 was ass 😂

    • @breesybird9207
      @breesybird9207 Před rokem +9

      @@ronaldmcdonaldjuniorghost Thor 1 and 2 are both easily better than Thor 4

    • @ronaldmcdonaldjuniorghost
      @ronaldmcdonaldjuniorghost Před rokem +1

      @@breesybird9207 Lmaooooo cap 🧢. I question your movie taste with that opinion

    • @DarkHorseDanny
      @DarkHorseDanny Před rokem +1

      @@breesybird9207 You clearly don't know what you're talking about. You're probably only saying that because the movie has only just come out. You'll change your mind in a few months.

  • @CornLeafy
    @CornLeafy Před rokem +99

    Just watched. I feel bittersweet about the ending and it’s beautiful. I did not expect a comedy to bring so many tears in my eyes.

    • @Cpk86
      @Cpk86 Před rokem

      Only the uneducated/delusional marvel fans will defend garbage🤣💀.

    • @Hydrolion1998
      @Hydrolion1998 Před rokem +5

      Bittersweet is the perfect word for the ending, with how you're sad that this wonderful team you grew to love is departing but still happy seeing them get the ending they all deserved. Great closure for these characters.

  • @hilmanic28
    @hilmanic28 Před rokem +29

    I didn’t find the movie messy at all. Was pretty much perfect for me. Definitely became my favourite MCU movie.
    All your gripes didn’t really affect me much when watching the movie because it felt necessary in the context of the movie. Everything was well fleshed out and the emotions they brought out was insane!

  • @anonymous.productions
    @anonymous.productions Před rokem +160

    I’m still processing this movie. While I agree, it’s not perfect, it’s takes a while to find it’s groove but I loved it. It explores its characters wonderfully and I can’t wait to see it again

    • @nebx2127
      @nebx2127 Před rokem +2

      Was it woke in your opinion? I feel like Marvel has been prioritizing diversity/inclusion over logical plots lately and I’m curious if this movie follows that pattern in your opinion as someone who has seen it already.

    • @robertgriggs4534
      @robertgriggs4534 Před rokem +1

      I loved it as well. I will definitely be forking over 10 more bucks to see it again.

    • @viggo4406
      @viggo4406 Před rokem +16

      @@nebx2127 no and no and finally no. The film is as independent as any other MCU film like Iron Man or Captain America. It really has no shits given about wokeness or female power which was soooo refreshing to see.

    • @potion_brewer
      @potion_brewer Před rokem +7

      @@nebx2127 There wasn't a single woke second in this movie

    • @nebx2127
      @nebx2127 Před rokem +2

      @@potion_brewer Just saw it, I would agree! Loved it

  • @paulcdallas
    @paulcdallas Před rokem +66

    I'm in Japan, so this had an early release due to the current Golden Week holiday. I absolutely loved this, and didn't find it sloppy at all. Visually gorgeous (almost sumptuous in Imax 3D), visceral, hilarious, thrilling, earnest, heartbreaking, and narratively-rich, with an unexpected political timeliness. Great cinema. One of the most emotional and transcendent experiences I've had at a superhero movie. If I wasn't crying I was laughing, picking up my jaw from the stunning visuals, or flat-out cheering. I preferred the action to Endgame's if I'm being honest.

    • @kingking-mn7fn
      @kingking-mn7fn Před rokem +1

      Really good movie 10/10 !

    • @TomFJC
      @TomFJC Před rokem +1

      Yup, I agree with you.

    • @tomgu2285
      @tomgu2285 Před rokem

      Endgame was fucking garbage. Infinity war and the guardians movie are much better then endgame.

  • @S317537
    @S317537 Před rokem +35

    Just saw the movie and I loved it. A nice close to the trilogy. I liked how they didn’t push the Peter and Gomora love. I cried the whole time. It was a heartwarming movie with some dark elements and good jokes in between

  • @AP-hn8wd
    @AP-hn8wd Před rokem +219

    I love how Stuckmann’s thumbnails are always cryptic. Don’t know if it’s gonna be a good or bad review after you finish the video 😂😂

    • @kevinstrother8712
      @kevinstrother8712 Před rokem +27

      He doesn't review any movies he doesn't like anymore. Because he's a director now.

