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PeteStaivAug 5, 2014

This movie is fun experience! Creative humor perfectly mixed with drama! The main characters are also amazing! But it has one huge flaw, the main villain is way too cartoony. Also the main plot could be better written! Overall it is hilariousThis movie is fun experience! Creative humor perfectly mixed with drama! The main characters are also amazing! But it has one huge flaw, the main villain is way too cartoony. Also the main plot could be better written! Overall it is hilarious action sci fi comic book movie… Expand

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vikesh2206Nov 10, 2014

Guardians of the Galaxy plays it the safe Marvel way, with plentiful of action, a lots humor, unique and wacky direction and a fairly generic villain.

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TychoThorpeAug 5, 2014

Despite having the worst Ronan the Accuser actor and makeup decision, I still think this was a worth while movie. Not being hugely aware of the series before hand I cannot accurately describe the accuracy each actor did in their performances,Despite having the worst Ronan the Accuser actor and makeup decision, I still think this was a worth while movie. Not being hugely aware of the series before hand I cannot accurately describe the accuracy each actor did in their performances, however from what I experience the cast apart from Ronan were very well casted for the roles I assume they were meant to play. I also think we will be seeing more of Thanos in the future and look forward to seeing more from this cast.… Expand

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TejasNairAug 9, 2014

(Summary - Adds Humour To Heroism. ♦ 73%)

Come on now, we all know (and pretend that we don't) that all superhero movies are alike. But we still go and see them and come out of the hall enthralled by the visual effects, stunts, 3D, et(Summary - Adds Humour To Heroism. ♦ 73%)

Come on now, we all know (and pretend that we don't) that all superhero movies are alike. But we still go and see them and come out of the hall enthralled by the visual effects, stunts, 3D, et cetera. So let me not focus on the story here, but the things that entertained me.

To start with, I'm in complete awe with Chris Pratt. His brief dance performance is what kick-starts the films and continues to keep us hooked with his character, the main hero. Next, I found myself laughing and grinning all the way through 2 hours because of the large amounts of humor that this film succeeds in executing. Every single sequence is painted with a comic tint, thanks to Cooper, Bautista and others. I have no reason to blame the cast, nor the production unit.

Here in India, there were few cuts that annoyed me but I believe we were spared more than we were in The Wolf of Wall Street.

While I thought that the CGI was a tad premature at some parts, the story is narrated quite nicely. The action sequences are not much of a surprise as it showcases the futuristic gadgets and stuff. There aren't any twists that could have saved the second half from being a little itchy.

Coming to the best part: the soundtrack. The Pina Colada song never felt so good before and it was also years since I heard that. Right kind of music used at perfect times throughout the film. Vin Diesel's Groot voice needs a pat in the back.

Guardians of the Galaxy succeeds in holding the Marvel Cinematic Universe as it conveys few implications here: that tree life is so much more significant than we think. It touches topics like space and gravity and galaxies and science and stuff superficially, although stops right there when it introduces typical superhero formula of an ancient ball that has some celestial power and the heroes and the villains are behind it. Blah blah blah.

BOTTOM LINE: A typical superhero film, embezzled with good humor, great music and an unconventional character ensemble. A raccoon plays a superhero, what more do you ask?

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SushiStonerDec 17, 2014

Guardians of the galaxy was a wild marvel roller coaster with effervescent and exciting characters, jaw dropping visual effects and satisfying direction although a very formulaic plot the film remains fun with the combination of humor and action.

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MovieFanMikeAug 17, 2014

This was probably the most suprising movie of the year. I'm not a big fan of the Marvel movies. I like them for the most part but, they aren't that impressive. However, this one suprised me. The script was really good in terms of theThis was probably the most suprising movie of the year. I'm not a big fan of the Marvel movies. I like them for the most part but, they aren't that impressive. However, this one suprised me. The script was really good in terms of the characters and "galaxy" building. The plot itself and the villian were kinda weak but, it doesn't tarnish the movie all that much. Overall, it's probably the best movie based on a marvel comic ever made. You should probably see it. 8/10 - Very Enjoyable.… Expand

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SwiftReviewsAug 27, 2014

enjoyably different then most movies these days, started out a little boring to me with Peter Quill as a kid, but as soon as it skipped to the present it was funny, and as you're introduced to the the other Guardians, the chemistry betweenenjoyably different then most movies these days, started out a little boring to me with Peter Quill as a kid, but as soon as it skipped to the present it was funny, and as you're introduced to the the other Guardians, the chemistry between them works to carry the film, probably had more flaws than i care to notice and was a bit simplistic and carefree. But definitely worth it to watch if your into these movies.… Expand

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DenisManuSep 3, 2014

A true masterpiece in terms of comic book movies!Guardians of the Galaxy is a great Sci-Fi movie filled with fantastic action sequences filmed properly, great visuals that makes you feel you're right in the middle of every scene and theA true masterpiece in terms of comic book movies!Guardians of the Galaxy is a great Sci-Fi movie filled with fantastic action sequences filmed properly, great visuals that makes you feel you're right in the middle of every scene and the best humor in a comic book movie I've seen so far.The movie shows the adventure of the five heroes:Peter Quill(better known as Star-Lord), Drax the Destroyer, Gamora, Rocket raccoon and Groot as they become the greatest heroes in the galaxy.… Expand

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Red-Opposom-098Apr 25, 2015

To start things off the movie is good but not as good as people are saying it is, the film does drag on a bit in some parts but it gets really interesting when the final act happens, most of the potential is used in this movie but some partsTo start things off the movie is good but not as good as people are saying it is, the film does drag on a bit in some parts but it gets really interesting when the final act happens, most of the potential is used in this movie but some parts were lacking of some sort. My main gripe is that the villain is really under developed. One of the main reasons I like this movie is that it's basically Star Wars and Star Trek combined. I'd say its a really enjoyable movie.… Expand

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papeadojhonDec 8, 2014

Guardians of the Galaxy combina todos los géneros y crea una mezcla que hace de esta pelicula, en mi opinión, una entrega aceptable de MARVEL. Aunque en muchos aspectos no la hace una de las mejores.

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heathermMay 13, 2015

I recently saw this movie for the second time, and I was surprised by how well it held up to a second viewing. I don't think there were new things that I noticed, but the jokes fell just as well the second time, and it was just as much funI recently saw this movie for the second time, and I was surprised by how well it held up to a second viewing. I don't think there were new things that I noticed, but the jokes fell just as well the second time, and it was just as much fun to watch the actions unroll. Bradley Cooper's raccoon is voiced perfectly, and gives some of the funniest lines of the movie, particularly in his interactions with Groot. The visual effects and makeup were all interesting and original and really well done; it was neat to see people in red and green and blue, and I like that they didn't go to any trouble explaining history or dynamics, and leaving the audience to mostly tease out the relevant details for themselves. The ending was a bit predictable in its happy fuzzy feelings and sense of adventure, but it was entirely appropriate to the movie and it worked really well. Guardians of the Galaxy has some of the best aspects of the comic book movie genre in the neat, creative environment of outer space. Super fun.… Expand

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bradchengApr 28, 2015

When Disney first announced it was paying a king’s ransom to purchase the complete Marvel Comics canon of characters, there was some skepticism that once the Golden Age had been mined and the Silver Age melted down, there wouldn’t be enoughWhen Disney first announced it was paying a king’s ransom to purchase the complete Marvel Comics canon of characters, there was some skepticism that once the Golden Age had been mined and the Silver Age melted down, there wouldn’t be enough left to cast a decent superhero belt buckle. Happily, “Guardians of the Galaxy” proves that you don’t always need a bonafide costumed icon to produce a bit of save-the-world fun, even if the story is barely-there laser blast fare — Star Wars minus the mythology.

As an action extravaganza, every penny of the film’s lofty budget appears on the screen. “Guardians” is a gorgeous-looking film filled with over-the-top makeup and sets, some of it quite stunning. It doesn’t strive for a moody, rain-washed authenticity like some other superhero films, but rather a garish cartoony reality, vaguely reminiscent of director Luc Bresson’s sci-fi work and those geniuses of perspective and four-color visual hyperbole: the Marvel artists.

The story revolves around space scoundrel Peter Quill (played by actor Chris Pratt of the TV sitcom “Parks and Recreation,” on which he’s crafted a likable He-of-Light-Intelligence persona that he reprises here) and Quill’s attempt to recover a metallic orb containing an unworldly force just waiting to be harvested by half the baddies in the universe. Quill, abducted from earth while still a teen by pirate-like space mercenaries goes by the moniker “Star-Lord.” He’s grown into a punky rebel among these salty space dogs — prone to flipping off policemen, drop-kicking pesky space lizards and blasting his classic rock on a Walkman to liven up the soundtrack (a little too frequently, it’s a vaguely cheap trick).

Pratt has described his character as “Hans Solo meets Marty McFly.” I would have preferred Hans Solo meets … someone further out of puberty. Pratt’s Quill is almost too much a boy-child to generate real gravity as the film’s lead. He wields a mean stun gun, but he makes an awkward leader and his moments of genuine heroics get lost behind the joking. The film ends, but he never matures. Still, he’s a likable lunk and the carry-over of his “Parks” persona gives Pratt cred as the Peter Pan of the Forbidden Zone.

Zoe Saldana (Lt. Uhura in J.J. Abram’s rebooted “Star Trek” films) is his grudging new sidekick and presumed future love interest, a deadly assassin recently turned away from the darkside. Saldana works earnestly at her role and manages to provide some weight to the otherwise drama-light screenplay.

Professional wrestler Dave Batista is another member of Quill’s team of misfits. Saddled with the rather defining moniker of “Drax the Destroyer,” Batista provides some of the film’s best laughs as a humorless yet utterly forthright hulk. He’s Mongo from “Blazing Saddles” decorated in a paisley of ritually applied scars atop real-life muscles that outshine the special effects for pure astonishment.

The final members of the Guardians are two CGI-rendered concoctions voiced by Bradley Cooper and Vin Diesel. Cooper is Rocket Racoon, a genetically rewired Daniel Boone hat-in-the-making with an Einstein-like brilliance. Unfortunately, Cooper overplays him vocally, imparting a grating character that is less quasar than quasi-Bowery Boy. In a film that seldom abandons its video game pacing, Cooper’s racoon character is the one reeks most of a video game performance.

