Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures | Release Date: August 1, 2014
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zombiechanAug 1, 2014
This movie has Rocket, that alone deserves 10/10. Also I've been waiting for them to make this movie my entire life. They pick great actors to portray the roles and the dialogue was clever and funny. If you are a Guardian of the Galaxy fan,This movie has Rocket, that alone deserves 10/10. Also I've been waiting for them to make this movie my entire life. They pick great actors to portray the roles and the dialogue was clever and funny. If you are a Guardian of the Galaxy fan, you will love this movie. Expand
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OrwAug 1, 2014
I just saw it. It had great characters, is highly original, well written and it's visually amazing. The best Marvel movie so far. Better than Iron-Man, Thor and even Captain America.
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hamiltos777Aug 1, 2014
Solid, tho not spectacular. Very enjoyable summer movie that may be even better upon second viewing - some of the wit is so subtle and quick I may have missed some. Not Marvel's finest movie (Sorry, Avengers is still tops for me) butSolid, tho not spectacular. Very enjoyable summer movie that may be even better upon second viewing - some of the wit is so subtle and quick I may have missed some. Not Marvel's finest movie (Sorry, Avengers is still tops for me) but certainly it's funniest. Leaves plenty on the table for a sequel. Easter egg made me feel pretty stupid for sitting thru the credits for it - and I think it was meant to. Expand
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AZDesertmanAug 1, 2014
Funniest Marvel movie yet! Great 80's sound track. Fast paced sci-fi a next gen Stars Wars with a great sense of self deprecating humor. Raccoon sarcasm coupled with a talking tree, an awesome, gorgeous green warrior fighter, a muscle boundFunniest Marvel movie yet! Great 80's sound track. Fast paced sci-fi a next gen Stars Wars with a great sense of self deprecating humor. Raccoon sarcasm coupled with a talking tree, an awesome, gorgeous green warrior fighter, a muscle bound beast of a man with a heart and no understanding of metaphors, together with a man-boy with a built in obscene gesture machine, flawed with a sad backstory; and destined to save the Galaxy. Villains galore, kudos Michael Rooker. Action packed, filled with laughs, the movie flies by. I must urge you to stay through the credits, because the end scene sets up the 2017 sequel which I wish was showing now! Go see it! If there is only one hilarious, clever sci-fi movie with great characters you will love to love and others you will love to hate, with fantastic FX and a Stan Lee cameo that you will this Summer then see Guardians of the Galaxy!!! Expand
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CybercoreCEOAug 1, 2014
There are very few movies that perfectly blends comedy, action, and wonder. As you watch the movie, you can be connected with the characters as they develop before your eyes. Each character, important or less, is developed with care and withThere are very few movies that perfectly blends comedy, action, and wonder. As you watch the movie, you can be connected with the characters as they develop before your eyes. Each character, important or less, is developed with care and with the right pacing. The comedy is well timed and easily understandable for most people. The universe is vast, but never overwhelming, allowing deep immersion. The tools, ships and beings can be connected to our world in a way that is both believable and imaginative. Most of all, the sound track is on cue, setting mode perfectly to the scene it is partnered with. This movie is a prime example of a good summer blockbuster. Expand
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cypheonuAug 1, 2014
anyone giving this movie a bad review is just very bitter about whatever marvel movie they disliked. this movie is 100% entertainment. from the very first scene you get what the movie is trying to do and it displays that flawlessly theanyone giving this movie a bad review is just very bitter about whatever marvel movie they disliked. this movie is 100% entertainment. from the very first scene you get what the movie is trying to do and it displays that flawlessly the soundtrack is amazing and fits every scene so well. best marvel movie to date. it will be hard to beat this one.

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GodzirraAug 1, 2014
This is the first movie since the original Star Wars that I actually wanted to stay in the theatre and watch a second time. Much like Star Wars this has the perfect mix of comedy, action and drama to keep all but the most jaded critics (NYThis is the first movie since the original Star Wars that I actually wanted to stay in the theatre and watch a second time. Much like Star Wars this has the perfect mix of comedy, action and drama to keep all but the most jaded critics (NY Post really?) entertained thoroughly. It is rare nowadays to watch a movie that will make you laugh out loud, get your heart pumping and have a tear in your eye. If you like to be entertained go see this movie. If you prefer to review artsy independent films that you will forget about in a week then stay at home. Expand
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SuperSJ4GokuAug 1, 2014
I love science fiction movies. I love Marvel movies. Although GoTG does not follow the marvel cosmic storylines to the letter I still found that this movie for the most part portrayed the spirit of all the characters involved and it didI love science fiction movies. I love Marvel movies. Although GoTG does not follow the marvel cosmic storylines to the letter I still found that this movie for the most part portrayed the spirit of all the characters involved and it did follow the comicline close enough. The movie was funny, hip, and at 2+ hrs it flew by very quickly. I enjoyed this movie more than Star Wars, Star Trek, Superman 1-4, Man of Steel. I even enjoyed this movie more than the original teenage ninja turtle movies and the back to the future movies. If there is one film that you MUST WATCH, GoTG is it. Go see it in IMAX 3d, then go watch it again for fun in normal. Im not even going to bother providing a movie synopsis, go see it yourself! Expand
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RoccosRantAug 1, 2014
Best Marvel movie to date, hands down. The pace movies along gingerly, the comedy is spot on, the action is always satisfying and the cinematography is beautiful. This movie is going to be the hit of the summer, heck, maybe the year. IBest Marvel movie to date, hands down. The pace movies along gingerly, the comedy is spot on, the action is always satisfying and the cinematography is beautiful. This movie is going to be the hit of the summer, heck, maybe the year. I honestly don't remember leaving a movie so satisfied and excited to see it again since I was a little kid and leaving Jurassic Park. It is truly an amazing movie, kudos to all involved in making it. Expand
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sammurphy66Aug 1, 2014
Irresistibly likeable and up-roaringly funny, Guardians of the Galaxy offers more emotional depth and better storytelling than most 'superhero' outings, and is probably Marvels best film to date.