    • @tekiero
      @tekiero Před rokem

      @@kevinstrother8712 what? He literally said it's not a good movie, bro

    • @tricko8000
      @tricko8000 Před rokem

      @@tekiero Really? Haven't see the video yet, but that's a relief to hear, thought he would suck off every single movie 🤣

    • @billcipher3946
      @billcipher3946 Před rokem +6

      @@tekiero What he said it wasn’t a good movie?

    • @yowatchie
      @yowatchie Před rokem +28

      @@tekierohe said it’s not a “great” movie as in its not going to revitalize the MCU’s current slump. But it’s still a good film and really enjoyable with a lot of love put into it. Don’t know where you go that.

  • @sagarhabib4037
    @sagarhabib4037 Před rokem +89

    Chris's t-shirt collection deserves it's own video.

  • @ronaldoreyes7963
    @ronaldoreyes7963 Před rokem +19

    Guardians was my favorite marvel group. Since I was in high school I was obsessed with them. Playing Rocket in MVC3 helped me get into it as well. I’m disappointed that the trilogy ended. It really feels like a chapter in my life has concluded. The ending was bitter sweet and it’s reminded me of all the partings I’ve done and all the strange groups of people I’ve met from high school to my current adult life. Everyone yelling out of joy and relief was one of the most heartfelt moments I’ve experienced in a film. Thank you James Gunn for this trilogy.

    • @ronaldoreyes7963
      @ronaldoreyes7963 Před rokem

      The amount of times our school would play dogs days are over was enough for this movie to trigger me. This song has a deeper meaning to me now because of this film. When rocket pressed play I immediately knew the emotions to come. I know I wasn’t the only one who felt all this towards the end.

    • @jesse76thgames80
      @jesse76thgames80 Před rokem

      Fellow rocket raccoon player 🙏🏽🦝

  • @lazyyoutuber1237
    @lazyyoutuber1237 Před rokem +28

    You guys know that feeling? that when you watch a movie and you feel so happy that you even forget that you didn't have dinner. This movie was one of those. It's like a full meal and it's definitely worth the money. And i think i like it even more than the first one.

  • @Laughy-Flaaffy
    @Laughy-Flaaffy Před rokem +10

    Man… _that_ scene with Rocket letting out that long scream… that scene broke my heart.

  • @Twenty-Seven
    @Twenty-Seven Před rokem +12

    I absolutely loved the movie. It's up there with Guardians 1, Iron Man, Winter Soldier, and No Way Home imo. I _never_ have cried in a theater, but this movie made my eyes misty, and also made me belly laugh. This is probably the neatest bow that I've ever seen tied on a trilogy.

  • @lillithdv8
    @lillithdv8 Před rokem +8

    I went in for a fun romp across the galaxies, I was not ready to cry my eyes out for a space racoon and found family and self acceptance/love. It moved me more than it should have

  • @jacobmonks3722
    @jacobmonks3722 Před rokem +8

    I love that the Guardians don't feel like Super Heroes. They feel like your average group of friends that really care for each other that also just happen to be quite competent in a fight. The plots of these movies are much more character driven than most other Marvel movies, and it's always refreshing. Hell, Guardians 2 is basically 80 percent character interactions and jokes, there's next to no plot in the movie. And for that reason it really sticks out in a good way.

  • @thelockenbubi7117
    @thelockenbubi7117 Před rokem +52

    Insane to think, that Volume 2 was 6 years ago!

  • @pumirya
    @pumirya Před rokem +4

    I always enjoy your videos. Keep up the good work and hope you and yours are well, Chris.