On the other hand, Vin Diesel, whose part almost entirely consists of the same three words, “I am Groot,” sprouts the film’s most poignant moments as a tree-man whose heart is far less hardened than his bark. His completely other-worldly appearance brings a needed whimsy to the space fantasy, unlike the slight color variations of its humanoids and that earthly racoon whose presence defies any real rationality. It is Groot’s laconic presence and the gentle moments he creates that lets the film pause long enough to show the heart “Guardian” could have used more of.

“Guardians” is certain to please audiences with its all-cylinders firing action, but Gunn would have been well-served to let his jets cool down more between sprints. His failing to tug more at the heartstrings and have us fall for his characters is odd, as I have a sneaking suspicion that Gunn was more concerned with cementing them into a franchise and less with crafting a fully realized film.

Perhaps with the thought of sequel-to-come firmly in mind, the film’s timing feels off. A prison escape chews up far too much running time, while some major plot points are barely given a comic book frame’s worth of mention. The result is a story that feels penciled in, but not fully inked.

But by the film’s finale, Gunn achieves his goal and his cast melds into a gang you’ll be willing to spend more time with in future installments, Awesome Mix Tape Part Deux, which is all any studio could hope for … in this galaxy or the next.… Expand

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The_hamurMay 4, 2015

It's a thumbs up. This movie is way better than I expected, and yet fell short on being a great movie. Gunn could have made the movie a half hour longer, giving more exposition for the villain, Ronan, and a little more time for the audienceIt's a thumbs up. This movie is way better than I expected, and yet fell short on being a great movie. Gunn could have made the movie a half hour longer, giving more exposition for the villain, Ronan, and a little more time for the audience to understand where everything is happening and why. The "gang is back in town" feeling is forced and rushed, but the comedy pays off. Good CGI, good acting, but if the story was a little more patient, i could go for a 2h30 movie easy, and would be the most memorable adventure film in a long time. Believe or not, this lack of material makes you just don't care for what happens near the end of the movie.… Expand

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RedeadhoodMar 28, 2016

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Seriously a dance off? This movie is the most overrated piece of turd, but a turd with heart and soul that seems to be missing from quite a few Marvel movies. Wish they had ended a bit differently, but oh well.… Expand

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gdiego135Dec 4, 2015

Not the movie i expected, it's not bad actually a bit funny, just weider than weird, and not my kind of movie but it's still worth watching and has interesting characters.

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AWassermanDec 20, 2015

This was a fun movie. I can't really say that much more about it. It was not a breakthrough film of any sorts. But it provided quality entertainment from an unknown to the general public Marvel property. So you got to give it credit for that.

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AaronWasserman1Mar 26, 2016

Marvel takes an unknown property and turns it into a mega hit! While I think this movie isn't as awesome as everyone else, I can not deny its achievements and the enjoyment value of this movie

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shiftworkerAug 22, 2016

Chris Pratt save the universe leading a rag-tag team in a sci-fi yarn that has a little humour and some effective action sequences. It's not a Star Trek movie, honestly it's not. There's too much from X-Men, Star Wars and Lord of the Rings inChris Pratt save the universe leading a rag-tag team in a sci-fi yarn that has a little humour and some effective action sequences. It's not a Star Trek movie, honestly it's not. There's too much from X-Men, Star Wars and Lord of the Rings in there for that. Enjoyable hokum.… Expand

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CryZZtalNov 24, 2017

I didn't love this movie, but I didn't hate it either. It's one of those films you feel like you love while watching it, but that love later turns into 'I liked it'. First, the good stuff: It is a lot of fun, it looks amazing on the big ANDI didn't love this movie, but I didn't hate it either. It's one of those films you feel like you love while watching it, but that love later turns into 'I liked it'. First, the good stuff: It is a lot of fun, it looks amazing on the big AND small screen and the soundtrack is out-of-this-world good! The characters are good on their own, they are fun and fresh and exactly what was missing in the MCU. Now to the bad stuff: While there are emotional moments and serious conversations, the movie somtimes feels like a joke-fest without any depth to it. It feels like it doesn't want to be meaningful. It wants to make people love it by being a rollercoaster of joy. Now, while that is not the worst thing, for me a 'team-up' movie needs to establish at least some form of emotional connection between the characters and while there certainly were moments like this in the movie, they didn't quite nail the 'we are a team now' feeling for me. This is also the reason why I didn't like the final confrontation of this film as much as I would have liked. This movie has a lot of heart, great characters, amazing visuals and music and it is definetly a must-see, but it's still not as amazing to me as other people say it is. I don't see myself rewatching it on a regular basis, but I was excited to see that the Guardians would return for a sequel. Maybe with a story that gives them more time to become the 'Guardians of the Galaxy'. Overall a very solid entry in the MCU.… Expand

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Jaredc324May 6, 2019

Guardians of the Galaxy hits the notes you've always wanted a superhero-fick to hit. But aside from it's Pulp Fiction-rowdy-rambunctious-funny type style, the story and it's characters do get flaked out at times, losing a bit of it's funk andGuardians of the Galaxy hits the notes you've always wanted a superhero-fick to hit. But aside from it's Pulp Fiction-rowdy-rambunctious-funny type style, the story and it's characters do get flaked out at times, losing a bit of it's funk and groove, leaning on irrelevent sentiment when it should just be the badass hip-super film it set out to be, and not the kid-crowd pleasing happy-ending type film it ultimately became. But nevertheless, Disney's wuss-touch can't touch the fact that these Guardians are just too badass and watchable to drain out. I live for the simple things, like how much this is going to entertain you.… Expand

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CTHReviewsMar 15, 2018

Guardians of the Galaxy is a nice time with great visual effects and makeup, but from a character perspective, it's pretty stale.

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Kire_92May 4, 2018

A good marvel movie that felt fresh compared to the others due to its unique universe. Even though the story was not that special the world and the characters made up for it and made it into an enjoyable film.

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AMasterpieceFanJan 16, 2019

A good movie. Though the comedy is out of place sometimes and the villain is generic.

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YesterJan 24, 2020

The plot, story, jokes, etc. of this movie aren't that good. It's mediocre at best, but god does the actors carry this movie. Wow. Their are all fantastic and charismatic. You'd think so much personality could clash on screen, but nope. It'sThe plot, story, jokes, etc. of this movie aren't that good. It's mediocre at best, but god does the actors carry this movie. Wow. Their are all fantastic and charismatic. You'd think so much personality could clash on screen, but nope. It's a good movie and it has no business being that good.… Expand

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MahmusOct 20, 2020

While most of its novelty has worn off since we've gotten used to these characters, Guardians of the Galaxy remains a testament to Marvel taking one of their biggest risks. And it paid off.

While I think that it's a bit rocky at times andWhile most of its novelty has worn off since we've gotten used to these characters, Guardians of the Galaxy remains a testament to Marvel taking one of their biggest risks. And it paid off.

While I think that it's a bit rocky at times and that the sequel is infinitely better, I have to say that the beginning and end are great.
Everything after "we are Groot" works wonderfully. The dance-off, the holding hands moment, the montage and, best of all, Peter opening his mother's present. That will always be my favorite part of the whole movie.… Expand

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DawdlingPoetMay 15, 2022

I'm not overly keen on Marvel films but you can't argue they provide some pretty decent 'switch off entertainment' and this is one of the better ones I thought. What I mean by that is you don't have to necessarily follow everything in detailI'm not overly keen on Marvel films but you can't argue they provide some pretty decent 'switch off entertainment' and this is one of the better ones I thought. What I mean by that is you don't have to necessarily follow everything in detail to enjoy the film - there's plenty of CGI effects and otherwise visual action based entertainment, plus some amusing dialogue, hence its not exactly an overly boring watch. I particularly enjoyed this film for the soundtrack featured - songs from the 80s that I quite liked or certainly distantly remembered. I guess it does help a bit to know about the wider MCU, to get the full 'picture' as it were but I think you can still enjoy it either way. There's some fairly witty dialogue at times - nothing remarkable but it did make me smirk at times certainly.

It's all a bit over the top for some people, I imagine but for what it is, it's not bad. If your not a fan of sci-fi/fantasy films then you won't enjoy this but otherwise its a good enough watch, yes.… Expand

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Onlyclassicvg1Dec 8, 2020

The Incredible Hulk isn't very Incredible.
Edward Norton gives a good performance but the concept of Hulk itself just seems tired. There is no new outlook on the hero just simply a repeatedly mediocre take on a very one dimensiona

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Joseph13Nov 22, 2020

i love ittttt!!! one of my fave mcu movies for sure ahhh i love the characters, plot, villian everythingggg! can’t wait for the next movie omgg

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Gamzguy17Aug 21, 2021

I can't help but feel a little disappointed by "Guardians of the Galaxy". Sure, it has likeable characters with their own interesting backstories and personalities. It also has charm, wit, and good action/visuals. It has the typical elementsI can't help but feel a little disappointed by "Guardians of the Galaxy". Sure, it has likeable characters with their own interesting backstories and personalities. It also has charm, wit, and good action/visuals. It has the typical elements found in the Marvel Studios' hot streak of films since 2008's "Iron Man". However, it takes itself a touch too seriously which dampens its funny moments as well as slows down its plotline, which by the way, is an uninspired plot- fueled by a villain who is completely uninteresting and has cliché motives for his actions. Overall, it serves as a wacky action film that satisfyingly gets the job done and is worthy of repeated viewings despite its mediocre plot.… Expand

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Gts08Jun 23, 2022

Oookkay, so this was a surprise. I mean, after Iron Man 3, it was a blast. And, it was the funniest movie of the year! bY fAr!! Not just the funniest, but also the one that felt the most unique, especially if we know that it is an MCU-movie.Oookkay, so this was a surprise. I mean, after Iron Man 3, it was a blast. And, it was the funniest movie of the year! bY fAr!! Not just the funniest, but also the one that felt the most unique, especially if we know that it is an MCU-movie. However, it got the most colorful brigade of intergalactic pirate S-holes in a movie ever. Uhm, yeah. The story was surprisingly interesting. And holy crap, it had a villain. A VILLAIN, that has no motivations, no past (and well, no future), nothing, just Thanos in the background as the boss (whose Loki wasn't a big deal, too), and a blue **** face! F***YEAH! I wonder why they needed another bad guy...except that, it was a wild ride. The wildest, and most eccentric that I've seen so far in the Marvel Cinematic Universe...oh, and it was cinematic.… Expand