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limerxAug 1, 2014
Guardians of the Galaxy is an epic movie! This blockbuster injects a great sense of humor that would definitely get you laughing, from Star-Lord's dancing to Rocket's sarcasm! This movie also features tons of action, let it be hand-to-hand,Guardians of the Galaxy is an epic movie! This blockbuster injects a great sense of humor that would definitely get you laughing, from Star-Lord's dancing to Rocket's sarcasm! This movie also features tons of action, let it be hand-to-hand, guns, or spaceships maneuvers. There is also a very touching moment with Groot, of all people. Overall, it's a movie very well done. All characters have their time to shine and the whole movie, just epic! Expand
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blackcowboyAug 1, 2014
This is the best Marvel movie ever made!!! The acting, effects, the story, drama, comedy, sadness, timing, music and overall feeling gets you hooked in to the movie. But if you want to get the most out of this movies you need to read a littleThis is the best Marvel movie ever made!!! The acting, effects, the story, drama, comedy, sadness, timing, music and overall feeling gets you hooked in to the movie. But if you want to get the most out of this movies you need to read a little bit about the characters and universe to help you see all the Easter-eggs in the movie. Plus the 3D is Great :-) 12 out of 10 stars :-D Expand
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RealMuthaFAug 1, 2014
Guardians of the Galaxy, predictably, turns out to be just another good (but not outstanding) quality blockbuster movie, with lots of passable action, absolutely flat plot and moderately funny jokes (this time around there's more focus on theGuardians of the Galaxy, predictably, turns out to be just another good (but not outstanding) quality blockbuster movie, with lots of passable action, absolutely flat plot and moderately funny jokes (this time around there's more focus on the jokes). I should also note that this movie has a great soundtrack comprised of many 70s hit songs.
The thing that's very uneven in GOTG are the characters. The protagonist team is mostly good - Chris Pratt fits the role of space Indiana Jones well (although sometimes being too childish), Dave Bautista (Drax) is surprisingly funny, the Racoon is alright (although constantly angry) and Groot with its big eyes is just cute. However, the character problem starts with Gamora, who is Zoe Saldana painted green. Not only her character is cliche, but also her looks are just ridiculous and terrible. Sadly, the same applies to many other characters in this film. The crowd, consisting of many "aliens" is really just a lot of painted people, which looks pretty damn stupid. What is more, the main antagonist suffers from the same issue. I'm sorry, but an ugly blue **** in a rubber suit with some black **** splattered around his face just doesn't seem too menacing to me.
Anyway, is it a good movie? Yep. Is it worth watching in a cinema? Pretty much, there's not too much competition now. But is it something outstanding, something memorable? Not really, just another quality blockbuster from Marvel, which shows despite the setting having been changed to outer space.