  • @lanceleader163
    @lanceleader163 Před rokem +6

    That shot of Peter screaming from the trailer is perfect acting. It actually makes me cry every time. Just what must be going through Star-Lord’s head at that moment, “Not again. I can’t lose someone again.” The trailer also led me to believe he was being tortured in that scene, which would also fit the description.

  • @merdemoiii-7589
    @merdemoiii-7589 Před rokem +14

    So hyped for this, bought my tickets today and I’m ever so eagerly waiting. So excited to see some of these shots play out, especially the fight scenes

  • @uhuhuh1966
    @uhuhuh1966 Před rokem +92

    I don’t understand people that crap on the 2nd one it’s in my top 3 MCU movies, I literally cried the plot and character arcs were genius

    • @Skoora
      @Skoora Před rokem +28

      It’s an amazing sequel. The moments between Quill and Yondu are just perfectly done.

    • @jacksimmons537
      @jacksimmons537 Před rokem

      What😂😂

    • @Gouthamedara
      @Gouthamedara Před rokem +8

      that sequel sucked. It was headache to get through it. Only saving grace is baby groot. first part kicks ass though.

    • @_comicaze_05
      @_comicaze_05 Před rokem +14

      honestly everybody says they don’t like it but nobody’s ever given me a single valid reason why. they just don’t like it, it’s such a mystery to me bc in most ways i like it more than the first

    • @Kash_28
      @Kash_28 Před rokem +3

      I respect your opinion I don’t think it’s bad but top 3 is crazy it’s not better then infinity war, endgame or civil war

  • @dariushcreates
    @dariushcreates Před rokem +8

    This is one of the best Marvel movies. A very personal film exploring Rockets past. I was on the edge of my seat in the cinema throughout the whole movie. James Gunn killed it in this.

  • @michael9659
    @michael9659 Před rokem +2

    This overtook the first Guardians in my opinion. There’s just so much heart and emotion in this film. I don’t think I’ve ever felt like being on this much of an emotional rollercoaster with a Marvel film since Infinity War.

  • @MrMusicMan808
    @MrMusicMan808 Před rokem +1

    This feels like your older reviews Chris. Glad to see it.

  • @benjiarehart2878
    @benjiarehart2878 Před rokem +7

    A great storyline. Rockets backstory was a tear jerker. One thing I didn't like was how Gamora joined the other group at the end, as if she never had a past with the Guardians, and Peter. She was a completely different Gamora, and I really missed her, and their supressed love for each other. I understand why, and how it happened, but I really missed the old Gamora. Parting ways as strangers, just didn't feel right to me. Overall a really good movie, but still liked Vol. 2 better. It may be because I'm older, and its soundtrack brought back so many childhood memories. For me its Vol 2,1,3.

    • @andrewlee1573
      @andrewlee1573 Před 10 měsíci

      I agree 100% .

    • @WebbedManiac
      @WebbedManiac Před 9 měsíci +2

      But they are strangers though. The new Gamora makes it clear that she isn't the old Gamora. She can't remember her past with the guardians because there is no past with the Guardians. This isn't a case of memory loss, she's a completely different person wearing the same face.
      Quill wanted old Gamora back failing to accept that this person in front of him was not that. His whole arc was accepting reality and moving on.

  • @kungfuheaven1927
    @kungfuheaven1927 Před rokem +19

    I've seen too many movies recently which are devoid of new ideas. This one positively explodes with creativity and new ideas in almost every scene and doesn't stop for 2 and a half hours. It was a real example of art meeting commerce (which as a child of the 70s I grew up with) and it wobbles just shy of a masterpiece. Loved it.

    • @pressrepeat2000
      @pressrepeat2000 Před 11 měsíci

      So true. It was brilliantly creative. Everything just felt fresh and new, even these familiar characters had evolved in a natural way.

  • @lukesunches5778
    @lukesunches5778 Před rokem +51

    I watched today since this movie is out since yesterday in my country.
    I loved it. What a perfect trilogy. James Gunn is such a genius and the whole casts / characters look very well.