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DolphinReviewsJul 20, 2022

Upon first watching in 2014 I thought this movie was fantastic. After re-watching in 2022. A lot of the humor doesn't hit the same and at times the movie can be boring. Doesn't change the fact it is still a great movie, likable cast, with anUpon first watching in 2014 I thought this movie was fantastic. After re-watching in 2022. A lot of the humor doesn't hit the same and at times the movie can be boring. Doesn't change the fact it is still a great movie, likable cast, with an even better soundtrack.… Expand

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Chriscorc876Apr 10, 2023

The first Guardians of the Galaxy movie is an entertaining and
enjoyable ride through the cosmos with a lovable band of misfits. The witty humor and catchy soundtrack add to the overall fun atmosphere of the film. However, the plot can feel aThe first Guardians of the Galaxy movie is an entertaining and
enjoyable ride through the cosmos with a lovable band of misfits. The witty humor and catchy soundtrack add to the overall fun atmosphere of the film. However, the plot can feel a bit convoluted at times, and some characters could have been more fleshed out. Overall, it's a solid addition to the Marvel Cinematic
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A7sus4Aug 11, 2014

It was competent and well executed. I wouldn't call it bad, just rather dull and formulaic (wasn't it the same plot as The Avengers?), and as such I never really cared about what was happening. In my opinion this movie is being overrated. TheIt was competent and well executed. I wouldn't call it bad, just rather dull and formulaic (wasn't it the same plot as The Avengers?), and as such I never really cared about what was happening. In my opinion this movie is being overrated. The soundtrack was the best part.… Expand

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LynJan 11, 2015

Colorful flick with cartoony characters and action -- I'll bet it was more fun in the theater, especially if you could bring a couple of 11-year-old boys. I'm past that point in life, but noted (and laughed at) some of the obligatoryColorful flick with cartoony characters and action -- I'll bet it was more fun in the theater, especially if you could bring a couple of 11-year-old boys. I'm past that point in life, but noted (and laughed at) some of the obligatory pop-culture jokes aimed more at parents. (Funny note: Michael Rooker, "Merle" from "The Walking Dead," shows up as a teal-skinned intergalactic redneck!) I gather most people didn't mind that plot was silly, the hero a dope and the raccoon inexplicable ... it's an OK "popcorn movie" and achieves that purpose well.… Expand

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TVJerryAug 5, 2014

The latest Marvel mashup brings a ragtag gang of unusual characters together to save the universe. Led by a sweet, swaggering human (Chris Pratt), the group includes a tree creature, a green woman, a literal hulk and an armed raccoon. ThisThe latest Marvel mashup brings a ragtag gang of unusual characters together to save the universe. Led by a sweet, swaggering human (Chris Pratt), the group includes a tree creature, a green woman, a literal hulk and an armed raccoon. This opens things up for irreverent humor, which isn't always that funny. Action is inevitable, but most of it's fast & noisy without standing out. There's also lots to look at, including dozens of fun creatures and some cool design. The playful tone and unusual individuals make it entertaining, but the underlying lack of originality keeps it from soaring.… Expand

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csw12Nov 30, 2014

Guardians of the Galaxy is childish, clumsy and looks like a mess all in one but still manages to entertain enough to make it worth watching. Depending how you look at it, you'll either find it completely stupid or entertaining. I say its both.

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Trev29Dec 27, 2014

Just because this movie is funnier and has a better soundtrack than other superhero movies, does not make it any better. It still feels like the same old rehash movie. High production, but a visual mess. Too many characters and elements thatJust because this movie is funnier and has a better soundtrack than other superhero movies, does not make it any better. It still feels like the same old rehash movie. High production, but a visual mess. Too many characters and elements that detract from the core story.… Expand

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G11Sep 17, 2014

A whimsical dazzling sensation, we are bound to the chair to witness ridiculously abundant visuals for the next three hours with sizzling eyes.
Blossoming showers of explosions, head-to-toe CGI on a non-stop bullet train that rivals scrapA whimsical dazzling sensation, we are bound to the chair to witness ridiculously abundant visuals for the next three hours with sizzling eyes.
Blossoming showers of explosions, head-to-toe CGI on a non-stop bullet train that rivals scrap metal art on "synthol"; It's safe to say the movie has done it's job recklessly hiring too much artists with each individuals asking for their own voice as the director agrees on all for one and one for all dogma. Am I putting too strain on the on the movie itself? But here comes a realization: forgetting what we just witnessed as the bathroom line piss down the drain after the big show.

It is a worthwhile praise for actors to followup on a comedic relief it is a short fun fling.
Yet if there was a trend, the trend is to get in bed, jerk it off in the next 5 minutes, and call it sex.
We've all seen it, why bother with a newborn bastard.

In all, "summer blockbuster 2014", give it two extra stars and call it commercial success.
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ViolettSep 1, 2015

Despite all this positive reviews I didn't like the movie much. I don't like when people act like stupid while movie is trying to be serious. The very first scene, when Star Lords mother dies and a minute after he makes stupid japes at theDespite all this positive reviews I didn't like the movie much. I don't like when people act like stupid while movie is trying to be serious. The very first scene, when Star Lords mother dies and a minute after he makes stupid japes at the face of the alien. The last scene when he is dancing at the face of Ronan is beyond absurd, who in the world could be distracted by this - only idiots. Is Ronan idiot? Seems so. And for all 2+ hours the thought could not leave my mind - did I see it somewhere? It was said the movie made from comics, but I think I saw similar movie somewhere ...… Expand

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callumjsouthDec 14, 2014

Guardians of the Galaxy is a welcome break from Marvel's mainstream characters and introduces us to a diverse group of unlikely heroes who must work together to save the galaxy. The guardians are all well presented and easily engaged with.Guardians of the Galaxy is a welcome break from Marvel's mainstream characters and introduces us to a diverse group of unlikely heroes who must work together to save the galaxy. The guardians are all well presented and easily engaged with. Marvel's ability to weave comedy into it's films is also still present, giving Guardians of the Galaxy a nice balance between action and comedy. The story is sadly holding this Marvel entry back. The plot is easily forgettable and the friendship and formulation of the group of guardians is ridiculously unlikely. However the loveable guardians and impressive cast make for an enjoyable watch that combines action and comedy in a satisfying way.… Expand

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Sirik_MatakApr 2, 2016

A light and entertaining movie. The only one of the all that comicbook commotion I simply enjoyed without rolling my eyes around constantly. It doesn't take itself seriously, the characters are straightforward and simple and it's notA light and entertaining movie. The only one of the all that comicbook commotion I simply enjoyed without rolling my eyes around constantly. It doesn't take itself seriously, the characters are straightforward and simple and it's not tryharding (God damned Deadpool is a cringe fest due to trying to be an instant meme-factory).… Expand

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carloswalnutsSep 5, 2014

No es la mejor pelicula de Marvel pero es entretenida, las interpretaciones son muy buenas, los enemigos son algo flojos, pero el error aqui es que su buena historia queda opacada por el exceso de la comedia, alguna que otras secuencias algoNo es la mejor pelicula de Marvel pero es entretenida, las interpretaciones son muy buenas, los enemigos son algo flojos, pero el error aqui es que su buena historia queda opacada por el exceso de la comedia, alguna que otras secuencias algo absurdas y que pierde seriedad.… Expand

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FranzHcriticAug 2, 2014

In terms of pure entertainment value, it was funny with a great cast and a decent references. But as a film, it was too fast paced and silly and excessive on the visuals. I like Marvel. Only this wasn't one of their best movies. It'llIn terms of pure entertainment value, it was funny with a great cast and a decent references. But as a film, it was too fast paced and silly and excessive on the visuals. I like Marvel. Only this wasn't one of their best movies. It'll probably end up somewhere in the middle. But hey, it was a good laugh while I was watching it.… Expand

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talonps1Oct 6, 2014

After all the hype and box office numbers, I finally get to watch Guardians. Actually, I watched it twice because I thought I missed something everybody else seemed to have gotten and yet still don't see why this movie is so hyped.

Yeah,After all the hype and box office numbers, I finally get to watch Guardians. Actually, I watched it twice because I thought I missed something everybody else seemed to have gotten and yet still don't see why this movie is so hyped.

Yeah, entertaining...yeah, nice visuals...was the story rushed, absolutely...was the editing crappy, without a doubt...because I guess unlike everyone else, I kinda want to get the whole story and not the condensed version Guardians was left with (SPOILER: think Rocket crying over Grut...absolutely amateur editing).

Besides all that, I was entertained so can't ask for more...well, I can and should get more but eh, it's Hollywood 2014...nothing but reboots and hacks so an original plot, you know, band of fighters join to together to save the gal..ax...y....okay so Star Wars did it first, so what at least you have space ships and al...ie...ns....okay so a hundred other movies, same thing. My point is, 4 good jokes in the movie, that's it and the rest is rebooted, regurgitated sci-fi crap.… Expand

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AkashVijayJan 21, 2015

Guardians of the Galaxy is mildly entertaining and sometimes comedic. It's overloaded with CGI and action sequences and is often unbelievably stupid. But after all it doesn't take itself seriously and asks us to extend the same courtesy. InGuardians of the Galaxy is mildly entertaining and sometimes comedic. It's overloaded with CGI and action sequences and is often unbelievably stupid. But after all it doesn't take itself seriously and asks us to extend the same courtesy. In the end the loud, charismatic and energetic superhero flick does succeed a whole lot more than it fails.… Expand

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Justin765Aug 1, 2014

Marvel's blockbuster formula has time and time again proven to generate massive mounds of money, so why change it? This is my primary problem with Guardians of the Galaxy. It follows the same formula of others in the Marvel cinematic universeMarvel's blockbuster formula has time and time again proven to generate massive mounds of money, so why change it? This is my primary problem with Guardians of the Galaxy. It follows the same formula of others in the Marvel cinematic universe but it fails to add it's own distinctive personality to the trade. While a lot of elements in 'Guardians' feel very polished; from the well-crafted action sequences to the witty dialog it cannot shake the overwhelming stale feeling left by the films the proceeded it. 'Guardians' just doesn't feel original.