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JPG127Aug 1, 2014
This was an awesome movie. The effects were great and well used. The acting was good for the genre and the story had great pacing. I wasn't bored once throughout the movie. It was funny at appropriate times and was very different from theThis was an awesome movie. The effects were great and well used. The acting was good for the genre and the story had great pacing. I wasn't bored once throughout the movie. It was funny at appropriate times and was very different from the other Marvel movies. Unless you don't like sci fi or Marvel movies, go see this movie. My only real issue was the end credit scene. No spoilers, it was not worth it. Expand
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cmoyanoAug 1, 2014
Dont believe the reviews, this movie is WAY better than a 77. Its my new favorite marvel movie. form the hot zoe salanda as gamora, to the awesome groot and star lord, this movie is very well balanced between sadness, action, laughs andDont believe the reviews, this movie is WAY better than a 77. Its my new favorite marvel movie. form the hot zoe salanda as gamora, to the awesome groot and star lord, this movie is very well balanced between sadness, action, laughs and epicness. Very well done Marvel Studios. You will greatly enjoy this movie, i cannot guarantee that enough. Go watch it now. Expand
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StaticSpineAug 1, 2014
If you hesitate about going to the cinema to watch Guardians of the Galaxy, but you like Marvel/comic-books-based movies or just qualitative blickbusters, don't hesitate and go see it! It has a good balance between funny moments, sad moments,If you hesitate about going to the cinema to watch Guardians of the Galaxy, but you like Marvel/comic-books-based movies or just qualitative blickbusters, don't hesitate and go see it! It has a good balance between funny moments, sad moments, unusual characters, action scenes and beautiful visual effects. Expand
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MrKabochyaAug 1, 2014
Как это ни странно, но едва ли не лучшим фильмом MARVEL стал фильм, где режиссер почти полностью отошел от заданной вселенной практики: экшена достаточно, но его несравнимо меньше, да и важность (и качество!) юмора увеличилась. Джеймс ГаннКак это ни странно, но едва ли не лучшим фильмом MARVEL стал фильм, где режиссер почти полностью отошел от заданной вселенной практики: экшена достаточно, но его несравнимо меньше, да и важность (и качество!) юмора увеличилась. Джеймс Ганн снял хороший фильм, 8.5 из 10 Expand
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foxgroveAug 1, 2014
It was memories of a joyless screening of Captain America that made me approach this new Marvel adventure with caution. A caution borne of years of instinctive experience of crass movies aimed at the lowest possible denominator. I make it aIt was memories of a joyless screening of Captain America that made me approach this new Marvel adventure with caution. A caution borne of years of instinctive experience of crass movies aimed at the lowest possible denominator. I make it a rule never to walk out of any film, but in between admiring the face of my watch and battling yawns with as much zeal as our eclectic on screen heroes were battling each other, I very nearly succumbed to breaking with this self enforcement. The film starts badly and never recovers. One of the most mis- judged elements is the vein of humour running throughout that is puerile, lacking the benefit of any real wit or genuine laughs.
The story may be simple but there is so much superfluous chatter to draw out the running time that it becomes a language unto itself, which is probably only decipherable by teenage boys or others interested in all things 'Star Wars'. Trying to emulate that 70's classic, and I use the term loosely, the film has its own double act comprising of a very vocal racoon and a selfless tree who are clearly modelled on the characters of R2D2 and C3PO.
The cast enthusiastically inject more energy into the material than it deserves, but one remains baffled as to what actors of the calibre of Glenn Close and John C Reilly are doing participating in this nonsense.

Technically the film is outstanding. Cinematography and Special Visual effects are on the money and the Production Design is striking even if one set looks suspiciously like it had previously been used in 'Elysium'. Furthermore the Make-Up should easily walk away with an Oscar next year. However, excellent production values do not a good film make and as a movie the force is just not with it.
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DavidCAug 1, 2014
Highly recommend. Definitely the funniest marvel movie I've seen so far, though very different than what they've been doing. It's an ensemble sci-fi adventure comedy with clever dialogue and a memorable cast of characters. Similar groupHighly recommend. Definitely the funniest marvel movie I've seen so far, though very different than what they've been doing. It's an ensemble sci-fi adventure comedy with clever dialogue and a memorable cast of characters. Similar group dynamic to what we saw in the avengers, made all the more impressive by the fact that they haven't had several movies to introduce the characters.
It has very little to do with the avengers specifically and instead widens the lens to encompass the greater marvel universe, making use of characters and alien races we've seen bits and pieces of before (most notably in the Thor films). The tone is very unique, bouncing effortlessly back and forth between comedy and genuine drama with an array of action scenes in a wide variety of set pieces.
If you've been following the marvel movies so far, you'll want to see this since it helps to expand the cinematic universe while setting the stage for the future avengers films (though in some ways it feels like it's setting up Avengers 3 more than 2). On the other hand, if you haven't been following the franchise very consistently or not at all, it still works as an adventure movie. The main characters have little or nothing to do with any of the movies so far, and while there are one or two faces we've seen before, especially in the villain department, you won't need to know them to be able to enjoy it. There's an important macguffin that ties into the larger story, but it's basically just there to drive the plot along. If anyone has been living in a cave somewhere for the past ten years or so, I'd be interested to hear what someone who hasn't watched any of the marvel movies thought of this.
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SteiningerAug 1, 2014
I just saw guardians of the Galaxy and all I can think is WOW. That movie was amazing, the acting was top notch, the effects were breathtaking, and the general tone and theme of the movie was thoroughly pleasant. I didn't think a movie couldI just saw guardians of the Galaxy and all I can think is WOW. That movie was amazing, the acting was top notch, the effects were breathtaking, and the general tone and theme of the movie was thoroughly pleasant. I didn't think a movie could have such a well thought out plot, have masterful effects, and be hilarious. Seriously go see it. Expand
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