    • @nebx2127
      @nebx2127 Před rokem +1

      Was it woke in your opinion? I feel like Marvel has been prioritizing diversity/inclusion over logical plots lately and I’m curious if this movie follows that pattern in your opinion as someone who has seen it already.

    • @SuperSperm2010
      @SuperSperm2010 Před rokem +4

      ​@@nebx2127 Saw the movie yesterday with a few friends and this was my main concern and the very reason I was kind of done with Marvel for a good while. There is none of that in this movie. I really had a blast watching it and can't wait to see it again. The few minor ciritiques Chris pointed out in his review, while true, also didn't bother me in the slightest. This film is a real good time and I hope Marvel puts out more like this.

    • @kagenotatsumaki
      @kagenotatsumaki Před rokem +1

      @@nebx2127 No wokeness AT ALL actually. It was so good it cements the GOTG trilogy as just as good as the Captain America trilogy imo.

    • @chanmanthegreat1429
      @chanmanthegreat1429 Před rokem

      @@SuperSperm2010 thanks for saying this, it motivates me to go watch the movie! I hate the wokeness of media these days. Good to hear movies are still decent sometimes. Is the sound track as good as last 2 movies??

  • @ArtofZenDigital
    @ArtofZenDigital Před rokem +21

    This movie was completely phenomenal on every level. Everyone brought their A game. The acting was fantastic, it was deeply emotional, and honestly, the way they told Rocket’s backstory was so moving that it’s difficult to express without giving away spoilers. The way his backstory is depicted relies so heavily on peerless CGI that if one aspect of the visuals veered into the uncanny valley, it would’ve broken the immersion. The visuals were so flawless that it created Sarah McLachlan animal protection video flashbacks which used to be cued to her song Angel. That song isn’t played in the film, but the flashbacks hit that level of emotional punch. The film gives each character a chance to explore their emotional cores, and Drax and Mantis have a very beautiful arc that shows another side of their typically largely comedic roles. It’s a shame that the performance of some of the phase 4 MCU films has lead to a less than amazing turnout for this film, because it deserves to be seen in theaters.

  • @Calypsotheseagoddess
    @Calypsotheseagoddess Před rokem +242

    Guardians of the Galaxy Vol 2 is my favorite MCU film. Really excited to see how it all concludes!

    • @sleep6837
      @sleep6837 Před rokem +17

      Number one is still my fav

    • @TroyMcClure26
      @TroyMcClure26 Před rokem +39

      GOTG 2 is probably the worst MCU movie but fair play

    • @MoviWasTaken
      @MoviWasTaken Před rokem +94

      @@TroyMcClure26 I can think of couple of other ones that are way worse.

    • @TroyMcClure26
      @TroyMcClure26 Před rokem +6

      @@MoviWasTaken I won’t disagree with you cause the MCU has more flops than hit but go on….

    • @OldPervertedHerbert
      @OldPervertedHerbert Před rokem +9

      GOTG 2 is too juvenile honestly

  • @huseyinilgen2122
    @huseyinilgen2122 Před rokem +3

    It was so emotional and touching to see those animals like that. This movie also told us to be more kind to our nature and it was heartwarming to see Rocket with his friends as those scenes showed us the beauty of what true friendship is.

  • @CosmicFantasiesStudios
    @CosmicFantasiesStudios Před rokem +2

    I don't get why so many people are calling this movie 'messy'. I thought it was perfectly done. Not that that means anything. I've just seen messy movies in the past (*cough* Quantamania *cough cough*) But this movie, messy? It had me in tears. And I NEVER cry in movies, damnit. Such is the strength of this particular story. Well, at least for me. To each their own, I suppose.

  • @RANDassociatesinc
    @RANDassociatesinc Před rokem +3

    Guardians 3 is a MASTERPIECE!!!

  • @iamssmedia
    @iamssmedia Před rokem +3

    Love your deep analysis for the film. And that shirt is awesome!

  • @jaymarshall9093
    @jaymarshall9093 Před rokem +4

    I'm glad you'd liked it I was getting a little worried there with the last couple of films. This also gives me confidence in Gunn since he's making my favorite hero Superman.