The story of Peter Quill and the formation of the other Guardians is predictable and full of typical blockbuster cliche's but this is not to say that it isn't fun. At times, the tale can be thrilling, and almost engrossing, but it all amounts to feel like I've seen this before. Many of the scenes feel directly ripped out of other films it resembles, and this results in the overwhelming feeling of deja vu.

With all this said, Guardians of the Galaxy can be a lot of fun, just don't go in expecting something spectacularly original.… Expand

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MiyukiAug 7, 2014

If you are into this space-opera/superhero/action genre stuff, then "Guardians of the Galaxy" is a must-watch for You. If you are not, then be sceptical and do not expect to see the greatest movie ever.

A huge weakness for this film isIf you are into this space-opera/superhero/action genre stuff, then "Guardians of the Galaxy" is a must-watch for You. If you are not, then be sceptical and do not expect to see the greatest movie ever.

A huge weakness for this film is it's screenplay which is a huge cliche. Or maybe it is a parody of itself. Either way, if you have any experience in watching movies, you will always be able to predict what is going to happen next. Although one of the main aspects of the film is the fate of the entire galaxy, there is never really anything at stake. The climax is cheap and predictable

On the other hand, "Guardians of Galaxy" can be surprisingly fun at times. All actors are good too, even though the characters are all black and white - this is a classic good vs. evil fairytale after all. Visual effects are outstanding as well and if You are going to watch it, watch it in 3D, because 3D always covers some of the film's weaker aspects and failures.

All in all, "Guardians of the Galaxy" is not a terrible movie, but I would not be as psyched about it as the rest 95% of Internet is. Seeing its success, we should brace ourselves - the sequels, spin-offs and reboots are coming.… Expand

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albertsssAug 23, 2014

While I was pleased to see that "Guardians of the Galaxy" was not another dark examination of a superhero's conflicted personality, the Galaxy that needed to be saved (In the film) was irritatingly underdeveloped and painfully clicheWhile I was pleased to see that "Guardians of the Galaxy" was not another dark examination of a superhero's conflicted personality, the Galaxy that needed to be saved (In the film) was irritatingly underdeveloped and painfully cliche (Especially the bad guys, ugh). A tv-series might have explored this universe a little better.… Expand

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EnkyAug 31, 2014

GOTG is a very entertaining light weight film for me. It is funny, has action, good special effects and a good heart. Imo it is let down by the story, the villain, and the overall acting. Good fun for 10-18 years old, 25+ will easily forgetGOTG is a very entertaining light weight film for me. It is funny, has action, good special effects and a good heart. Imo it is let down by the story, the villain, and the overall acting. Good fun for 10-18 years old, 25+ will easily forget it as soon they as step out from the theatre.… Expand

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Mosh603Jan 22, 2015

This movie was alright. I will say that it is one of the better Marvel movies I have seen in awhile, but it still was overall a tad cheesy. I don't really like Chris Pratt as an actor, I found him to be kind of over-acting. The movie did haveThis movie was alright. I will say that it is one of the better Marvel movies I have seen in awhile, but it still was overall a tad cheesy. I don't really like Chris Pratt as an actor, I found him to be kind of over-acting. The movie did have some good laughs at times, and I enjoyed the raccoon character and especially the main villain, he was pretty bad ass. But overall, I wasn't that impressed.… Expand

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masseyJan 25, 2015

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A fresh installment into the Marvel Cinematic Universe, "Guardians of The Galaxy" is a fun adventure featuring an interesting leading ensemble of characters. The film's visual effects really help to bring the various extra-terrestrial settings to life. The pop compilation soundtrack is an additional fun factor to the film's light-hearted humour.

However, these features seem to make up for and mask "Guardians"' lacking plot in which a forgettable villain seeks to destroy the universe while the protagonists take measures to stop them, something not too dissimilar to other Marvel movie story lines ("Thor: The Dark World" in particular). This cliché plot needs to be given a rest, especially when the film doesn't seem to really accentuate that particular threat and its implications.

Other than colourful alien worlds, there is nothing else that this film seems to offer or present other than its entertaining cast and humour. I really would have liked for a better insight into Peter Quill and his experiences, having been taken away so suddenly from Earth, and a better look at the various worlds we are presented with in the film. Star Wars is a great example of showcasing distinct planets that we become accustomed too and can easily recognise; "Guardians" needs to take a page or two from that book.

I have a feeling that the direction in which this film could have been taken in was shunted due to the fact that Marvel wanted to introduce key plot points that would feature and play heavily in the overall arc of the Marvel Cinematic Universe and its Phases, especially with the expanded introduction of Thanos, whom we can speculate will be the ultimate villain in an "Avengers" movie. Though I understand that this film had the appropriate setting and theme in which to officially introduce these plot points, it feels like it drags it down from feeling like its own, separate entity and not just something that has to very specifically tie into Marvel's current plans for their movies.

"Guardians of The Galaxy" is a particularly entertaining film with the crux of its popularity seemingly accumulated from the wild response to the vivid and discrete ensemble of characters and the film's lively and amusing tone. The cliché plot and forgettable villain disappointingly drags "Guardians" down. Don't be fooled by the critics' consensus; this film is good but its notable errors prove that there is definitely room for improvement. Origin stories often tend to fall into this trap but leeway is obviously permitted as the filmmakers get to find their footing and subsequently and hopefully deliver a more developed story and villain for the sequel.

Is "Guardians" worth the watch? Yes! But, don't expect anything more than just a fun comic-book movie.… Expand

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TamaberFeb 14, 2015

I liked this movie, was entertaining, but did not fall head over heels with it. Critics are so positive that maybe my expectations were too high. Did not feel any strong emotions, which is what I seek to feel when watching this type of filmsI liked this movie, was entertaining, but did not fall head over heels with it. Critics are so positive that maybe my expectations were too high. Did not feel any strong emotions, which is what I seek to feel when watching this type of films (anger, sadness, admiration, etc). I am not quite fond of Chris Pratt's acting, this time. I thought he lacked wits and leadership skills (wanted to laugh, but seriously, it was not funny...)

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russiangamerMay 10, 2017

Скучно, не смешно, по-детски.
Сюжет такой, что порой можно спросить его - "Ты вообще есть в этом фильме?". Было 2-3 шутки, которые вызвали у меня ухмылку, но всего-то их было в десяток раз больше, юмор зачастую очень детский, может, для детейСкучно, не смешно, по-детски.
Сюжет такой, что порой можно спросить его - "Ты вообще есть в этом фильме?". Было 2-3 шутки, которые вызвали у меня ухмылку, но всего-то их было в десяток раз больше, юмор зачастую очень детский, может, для детей 12-13 лет,но главное то, что он не смешной. Второй час фильма я просто пускал слюну от скуки.
Итог: Вторая часть в разы лучше, а эта, скажем так, проба пера.… Expand

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AaronDWassermanJun 26, 2015

I don't get the love for this movie? it was decent, nothing exceptional. Kinda a boring movie to be honest. I've seen better, I've seen worse. not one of Marvel's better films.

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SquintyReviewsSep 18, 2015

Good visuals, funny scenes, with Rocket and Groot as the only interesting characters (apparently the filmmakers knew which ones would be the most marketable, thus development went mostly there), the story was generic and lacking, though thereGood visuals, funny scenes, with Rocket and Groot as the only interesting characters (apparently the filmmakers knew which ones would be the most marketable, thus development went mostly there), the story was generic and lacking, though there were some good action scenes.… Expand

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ReikoHanabaraMay 3, 2017

The actors are good, the story is good, I really loved all the characters building they made. The pop culture references made by Starlord got a bit on my nerves tho.
All inall, it's an entertaining Marvel movie, same recipe, nothing ground-breaking.

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Sosmooth1982May 23, 2023

A good nerd flick for the geeks! At least this one has some humor. My daughter loves Groot.

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DalekAug 7, 2014

Not a bad film, some funny moments, great cast choice and good acting. A few boring clichés, standard CGI. I liked the film, I enjoyed it. But it doesn't really stand out as its similar to other films that get pushed out nowadays. Although INot a bad film, some funny moments, great cast choice and good acting. A few boring clichés, standard CGI. I liked the film, I enjoyed it. But it doesn't really stand out as its similar to other films that get pushed out nowadays. Although I will say it picks a weird balance between a comedic and serious effect here and there. But it's still worth watching.… Expand

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HomeCriticAug 27, 2014

"Guardians of the Galaxy" is a glorified mess of a film. It's not particularly bad, but it is a very flawed movie. The main reason would be the fact that the character interactions were mainly exposition. It's like a stuck record - they"Guardians of the Galaxy" is a glorified mess of a film. It's not particularly bad, but it is a very flawed movie. The main reason would be the fact that the character interactions were mainly exposition. It's like a stuck record - they either tell their past stories or explain the plot, or constantly bash your head with reasons why they do or will do the things they do. In short - sloppy character writing that relies on exposition way too much.
Second problem is the plot, that really doesn't have much of themes or ideas behind it. It felt like it was to further up the Thanos plot line. It all revolves around the mystical relic that everyone wants. That's it.
Lastly, its saving grace was supposed to be its light-hearted humor. I expected it to be something similar to more subtle humor in previous Marvel installments (for example: Iron Man, Iron Man 3, Thor: The Dark World and Captain America: The Winter Soldier) however this time the humor to me was way weaker, because of its abundance. It wasn't subtle and it relied more on specific character traits, pop culture references and easily noticeable formulas. It stuck to a few places, but ultimately fell flat.
In the end, the film wasn't a waste of my time, but I left the theater unimpressed.… Expand

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PatuleiaDec 12, 2014

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Guardians of the Galaxy, o Star Wars wannabe
Os meus receios confirmaram-se, o Guardians of the Galaxy (2014) não passa de um reles Star Wars wannabe.