  • @tinstrings6312
    @tinstrings6312 Před rokem +7

    James Gunn knows how to make a comic book movie. Not take a comic book and turn it into a good movie, like Nolan did with Batman, but take a comic book and make a good movie while retaining the essence of what makes comic books fun. It's a very unique ability.

  • @antivanov82
    @antivanov82 Před rokem +18

    Great movie and a great ending to the team. And i got the scene that i wanted since the first one.. the reunion. I got a few tears over that scene.

  • @mrbastos
    @mrbastos Před rokem +14

    looking forward to this one. I had a feeling it might be tough to balance with adam and the high evolutionary but I'm still sure I will enjoy it.

  • @Robbie123i
    @Robbie123i Před rokem +13

    This is one of the best marvel movies out there. #1 for me. It's not what many will expect but it works so incredibly well in concluding all these characters story. I have never felt this way after a Marvel movie and while it was very hard to watch and honestly borderline traumatic for me i left the cinema feeling extremely fulfilled. It was a absolutely INCREDIBLE experience. I'm very happy I didn't skip this one ❤

  • @suikofreak546
    @suikofreak546 Před rokem +20

    An 8.5/10 movie for me. Even got me teary eyed quite a bit.

  • @majorknight859
    @majorknight859 Před rokem +2

    This movie had something almost none of the other MCU films ever had
    Heart...
    You can tell that Gunn poured his soul while making this film

  • @matt_indy
    @matt_indy Před rokem +70

    This make me excited because GoTG Vol. 2 is one of, if not my favorite, MCU films. So if other people like Vol. 3 more than the second than I’m probably going to think this is an all timer.

    • @Mopark25
      @Mopark25 Před rokem +5

      Definitely the most emotional MCU movie.

    • @tomgu2285
      @tomgu2285 Před rokem +1

      I'm scared that I get disappointed guardians of the galaxy 2 is by far my favorite marvel movie and the only marvel movie which made my cry so hard. So yeah I don't know.

    • @MrOiManDudeGuy
      @MrOiManDudeGuy Před rokem +3

      I think if you loved Vol 2 you will love this one. I still think Vol 2 is visually the most appeasing to look at out of any MCU film and the soundtrack is my personal favorite. But as an actual movie with story and character, Vol 3 easily beats it, maybe beats the first as well

    • @eddiek8179
      @eddiek8179 Před rokem

      @@MrOiManDudeGuy Comprehensively true.

    • @jeffsmithfpv
      @jeffsmithfpv Před rokem +1

      @@MrOiManDudeGuy completely disagree. But to each their own.

  • @lili2u405
    @lili2u405 Před rokem +38

    I cried like a baby watching Guardians of Galaxy Volume 2, so if this one is more emotional...pass the tissues. I can't wait to see this film & hopefully laugh more than cry this time😅❤ Thank you Chris❣

  • @MrCtmcclain
    @MrCtmcclain Před rokem +3

    Thanks for the review Chris. If I don't have the money to see Guardians of the Galaxy Volume 3 in theaters. I definitely plan to buy the steelbook the first chance I get.

  • @krussellgal
    @krussellgal Před rokem

    Thank you for letting me know what I was intuiting from the trailers.

  • @brovinafilms7774
    @brovinafilms7774 Před rokem +2

    Love your work Chris!! I hope you know how much you inspire me!

  • @KrunkyTown
    @KrunkyTown Před rokem +20

    Excited to see what Gunn does with DC, but I’ll miss having his hand in the MCU for sure!