Como é meu hábito eu não vi o trailer do filme e mantive-me longe das reviews do mesmo para manter as minhas expectativas neutras. Ainda assim nos dias de hoje é quase impossível não ouvir sound bites de um blockbuster desta envergadura e fui reparando que as opiniões da malta que sigo nas redes sociais estava um pouco dividida.

Há duas coisas que, mesmo que eu não queira, acabam por pesar na minha análise a este filme, eu sou um grande fã dos filmes da saga Star Wars e estou cada vez mais farto de filmes de superheróis (Marvel / DC Comics). Ainda assim tentei abstrair-me destes factos e ser justo com o filme.

Começando pelo realizador e argumentista, James Gunn, quem perguntei eu?
Só depois de ter visto o filme é que fui pesquisar sobre ele e o seu currículo não é nada de especial, de assinalar que escreveu os Scobby-Doo’s e o Dawn of the Dead (2004), filmes esses que não me impressionaram nadinha, tal como este Guardians of the Galaxy.

Quanto à banda sonora, o realizador deu-lhe bastante ênfase na história e é basicamente constituída por músicas dos anos 60 e 70. Reconheci boa parte das músicas mas a única de que realmente gosto é a Cherry Bomb das The Runaways. Eu até gosto de filmes com este tipo de banda sonora, mas na minha opinião aqui não funcionou muito bem.

No que toca ao elenco, mais um ponto negativo, faltou ali muita química entre as personagens principais, principalmente no romance entre o Peter Quill e a Gamora.
• Chris Pratt como Peter Quill — Quem?
• Zoe Saldanha como Gamora — Podiam ter escolhido uma actriz mais talentosa ou mais bonita, ou se calhar os dois.
• Vin Diesel como Groot — I am Groot.
• Dave Bautista como Drax — I am muscle.
• Bradley Cooper como Rocket — A personagem de que gostei mais.

Já o argumento também não me cativou muito, uma história como tantas outras com os clichés do costume. O humor está presente ao longo do filme e as piadas são fáceis, fáceis demais na minha opinião. No que toca ao romance como já disse anteriormente, não existe nenhuma química entre o Quill e a Gamora. Gostava que este filme tivesse sido um pouco mais aliciante para os meus neurónios, este Guardians of the Galaxy é tipo fast food, dá-nos aquela sensação de estômago cheio mas desprovido dos nutrientes essenciais.

Mas em tudo é mau neste filme, os efeitos especiais são de topo, do melhor que já vi, a animação do Rocket e do Groot são fantásticas, bem como as naves espaciais e as cenas no espaço. Tão bons que quase que me fizeram querer que todo o filme fosse uma animação, embora aqui também pese bastante o facto do elenco ser fraco.

Comecei este texto dizendo que o Guardians of the Galaxy é um reles Star Wars wannabe, então porquê?
Sendo eu um fanboy de Star Wars, não pude deixar de reparar em inúmeros paralelismos com este filme. O Groot é claramente o Chewbacca, é grande, castanho e não diz nada de especial. No Peter Quill e no Rocket vejo ali muito de Han Solo e Luke Skywalker divididos pelas duas personagens. Nos maus da fita idem, o Ronan é o Darth Vader e o Thanos é o Imperador Palpatine.
Se calhar o comum dos mortais não vê muito de Star Wars neste Guardians of the Galaxy, mas para alguém como eu que conhece muito bem a saga Star Wars vai reparar que o realizador foi buscar muita inspiração à obra do George Lucas, não é que isso seja uma coisa má, apenas que o podia ter feito para tornar o filme melhor e não o conseguiu.

Para finalizar, o Guardians of the Galaxy não é um filme reles, apenas o é quando comparando com Star Wars, mas também não é um filme fantástico como se vê por aí tanta gente a dizer. De salientar que não penalizei a nota final deste filme apenas porque o achei idêntico ao Star Wars, simplesmente não me cativou nada.
Esperava um pouco mais deste filme e acabei ficando bastante desiludido.

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krainertAug 3, 2014

The good things: Interesting characters, some humorous moments.
The bad things: Shallow character development, cliche plot, mostly childish humor.
When I watched this, I had never read the comics, and I honestly didn't know what to expect,The good things: Interesting characters, some humorous moments.
The bad things: Shallow character development, cliche plot, mostly childish humor.
When I watched this, I had never read the comics, and I honestly didn't know what to expect, except I assumed from the poster that it would be Star Wars-esque if a bit more comics-inspired. Instead, you should probably consider it a family-oriented sci-fi action-comedy with hints of adventure.… Expand

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nongameFeb 20, 2023

A promising cast and story is let down by weird flourishes of humour. Any build up of drama in the world ending climax of the film is lost because the resolution to that conflict is and you won't believe this, a dance off.

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TyranianApr 12, 2019

Visually epic and a number of laughs but really difficult to care about the characters when they're all constant joke-machines. And terrible villain.

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OrangeknockoutAug 2, 2014

I guess im one of the few people who didn't enjoy this movie. first of all the comedy in this movie fails; maybe im not into this kind of humor, but the comedy failed terribly for me. the comedy in this movie is the kind of comedy where youI guess im one of the few people who didn't enjoy this movie. first of all the comedy in this movie fails; maybe im not into this kind of humor, but the comedy failed terribly for me. the comedy in this movie is the kind of comedy where you feel like you gotta force yourself to laugh to make the attempted joke funny. the audience is laughing.... OH WELLL I GUESS THIS IS MY CUE TO START LAUGHING SINCE EVERYBODY ELSE IS LAUGHING. it got to the point where people were laughing and snickering at every tidbit in the movie, cause they thought that part was supposed to be a cue for the audience to laugh. nobody knew what was and what wasn't supposed to be funny!

I guess I could call the humor in this movie DRY HUMOR cause the jokes are executed with a lack of exaggeration, and dry humor doesn't make me laugh out loud. dry humor just tells my mind that im supposed to be laughing at something.

and that's what this movie fails at ultimately. this movie is a **** joke! never once was I worried about these evil guys destroying and taking over the galaxy! I was never worried! I was never at the edge of my seat! the movie didn't fill me with intensity and epic feelings! I couldn't because everybody was too busy laughing at each other and making a joke out of everything! soooo I wasn't laughing, I wasn't at the edge of seat in intensity, this movie just fails all around!

the only good part of this movie was the somewhat epic ending with the bad guy, but even that got ruined with an attempted funny joke. the ending battle did get me laughing, cause it was so ridiculous you had to laugh. sooo this movie did make me genuinely laugh ONE TIME! but in doing so it ruined a totally epic battle that this movie had going at the time! soooo they sacrificed an epic final battle for a laugh. good choice director.

overall, special effects were amazing, the only good thing about this movie. some touching moments here and there, a somewhat epic final battle, and you got yourselves a satisfactory, mediocre, marvel movie. lol goddamn marvel movies have been going downhill lately. seriously I would only watch this if you got nothing else to do on the weekend, but im pretty sure you can find things to do a lot better than this average film lol… Expand

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CalvinCrackAug 13, 2014

not 5 stars, 5 / 10. wait for video because the movie isn't enough of a spectacle that something will get lost on the small screen. in fact, a lot of it plays like a very high quality episode of a TV show. if this was a tv show, i mightnot 5 stars, 5 / 10. wait for video because the movie isn't enough of a spectacle that something will get lost on the small screen. in fact, a lot of it plays like a very high quality episode of a TV show. if this was a tv show, i might have been into it. But as a film, i'ts a bit repetitive and doesn't arc very well start to finish. all the stuff that makes it feel like a "movie" seems shoehorned in, which is why you have a 3rd act which races up on you once you get there, and all of a sudden you're thrust into an epic battle that you don't really care about. "Guardians" values jokes over drama, and it's not funny enough to get away with it.… Expand

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sanyrubJan 25, 2015

Guardians of the Galaxy is a movie made for all types of audiences (especially children) and it´s entertaining and kind of fresh. However, the plot is once again generic, there is nothing special that makes it get into your brain and stayGuardians of the Galaxy is a movie made for all types of audiences (especially children) and it´s entertaining and kind of fresh. However, the plot is once again generic, there is nothing special that makes it get into your brain and stay with you (no special acting, no special score, nothing not seen before). It is also too cheesy for adults. Weak villian and motives, many of the characters are very uninteresting. Good points are that it is well paced and it is better than most Marvel movies (that does not mean much though). A film with so many basic elements should never get scores like 8 or 9 out of 10 like the ones I´m seeing here. There are many better blockbusters released in 2014.… Expand

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franissavioAug 18, 2014

Unbelievable with positive reviews from critics and users. For me this movie was messed up with same old super-hero Marvel story. There was no real villain and that one was weak. What fancied me was the walking tree, 'I am Groot' and Yondo'sUnbelievable with positive reviews from critics and users. For me this movie was messed up with same old super-hero Marvel story. There was no real villain and that one was weak. What fancied me was the walking tree, 'I am Groot' and Yondo's whistling arrow. To sum up this was an average action flick. OMG, sequel is already in production.… Expand

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raporgiOct 5, 2014

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Extremely shallow adaptation of Dan Abnett Gotg. Helmed by Scooby Doo director under the uncompromising guidance of Kevin Feige. This movie is nothing more than a bunch of sitcom skits strung together by a forgettable plot involving another cosmic item. Ronan is as forgettable as the Dark Elf guy from thor 2. The final battle that ends with a dance number and human/oid chain holding of hands is just the kind of crappy stupid dreck that's slowly been working its way into the Marvel phase 2 movies. There are no real stakes or feeling of danger as everything is wrapped neatly for the convenience of the stupid masses of fanboys who will flock to this movie and eagerly swallow whatever Marvel Studios sees fit to **** out nowadays.… Expand

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ffilmgeekAug 4, 2014

Where do I begin with "GOTG"? Don't you hate it when the whole world is caught up in a cultural moment, where everything just seems right with a movie, and you just don't feel it? Maybe I'm jaded, maybe I'm out of the times, or maybe I justWhere do I begin with "GOTG"? Don't you hate it when the whole world is caught up in a cultural moment, where everything just seems right with a movie, and you just don't feel it? Maybe I'm jaded, maybe I'm out of the times, or maybe I just think entertainment needs to "earn it"a bit more. Everything here is certainly in earnest and yes I had some laughs, especially with Rocket Raccoon and Groot (who are so good, they should have their own trilogy), but the film felt empty, poorly scripted (especially for Pratt's Starlord, leaving him with little to do but be cute, which he oozes effortlessly) and just creatively bankrupt. In particular, the device of the walkman could have been brilliant, but the filmmakers lack originality in their music choices and simply coast on songs that have already had their massive cultural moment (in particular "Hooked on a Feeling" which all but belongs to Quentin Tarantino, not to mention momentous choices from "Boyz in the Hood" and a PSH scene from "Almost Famous"). It would be one thing if Gunn was either 80 years old, or 22, but Gunn came of age with these other films (I'm assuming he's seen these touchstones) so his borrowing feels much more like laziness than homage.

I am also shocked that the filmmakers were unable to make Zoe Saldana, one of Hollywood's most stunningly beautiful actresses look good. Honestly, their makeup made her almost unattractive. And this is someone who blew people away in BLUE makeup and cat eyes in "Avatar", and is incredibly sexy in the 2 recent Star Trek films (where she at least had a chance to appear in her natural pigment). Fortunately she brings gravitas to an almost thankless role (except the enormous residuals), thankless because the writers seem to forget about her until she is convenient.
Mostly this is a caper that spends a great deal of time with bickering, and highlighting ways in which Pratt's character is an unredeemable jackass to just about everyone he's ever met including his dying mother, some unfortunate little alien flying creatures, his father figure Yondu (Micahael Rooker).

And once again, this is a movie where the film's funniest sequence is all but ruined by the trailer. I was bored watching the characters' introductions as previously seen in the trailer because, yep, seen it already, and it was funnier in the trailer because it had tighter editing.

As I said, there are so many problems I didn't know where to begin. I'll stop here. Go see GOTG. Enjoy it's moment. I'm sorry it somehow escaped me.… Expand

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Brent_MarchantAug 9, 2014

Not even impressive special effects and sporadic laughs can save this incredibly mediocre offering, whose hype is ultimately more substantial than its story or characters. Given some of the summer's other (and much better) action-adventureNot even impressive special effects and sporadic laughs can save this incredibly mediocre offering, whose hype is ultimately more substantial than its story or characters. Given some of the summer's other (and much better) action-adventure releases, I'm at a loss to understand why this picture has drawn such a huge and undeserved response (unless it's because there's nothing else new out there, and this is the best option available).… Expand

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stealthbladeAug 4, 2014

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Don't go in believing the hype. Worth a matinee pricetag but not the blockbuster hollywood so desperately wants us to believe it is and clearly needs this summer (the worst hollywood summer season in years.)

The heroes of the movie consist of a talking raccoon, a green woman assassin, a muscle bound mercenary, a talking tree and a funny human front man. The movie seemed to be confused on whether they wanted to make a a superhero film for the kids, a serious film targeting adults, or a rom-com teenager film. It felt like the movie never settled in to a theme and about a dozen times I found myself thinking "that was out of place."

For example, the main hero, played by Chris Pratt, starts off the journey on an abandoned planet where he turns on his 80's walkman, dancing and using the native lizard creatures for microphones to find an orb to make some coin from a collector. Its very fun, light and seems like a great movie that even the kids can come to. It then bounces towards the middle of the movie where the drunken raccoon "rocket" breaks down over his history, saying he didn't want to be created and at one point even tells his co-hero that he doesn't care that he lost his wife and daughter, in a move that probably sounded better written than they pulled off on film. Then add in and awkwardly long flip off scene from the main hero to the camera, an awkward blacklight "sperm joke, and finishing the movie with a "We're the guardians of the galaxy, **** punchline.

I did find myself however enjoying the special effects and was surprisingly impressed by the acting from a tree, raccoon and former WWE wrestler.

Worth seeing once, but it could definitely have done without all the hype.… Expand

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Sketch987Sep 18, 2014

Meh. It was okay. The biggest problem with this movie is that it couldn't really decide what it wanted to be, so it didn't wind up as much of anything. It wasn't funny enough to be a real comedy, or exciting enough to be an action film, orMeh. It was okay. The biggest problem with this movie is that it couldn't really decide what it wanted to be, so it didn't wind up as much of anything. It wasn't funny enough to be a real comedy, or exciting enough to be an action film, or smart enough to be a drama, etc. etc. Another issue was that the two computer rendered characters - Rocket Racoon and Groot - stole every scene from the bland/irritating human ones, especially given a highly underwhelming performance by the actors. Last but not least the movie is incessantly peppered with songs that are highly dependent on taste - if you liked them then they probably picked up the film. If you didn't then it just made it all the more tiresome. Ultimately I wouldn't recommend Guardians of the Galaxy, though I suppose it might be okay for a Tuesday showing at a cheap theater.… Expand

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sabertooth70Oct 9, 2014

I did not like the movie that well. the guardians of the galaxy were a whole lot different in the comics than in the movies. I needed to be a movie writer.

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VirtualHarrisonApr 4, 2015

Ugh, get your pitchforks and torches out and get ready to find me and burn my house down but I thought this movie was just...okay. Don't get me wrong, it has it's funny moments like the 'pelvic sorcery' line got a good laugh out of me. ButUgh, get your pitchforks and torches out and get ready to find me and burn my house down but I thought this movie was just...okay. Don't get me wrong, it has it's funny moments like the 'pelvic sorcery' line got a good laugh out of me. But other than that all the humor seems to try and force it's way in rather than flowing naturally. A lot of the jokes either make me chuckle very slightly or just fall flat altogether and that's not what I expected. Every time someone told me about this movie they told me how funny it was, how smart it was, and how much fun it was, and it's possible that I had too high expectations before I watched it but even then it still was just decent. Now, I can't really comment on the characters as I haven't read the comic books and don't know how they were written but my god are they boring. Seriously, I enjoyed Bradley Cooper as Rocket but everyone else was so boring! Yes, even Groot! And the story was so rushed I watched it 2 days ago and I barely remember what happened. Also, spoiler alert here but the ending was SO cliche that it was just sad. And the beginning 5 minutes of the movie was just to serve a means to the end of the movie, nothing else. Overall, I don't think this is the worst movie I've seen but it's definitely overrated as hell and shouldn't be praised as much as it should. There, now come and kill me internet for not liking this movie.… Expand

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darkbloodshed13May 5, 2015

This movie tries to be light compared to the dark films of today but just comes off as boring at times. Also this movie lacks an identity. At times it tries to be funny but other times it tries to be an action movie. Add that to the fact thatThis movie tries to be light compared to the dark films of today but just comes off as boring at times. Also this movie lacks an identity. At times it tries to be funny but other times it tries to be an action movie. Add that to the fact that most of the characters aren't that interesting. That manly because the movie doesn't divide it's time well among the characters, instead the movie mainly on one character Star lord, who is arguably the biggest ass in the movie. The only character I like in this movie would be Groot who can't speak but can convey the most emotion. The other characters we learn vary little about. But the worst part is the villain who is not given a back story for us to understand, all we get is he wants to kill a race of people for some reason that is not explained. In conclusion if your looking for a good comic book movie then go watch Thor into Dark World, it's way better than this pile of crap.… Expand

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night4Mar 13, 2017

I was having a difficult time articulating why I didn't love this movie until I read somewhere that: "humor is used to diffuse tension that isn't there in the first place." It PERFECTLY sums up this movie.

Unfortunately, the humor is alsoI was having a difficult time articulating why I didn't love this movie until I read somewhere that: "humor is used to diffuse tension that isn't there in the first place." It PERFECTLY sums up this movie.

Unfortunately, the humor is also overused on top of being misused, which makes it an even more obvious, glaring mistake.

The only things that save the movie are decent acting/voice acting and decent special effects in the end battle.… Expand

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GorbaxDec 2, 2017

Guardians Of The Galaxy is a something that could have been a solid film, but is doomed to mediocrity, its solid visual style contrasted by a shockingly bland narrative. Guardians and it's proponents think of its as a breath of fresh air whenGuardians Of The Galaxy is a something that could have been a solid film, but is doomed to mediocrity, its solid visual style contrasted by a shockingly bland narrative. Guardians and it's proponents think of its as a breath of fresh air when it really amounts to a low effort and unoriginal marvel film… Expand

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Miles_SDec 3, 2017

Guardians Of The Galaxy is a something that could have been a solid film, but is doomed to mediocrity, its solid visual style contrasted by a shockingly bland narrative. Guardians and it's proponents think of its as a breath of fresh air whenGuardians Of The Galaxy is a something that could have been a solid film, but is doomed to mediocrity, its solid visual style contrasted by a shockingly bland narrative. Guardians and it's proponents think of its as a breath of fresh air when it really amounts to a low effort and unoriginal marvel film.… Expand

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annbdMar 24, 2018

Visually stunning movie, astonishing worlds, great effects and also amazing make ups. But the script was bad. Honestly, I don't like that superhero movies, they are simply identical and cliche for me. That's why I admit I haven't watched manyVisually stunning movie, astonishing worlds, great effects and also amazing make ups. But the script was bad. Honestly, I don't like that superhero movies, they are simply identical and cliche for me. That's why I admit I haven't watched many movies with that superhero **** boring stories. That one I decided to give a try, because of the goddamn cute Grud. And the whole time he was the only reason I didn't stopped the movie in the middle. Also, Chris Pratt was very annoying. :) Anyways, boring story, terribly boring script, annoying man-character and cute treeish creature! For me, waste of time.… Expand

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amheretojudgeApr 10, 2019

Gunn and Pratt sticks out a branch in this infamous franchise that has the essence of friendship in its root.

Guardians Of The Galaxy Gunn has made a family drama. This space isn't filled with pew-pew guns anymore- not technically!- itGunn and Pratt sticks out a branch in this infamous franchise that has the essence of friendship in its root.