  • @biffmcspandex7748
    @biffmcspandex7748 Před rokem +3

    This is the first MCU trilogy I actually grew up with. Saw the first one when I was 10 and shit man I’m in college now. Really gonna miss these characters but happy they got a deserved ending. Also major props to the vfx crew cause it’s legitimately seamless

  • @aaadesktop
    @aaadesktop Před rokem +2

    Dang Stuckmann for the W!! This guy truly gets it which is why he is my #1 critic ever, both since the newspaper days (I'm 44), and online. I thought I was the only one thinking there was just something off about this film when compared to the rest, comedy was off, story was sort of a mess, flashbacks felt they were trying too hard, and the villain was just ....weird!? If MCU is known to improvise on canonical characters, whyd they stick to High Revolutionary to just animals? Again, just a missed opportunity, they could have made him begin with animals then start on humans, that would have at least struck a chord. Instead all he mangles up is animals, cute animals at that (seri, he doesn't use elephants or lions or bears?!). I know audiences scores will be around 95% because of nostalgia, but also I really lived these films and am a huge supporter of the Star Lord character. Stuckmann reviewed this exactly like I was thinking it. It's still entertaining and has one if the best fight scenes since Avengers 1. Thank you James Gunn for giving us GOTG, we need this group.

  • @deathakid
    @deathakid Před rokem +39

    10 years later still get chills from this

  • @mr.moviemafia
    @mr.moviemafia Před rokem +4

    As controversial of an opinion as this might be, I think Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 (2017) is not only better than the first, but’s also my second favorite MCU film after Iron Man (2008). I think it improves upon the original in (almost) every way, and yes there is a lot of comedy, but there is so much more genuine emotion and a willingness to go deeper than most any other superhero film property out right now. I didn’t even feel this way right away, but it grew on me more and more and more every time I rewatched it. I was so genuinely excited for Vol. 3, more than any other confirmed upcoming superhero flick (rivaled pretty much only by Spider-Verse), and it left me an emotional mess.

  • @scottthomas4779
    @scottthomas4779 Před 10 měsíci +1

    I was absolutely blown away by GOTG 3. I was nit expecting such an emotional film. It hit all the traditional notes of a guardians movie for me and then went hard in the paint with the emotion and nailed it. It's honestly my favorite of the trilogy.

  • @sherriefindley6572
    @sherriefindley6572 Před 10 měsíci +2

    Totally agree with your review!! I was beginning to think I was crazy. I haven't heard anything but high praise and while I did like the movie, messy was a good way to describe!

  • @Moreinius
    @Moreinius Před rokem +18

    goes to show that if you have good writing, you can make anything interesting, i loved both Vol 1 and 2

    • @CinemaChronicles1
      @CinemaChronicles1 Před rokem

      check out Chupa movie you will love it

    • @ItsSomeDeadGuy
      @ItsSomeDeadGuy Před rokem

      The comics were already very interesting lol
      Gunn had amazing source material to work with. He did change it around a bit, but his changes worked super well and were still rooted in love for the comic.

  • @bluecricket6157
    @bluecricket6157 Před rokem +5

    Respect to Chris!! I was expecting him to give this a glowing review, happy he spoke his mind

  • @biaJME
    @biaJME Před rokem +3

    can't believe you didn't mention mantis while discussing all the characters, she was one of the highlights of the film for me

  • @crad8379
    @crad8379 Před rokem +2

    The most underrated part of volume 3 is the relationship developed between Drax and Mantis. They always have each others backs. Good stuff.

  • @delix787
    @delix787 Před rokem +5

    Thank you for some character deaths!!! It just warms my heart!!!! 🤩

  • @Curt_Randall
    @Curt_Randall Před rokem +8

    I saw only the first one. Didn't think much of it. But I played the video game last year by Eidos and absolutely loved it. Probably one of best games I ever played and funniest.

  • @sipsdrewshin9169
    @sipsdrewshin9169 Před rokem

    Thanks for being honest about your review. I’m so sick of these garbage ‘reviewers’ who shill out.

  • @pauliek5325
    @pauliek5325 Před rokem +11

    The 1st Guardians is so fantastic even my wife loved it & she couldnt care less about the MCU. Hopefully this one can bring back the magic of the 1st one.