Guardians Of The Galaxy

Gunn has made a family drama. This space isn't filled with pew-pew guns anymore- not technically!- it focuses on gritty 1-0-1 textbook drama that ought to warm you in this train of cold superhero blockbusters. James Gunn, the co-writer and director, of this surprise entry in the MCU world is every bit of fun as it doesn't sound. With new writers, director, actors and probably the least familiar characters of Marvel, this franchise has managed to work on merit and as they claim it, an "awesome" soundtrack. Gunn's film is filled with pop songs, his passion for music drives the script for the most part of it, in fact you can filter out those moments, some might call it an unpolished or unfinished job I'd like to call it an homage to "the greatest movie ever" Footloose.

Chris Pratt as the "Star-Lord"- a heartwarming name that has its own arc- is as good as the butt of the joke is, in a sketch show. He can never carry the whole show, yet the act would be incompetent without him and his major support and Gunn's trump card, is a raccoon voiced by Bradley Cooper. Not only has the character an appropriate depth that any writer would die to have for, but with three dimensional perspective on his views that he shares through a dogmatic edgy humor in his vocab, "you are making me beat up grass.." he remains light headed with a deep voice.

Zoe Saldana never gets to complete her purpose or justify her existence contrary to what her performance says, and so does fall Dave Bautista under that section along with heart swooning Vin Diesel as Groot whose predictability is a double edge sword. Guardians Of The Galaxy is fast with a killer track that makes your feet groove with banal sense of humor and its approach to the sincerest plot points, are they ingenious or game-changing, I think it doesn't matter.… Expand

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gfnyAug 10, 2014

I was disappointed the movie is nothing like the trailer. A lot of things blowing up and crashing for 2 hours. Boring movie and repetitive. Only the NY Post reviewer gave it the low rating it deserved.

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AndresitoooDec 18, 2014

I don't see how so many found this to be marvels best. It shows way to much how Disney has gotten to involved with Marvel Universe. It was to quirky and felt more like a family movie instead of an action adventure. The bad guy was lame feltI don't see how so many found this to be marvels best. It shows way to much how Disney has gotten to involved with Marvel Universe. It was to quirky and felt more like a family movie instead of an action adventure. The bad guy was lame felt it was to forced didn't really get a psychopath or troubled villain with a dark past (I mean look at the complexity of the dark knight and even some spiderman series movies). I never felt that edge of seat thing I've had with previous Marvel movies. The story was bland there were no twists or surprises no real character development or REAL back stories just, "hey I'm 'this marvel guy' OK lets move story along and show off our quirky personalities and punch lines". Altogether I can't give this more than a 4. If I could compare the movie to food I'd set it at microwaveable pizza (what comes to mind) u get from grocery store not terrible but nothing special.… Expand

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NikolayGDec 5, 2014

Ummm. No. This movie actually isn't much good. Way too many effects overload the story until at times the screen is a virtual moving abstract painting hardly making any visual sense at all. The tongue in cheek cuteness is way too selfUmmm. No. This movie actually isn't much good. Way too many effects overload the story until at times the screen is a virtual moving abstract painting hardly making any visual sense at all. The tongue in cheek cuteness is way too self conscious. Zoe looked great in blue in Avatar, but covered in green in many of the shots she looks unattractive, which is something I never thought I would say about her. She's always been the sexiest actress around in my book. The story is your average save the world from a weapon of mass destruction plot, where the bad guy has absolutely no motive for being destructive. Maybe once it becomes available for a few bucks it might be worth a casual viewing from the corner of your eye when you're doing something else, but as I write this it's only downloadable for $20, and it is definitely not worth that.

I have to add something about the reviews posted here. In more than one review, a poster criticized the "dialogs" in the movie. There is no such word as "dialogs." The plural of dialog, is dialog. Just like the word "fish." And the better spelling is "dialogue." And I will agree, there was a lot of bad dialogue in the movie. But there were no "dialogs."… Expand

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starmarx39Dec 19, 2016

Creative designs, some witty jokes and a stellar licensed soundtrack are left trying to tread water with a bland main plot, strange alien accents that lead to awkward performances, weirdly childish comic relief and sprinkled throughout theCreative designs, some witty jokes and a stellar licensed soundtrack are left trying to tread water with a bland main plot, strange alien accents that lead to awkward performances, weirdly childish comic relief and sprinkled throughout the picture little enjoyable scenes that remind you of what could have been.

High hopes for the sequel, there are some really clever ideas in here that, on second attempt might just be great. That said, if your group contains nobody under the age of say, 15 I can't really recommend this two hour long Saturday morning cartoon. Better to watch Deadpool, Iron Man, or possibly The Avengers for your Marvel movie night.… Expand

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YanLCAug 9, 2014

Guardians of The Galaxy. 4/10. Generic, predictable, overall boring for those reasons, nothing new in terms of action. The 4 in my note is pretty much for the music and the Starlord character. Apart for that, not worth your money.

After 6Guardians of The Galaxy. 4/10. Generic, predictable, overall boring for those reasons, nothing new in terms of action. The 4 in my note is pretty much for the music and the Starlord character. Apart for that, not worth your money.

After 6 horrible movies in a row (Avengers, Iron Man 3, Thor 2, Cap America 2, X-Men Days of Future Past, Guardians of the Galaxy), it is safe to say Disney has officially ruined Marvel. Done seeing their movies at the cinema.

No, The Amazing Spider Man 2 is not part of the list because it is produced by Sony. That was the only good Marvel movie since Iron Man 1.… Expand

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TheThesaurusAug 4, 2014

I dunno about this movie... the boys really wanted to see it but i was a little confused the hole time. They said it was a superhero like batman and spiderman but i found it abit hard to believe this was a disney movie and by the same guysI dunno about this movie... the boys really wanted to see it but i was a little confused the hole time. They said it was a superhero like batman and spiderman but i found it abit hard to believe this was a disney movie and by the same guys who had made hook (one of my all time favrite movies BTW).... i don't even thinks this counts as a super hero film because they made the charactors up FOR this film...
i gotta say this was a film for the KIDS not like adults... but i gotta say too that the enlarged hampster charactor was NOT for kids

i'd give the movie a 4 but at least the boys liked it so if yoiu have a couple of teens lying around take them to see it.… Expand

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SpyanAug 15, 2014

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Ok this one is for all you retarded, ignorant and annoying fanboys out there that are so used to lying to themselves that marvel and superhero (no capital letters thank you very much) movies aren't useless pieces of boring **** and actually good that when they finally see a MERE AVERAGE movie they spray their pants and go "OMG BEST MOVIE EVEERRRR".

Look, if morons like the guys who rate GotG 10 have never seen a genuinely good film it's your goddamn problem but stop pretending you actually know anything about cinema and get the **** off metacritic.

GOTG : the review :
The good : the 5 main characters are visually interesting. There are some REAL actors in this movie (Rooker, Riley, Close, Deltoro), unfortunately they share 5 minutes of screen time. A couple of original situations and jokes that rise above the usual mediocrity I've grown accustomed (and fed up with) to when it comes to superhero movies. The dialogs are a lot better than your usual retarded and overused lines nowadays blockbusters vomit in our ears. Also it's a space opera and not a superhero movie. That's about it.

The very bad : was sold as a new and fresh approach to comic book films, ends up being the usual pile of redundant clichés and thrash that has been thrown to our faces since the last 10 years. tries to have a hardcore edge but being a disney film (including a line that uses the word "whore". Yup, a disney film), that vibe gets quickly kicked in the nuts. So why even try being hardcore in the first place?

Apart from a couple of scenes, there is absolutely nothing new with this movie. You have your mandatory space dogfight, confusing brawl, escape from prison scene, all the usual bull****, shot as unoriginally as possible. Formulaic, boring, predictable from beginning to end. The plot is three sentences long. The main cast sucks, Pratt is useless and transparent and that hack Cooper tries to play it mob gangster (I heard he was going for Joe Pesci in Goodfellas. PESCI IN GOODFELLAS, can you believe the nerve on this ****ing guy??), but fails miserably because he has no acting talent whatsoever and becomes incredibly annoying in about 15 minutes.

Saldana is useless and all the characters are so clichéd, generic and poorly written or fleshed out that you quickly don't give a **** about what happens to them. And shoutout to Vin Diesel and his - wait for it- SINGLE LINE OF DIALOG. Talk about acting skills.
The space dogfight scenes look like ATTACK OF THE ****ING CLONES. Didn't everyone hate that movie? Could you be honest with yourselves just a minute and acknowledge that GotG isn't really better? Not to mention the last half hour is a ripoff of Return of the Jedi. Call it a "tribute", I call this a ripoff.
The humor works on a 10/2 ratio : 10 jokes, two giggles (not LAUGHS). I could go on and on and on but I'm getting fed up writing about this turkey.

Final words : geekboys, NO MOVIE DESERVES 0 or 10. Go and learn how to ****ing grade. A movie deserves 10 if it can resurrect the dead. Since this never happened, stick to 8 as being the absolute top grade, and adjust your ratings accordingly. When you rate a movie 10 or 0, you're just screaming I'M A TEENAGE ****ING IDIOT THAT HAS NO CLUE TO WHAT I'M TALKING ABOUT. Furthermore by doing this you are ****ing up the rating system, and trhanks to that a metacritic ratings now means **** ALL.
That being said GotG rises 5 inches above the usual boring and retarded nonsense contemporary blockbuster's average quality thanks to a couple of funny dialogs and a second degree approach that merely saves the day.
Otherwise it's just your same old, same old bull**** script that has been done a thousand times before and will be done a thousand times again. Until you ****ing retarded idiots pull your heads out of your asses and start asking for actual quality productions instead of being spoon fed the usual atrocious insults to intelligence that hollywood execs enjoy shoving down your throats in exchange for your precious dollars.

Most of all leave the ratings to people who know something about good movies and have an IQ superior to 65. Nighty night retarded kiddies, time to go to bed.… Expand

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Eilidh2Aug 13, 2014

There were some funny lines and amusing performances, but overall it was noisy, incoherent, everything was thrown at the screen (including the kitchen sink). Obviously, Marvel views its audience as a bunch of 10 year olds (probably is, too)There were some funny lines and amusing performances, but overall it was noisy, incoherent, everything was thrown at the screen (including the kitchen sink). Obviously, Marvel views its audience as a bunch of 10 year olds (probably is, too) whose attention can only be maintained if something explodes every 30 seconds. After an hour, it gets incredibly boring.… Expand

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pedvieAug 23, 2014

I'm old enough to remember the dawn of good sci-fi movies...when technology caught up to make otherworldly scenes not appear so ridiculous amidst good story lines and interesting characters. Fast forward to present day, when technology makesI'm old enough to remember the dawn of good sci-fi movies...when technology caught up to make otherworldly scenes not appear so ridiculous amidst good story lines and interesting characters. Fast forward to present day, when technology makes even the ludicrous appear real, yet somehow we get dialogue written by high schoolers for grade schoolers narrating a plot that has been retreated so many damn times I'm surprised congress hasn't enacted a law against it. If it weren't for the pre-existing weirdos from the Marvel Universe this movie script would be sitting on some producer's desk hoping to make the cut for the SciFi channel.

Here's what you get - a few somewhat entertaining moments (most of which have been released in the trailers) and the slightest bit of suspense as to what nonsense will be used to bridge the next gaping hole in the plot. Oh...and you get to watch what powers these uncharacteristic heroes can use.

Can you tell I'm peeved?! Mostly because I waited to watch one of these summer blockbusters with a pretty good Metacritic score...lot of good that did. This move has very few redeeming qualities. Dumb ass lines, same old same old plot and day time soap opera like emotional autism. It holds your attention much like a three ring circus with a bunch of fools, jugglers and lion tamers would. But I'm afraid to say it has far less density.… Expand

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henrys778Apr 28, 2015

Not as exciting as it thinks it is. Just an uninteresting clone of star wars. didn't find it funny at all. It was also highly predictable.There were better movies available.

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AbeMCMay 30, 2018

Cheap and cheesy. The plot is a mess; so much happens with no explanation, and very little of the humor made me laugh. "Starlord" tries to be a younger, hipper Mal Reynolds, but is instead awkward and stupid. Drax is one-dimensional. GamoraCheap and cheesy. The plot is a mess; so much happens with no explanation, and very little of the humor made me laugh. "Starlord" tries to be a younger, hipper Mal Reynolds, but is instead awkward and stupid. Drax is one-dimensional. Gamora has sister issues we've seen a thousand times before. And frequent insertion of "oldies" music tries to make the action sequences light and fun, but instead is just annoying. When viewed in tandem with Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2, Guardians of the Galaxy makes a lot more sense. Viewed by itself, there is too much randomness, too many unanswered questions - making it the worst Marvel movie to date. That's still better than many action-adventure-fantasy movies out there, but it is a rare mis-step for Marvel.… Expand

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noob328Dec 8, 2020

this film is really overrated. the soundtrack was good but that's all. the humor was forced like ragnarok

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dysonluDec 29, 2014

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It is totally beyond me why this movie got such good reviews and ratings. I guess now I believe in the saying that the masses generally have bad taste. The simplest of storeline with moronic dialogues (I mean even for a comedy; they are not even trying), a list of most cliché of "jokes" and a complete lack of chemistry between characters. That's what this movie is about. If you were looking for even the faintest clue that this movie was produced for intelligent beings, you won't find it. I wonder if the people who enjoyed this movie let the eye candies, the light show and the explosions capture them and put them into a trance where their brain is completely shut off. Does the masse love "cheesiness" and cliché that much? Do they no longer wish to find even the tiniest bits of wit or originality in humour? Do they even still know how to appreciate such a thing? One of many examples illustrating the lazy juvenile writing of this movie : Girl waits for guy at entrance of a pawn shop (or whatever) and gets him into a conversation. Guy juggles this precious object that pretty everyone wants to get their hands on. Girl snatches it from him and runs away on foot in broad daylight. I mean seriously. Don't they even try? And people accept this below mediocre work?

I'm glad I only digitally rented this movie. My girlfriend and I had enough of it half way through. I give 3 points for visual and sound effects and make-up. Everything else is a big zero.… Expand

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goribilliAug 11, 2014

A movie that's great for kids, and not much else.

I think the person who sat behind me in the theater said it best by snoring through 75% of Marvel's new summer let-down. For someone who has never read the comic, it is almost impossible toA movie that's great for kids, and not much else.

I think the person who sat behind me in the theater said it best by snoring through 75% of Marvel's new summer let-down. For someone who has never read the comic, it is almost impossible to understand any of the back story, let alone know very much at all about the main characters. A couple lines get dropped here and there to suggest, but leave only raised eyebrows and tilted heads for the uninitiated. The few laugh-out-loud moments were already in all the trailers, while the rest of the minutes were filled with sub-par action (think excessive CGI) and a paper-thin story. I think they were going for "space western" with this one, and they successfully ruined the genre. People who compare this to Star Wars make me feel old, because I find that to be incredibly insulting, and typical of the kids of modern day Hollywood (and I'm only 24.) Overhyped and underwhelming, it's not even worth having gone to the theater for, and I feel guilty for having my boyfriend take me.

By the way, the ending is like any episode of My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic; the protagonist is a pony princess and wins with the magic of friendship.… Expand

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CyberMurphOct 7, 2014

Behold! Every line of Bad Villain Dialogue in cinematic history: IN. ONE. FILM.
Behold! Lack of writing talent covered up by saturating the script with pop culture references!
Behold! A glowie blue MacGuffin! Behold! A special effectsBehold! Every line of Bad Villain Dialogue in cinematic history: IN. ONE. FILM.
Behold! Lack of writing talent covered up by saturating the script with pop culture references!
Behold! A glowie blue MacGuffin!
Behold! A special effects extravaganza that is not much to look at!
Behold! A script lacking direction, heart, wit, and sense!
Guardians of the Galaxy puts the "senseless" back into senseless fun.… Expand

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MrMovieBuffMar 13, 2015

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This film is full of one-dimensional characters, too much unfunny humor and a cliched plot. Director James Gunn clearly depended on jokes to entertain the audience. But what am I to say? This film managed to score 90% on Rotten Tomatoes, but for what? The villain is also the most forgettable villain in the history of comic book movies, the way they wrote him is so lazy, it's unintentionally hilarious.

'Guardians of the Galaxy' is a colossal misfire, one of the worst comic book movies I have ever seen, trying too hard to be something unique and fails miserably. This felt more like a "Star Wars" spoof than a comic book action movie.

Having said all of this, this film gets points for its actors and special effects. Chris Pratt, overflowing with charisma, plays Peter Quill aka "Star Lord" really well and will satisfy most fans. I found Rocket Raccoon (Bradley Cooper) and Groot (Vin Diesel) to be emotionally detached. The romance between Gamora (Zoe Saldana) and Drax (Dave Bautista), or Gamora and Star Lord felt forced and lacking chemistry.

The story is very cliche, and there is no struggle for any of the characters, when things did get serious, the Raccoon would say something ridiculous that made everyone, but me, burst out in laughter. If this film doesn't take itself seriously, why should I??? I can only give this film such a score...and 3 out of 10 is the best I can do.

I am not saying that this is the worst comic book film I've seen, that title belongs to 'Catwoman' (2004). But this film is far from being average, let alone great. If you ask me, I think the critics must have been drinking, or smoking some kind of odd drug before they reviewed this movie. Marvel stuck their middle finger up at me when I saw 'Iron Man 3' (2013), they treat me like a fool again with this.

I've seen this movie twice in the cinemas because everybody wanted to see it, all I know is...I was the only one in the group that did not want to buy it on DVD. I don't mean to sound cynical, I think I'll just stick to watching 'Captain America: The Winter Soldier' and 'X-Men: Days of Future Past' thank you.

Oh, and spoilers...what spoilers?? Nobody major even dies in this movie. There is one scene where Gamora is floating around in space and is assumed to be dead, but surprise surprise!!! She's ALIVE!!! What was the point of trying to leave the audience in the dark about that? Groot even dies, but he grows back to life, basically everybody you see in the movie poster remains alive in the entire movie.

Like I said, stick to Cap America 2 and X-Men: DOFP, better movies filled with cleaner action and self-aware humor that doesn't go too over the top.… Expand

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anaemicJan 6, 2015

Another dull slog of CGI, this time flanked by two jar-jar binks. The occasional funny one liner largely ruined by contrived sappy scenes and the end of every scene predictable in the worst way.

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CPD98Aug 6, 2014

La peor película de Marvel jamás hecha. No me reí en dos horas, los personajes son aburridos y carecen de interés, la trama, ¿a quién le importa la trama de esta peli?, los malos dan pena, joder, hasta las batallas con naves (que debería deLa peor película de Marvel jamás hecha. No me reí en dos horas, los personajes son aburridos y carecen de interés, la trama, ¿a quién le importa la trama de esta peli?, los malos dan pena, joder, hasta las batallas con naves (que debería de ser lo divertido) son aburridas. Solo la recomendaría a niños de 9-10 años o a gente muy muy friki. Darle mas de un 5 a esto debería ser un crimen.… Expand

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k9wazereDec 30, 2015

One of the worst films I've ever seen. I don't watch mindless dross on the SyFy channel because I take no delight in watching awful films. I sat down to watch this with high expectations because people had told me it was brilliant. It's notOne of the worst films I've ever seen. I don't watch mindless dross on the SyFy channel because I take no delight in watching awful films. I sat down to watch this with high expectations because people had told me it was brilliant. It's not brilliant. It's how I imagine those SyFy movies are. Loud, obnoxious, mindless... and boring. The "humour" on offer goes something like this... "I'm a tree. I'm a tree. I'm a tree." This is the only thing one character can say, and it is the punchline of several "jokes" throughout the movie. Joy.

There was no story to speak of. Character development was basically a guy saying "I'm a tree" a lot, oh I give up. I don't want to waste any more time thinking about this abomination of a movie.

If you like mindless nonsense, you'll love this. If you can stomach the **** on SyFy, or heaven forbid actually enjoy that kind of thing, go watch this.

"I'm a tree. I'm a tree. I'm a tree. I'm a tree. I'm a tree. I'm a tree." -GotG… Expand

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TEMP0Oct 7, 2020

This movie is a complete definition of what an overrated Sci-Fi movie is. The writing is filled with terrible attempts at humor and pop culture references, the villains are really linear, and the themes are super cliche. Most overrated MCU movie yet.

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