    • @MrSallmonnella
      @MrSallmonnella Před rokem

      2nd was eh (not bad) for me but the 3rd undoubtedly gave me the same feelings if not more than the 1st

    • @alantracy6757
      @alantracy6757 Před rokem

      No chance its manipulative Disney’s garbage

  • @geedigital
    @geedigital Před rokem +39

    Guardians of The Galaxy is one of the major surprises for me since the Marvel movie machine erupted. I thoroughly enjoyed 1 & 2 and if this is a decent cap to it, I'll be there for it.

    • @eddiek8179
      @eddiek8179 Před rokem

      It's more than decent - it's excellent.

  • @Matticitt
    @Matticitt Před rokem +62

    What do you mean more emotional. That funeral scene in vol. 2 was breathtaking.

    • @thedirtytowel3155
      @thedirtytowel3155 Před rokem +16

      thats a common criticism of volume two, but i just dont see it. i feel like they all just wanna say it isnt that emotional, i cry every time.

    • @terminate2345
      @terminate2345 Před rokem +3

      I strongly disliked volume two, but the funeral scene was amazing and heart breaking.

    • @themoviecritic1092
      @themoviecritic1092 Před rokem +8

      @@terminate2345 But why though I seriously don't get why people hate Volume 2 so much

    • @INTERNECION101
      @INTERNECION101 Před rokem +9

      @@themoviecritic1092 Yeah like Volume 2 was incredible. I never got why people hate it

    • @inanimatemist8610
      @inanimatemist8610 Před rokem +1

      @@themoviecritic1092 Imo there are way too many jokes in that one. And the plot was forgettable. Though I don't think it's bad, just mediocre.

  • @hroz2007
    @hroz2007 Před rokem +2

    I LOVED the movie !!! GOTG have always been “the funny movie” and while this one was a funny movie as well, this time it was more serious and heart breaking !!
    And the villain did have some depth to him. You could see how much he craved for evolution. And how obsessed and desperate he was for (you know who).
    I didn’t mind Adam ether. he was funny, powerful, and entertaining.
    We can’t take these movies too serious. Enjoy the movie, if it sucks it sucks but if you go in to look for perfection, you won’t get that lol
    But this movie was GREAT !!! 9/10 for me

  • @zxph
    @zxph Před rokem +1

    I agree with a lot of the points you made. James admitted he was pressured to include Adam in the film and it definitely shows, however I think it serves as a good introduction to the character. Hopefully we get more time with him for him to mature as he does in the comics.
    Definitely agree with the fact that there were a lot of characters being juggled, at times it felt like a bit much. I feel the movie would have benefitted from slowing down the pace a little on the more emotional scenes so the audience can catch a break since it just felt like nonstop action.
    The movie was really good though and 5x better than everything else Marvel has put out this year. I personally enjoyed the simplicity of having a bad guy who was just bad for the sake of it. Time that could have been wasted on trying to understand his motives was better spent on Rocket which I very much appreciated.

  • @CaseKirby
    @CaseKirby Před rokem +2

    I’m a simple man. Chris uploads. I watch.

  • @asr2021
    @asr2021 Před rokem +3

    Finally saw the movie. The hype is real. I had a really good time watching this at the movies. Got me in the feels several times. The GOTG Trilogy has to be the best Trilogy from the MCU. Well done James Gunn.

  • @patanne3680
    @patanne3680 Před rokem

    Hi Chris. I am a longtime fan. I love you and all your videos.

  • @brentttttttt
    @brentttttttt Před rokem +4

    just finished it today and it was a rollercoaster of emotion, very awesome

  • @Gunnumn
    @Gunnumn Před rokem +16

    I feel like this film will be as good as the last two and that'll be the best we'll get from phase 5. Seeing how these movies have been "progressing" its making me feel uncomfortable for later films down the road such as Blade or Thunderbolts.

    • @tylongkicks8821
      @tylongkicks8821 Před rokem +1

      The Beef writer and director is doing Thunderbolts now. The fired the original director and screen writer

    • @lytemike38
      @lytemike38 Před rokem

      Smh marvel is wack

  • @BSJINTHEHOUSE420
    @BSJINTHEHOUSE420 Před rokem +95

    Not the movie the MCU deserves, but the movie the MCU needs.

  • @TheRipKing
    @TheRipKing Před rokem +5

    Man I'm not gonna lie this is the best marvel film since spiderman very very fun film to watch.

  • @dougmetcalf2895
    @dougmetcalf2895 Před rokem +1

    Mantis and her dynamic with Drax stole the show pretty consistently for me.
    Also, Baby Rocket.
    "Good dog!"

  • @TheLastJayL
    @TheLastJayL Před rokem +33

    Seems like a good movie, but not enough to save Marvel.

    • @tylongkicks8821
      @tylongkicks8821 Před rokem +6

      Marvel just needs better screen writers and directors. If they do the X-Men, Fantastic Four, and a good Spidey 4 Marvel will be fine.

    • @klhjklhkjlkmhjl5977
      @klhjklhkjlkmhjl5977 Před rokem +2

      I don't care for Marvel but the guardian have a special place in my heart , there so good beyond the need of marvel connection, so I hope this movie delivers the same quality.

    • @eddiek8179
      @eddiek8179 Před rokem

      @@klhjklhkjlkmhjl5977 It does deliver.

    • @klhjklhkjlkmhjl5977
      @klhjklhkjlkmhjl5977 Před rokem

      @@eddiek8179 tnk god bro , I'm going to watch it today 🙏🙌

    • @eddiek8179
      @eddiek8179 Před rokem

      @@klhjklhkjlkmhjl5977 Great. come back and let us know your viewpoint.

  • @anthonyzullo
    @anthonyzullo Před rokem +5

    James gunn:"you want to cry!?"
    Audience:"yes please"
    James gunn:"then ima make your fucking weep!"

  • @YUHNITED
    @YUHNITED Před rokem +4

    Since endgame. I would say there have been 3 top tier truly great movies. Spider-Man no way home, wakanda forever, and this movie. I absolutely loved this movie. I think this movie was fantastic. Adam maybe could have been used a bit more and the run time maybe was a little long, but those are the only complaints I have. But every movie has its drawbacks. The positives far outshine the negatives.

    • @pressrepeat2000
      @pressrepeat2000 Před 11 měsíci

      100% agree. Those three are genuinely awesome movies, the rest (also the storming shows) has been bad, boring or very mediocre at best.

  • @tylerblack3962
    @tylerblack3962 Před rokem +2

    I don’t think I’ve ever cried during an MCU film, teared up yes, but never a full cry. Then guarduan 3 came out and ho boy, was I crying for a good portion of the film. Well done James Gunn

  • @markanthonyleo1705
    @markanthonyleo1705 Před rokem +4

    So Excited to see it.
    My favorite cast of the MCU

  • @benz9087
    @benz9087 Před rokem +3

    Chris Pratt reviewing his own movie is crazy

  • @TyrannosavageRekt
    @TyrannosavageRekt Před rokem +1

    Agreed for the Star-Lord character development from the first narrative choice feeling somewhat like it'd been dropped, but then if we assume the reason he's been drinking is because of the "loss" of Gamora, then maybe her being around him again helps him stay removed from that? Also thought the same about them breaking their own rule with the flashbacks. That aside, I actually thought this was a *very* good movie, almost on par with the first Guardians film. Personally, this was indeed the hit that can elevate the MCU again in my eyes.

  • @mariagiovanna4288
    @mariagiovanna4288 Před rokem

    I'm brazilian🇧🇷 and I loved your comments about the movie, congratulations!

  • @jeremybr2020
    @jeremybr2020 Před 10 měsíci +2

    I'm surprised. I was expecting a more positive review with this movie. And this isn't just with Chris, but other big reviewers like Jeremy Jahns, the reviews have only been so so. Which is surprising, because I've watched many reactions to this movie and they all have been very very good. People LOVE this movie. And so did I.