The highly anticipated third and final installment of the “Guardians of the Galaxy” franchise, “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3,” has finally been screened for a select group of critics and industry insiders. Initial reactions to the film have been coming in, with opinions ranging from the “best Marvel movie in years” to “strangely uneven.”
Directed by James Gunn, the film brings back the fan-favorite characters of Star-Lord (Chris Pratt), Gamora (Zoe Saldana), Drax (Dave Bautista), Rocket (Bradley Cooper), and Groot (Vin Diesel), as well as recurring characters played by Pom Klementieff and Idris Elba.
The first reviews of Vol. 3 have been a mixed bag. Here are some of the key takeaways:
The Best Marvel Movie in Years
One of the most glowing reviews comes from Collider’s Steven Weintraub, who calls the film “the best Marvel movie in years.” Weintraub praises the film’s emotional depth and character development, saying, “You’ll laugh, you’ll cry, and you’ll feel like you went on a journey with some of your closest friends.”
Weintraub praises the film’s action sequences, saying they are “some of the most creative and thrilling that I’ve seen in any Marvel movie.”
A Worthy Conclusion to the Trilogy
Many initial reactions praise Vol. 3 as a fitting end to the trilogy. Eric Davis of Fandango calls the film a “worthy conclusion” to the story that began with the first GOTG film.
For Davis, “it’s still the funniest Marvel franchise, but it’s also the most emotional,” who commends the film’s humor similar to its predecessors.
Strangely Uneven
Not all of the initial reactions to GOTG Vol. 3 have been positive. Some critics have found the film to be “strangely uneven.” Germain Lussier of Gizmodo says that while the film has “great moments,” it also has “some very odd choices that don’t work.”
The film’s pacing, according to Lussier, “drags a bit in the middle and gets a bit too rushed towards the end.”
More Emotional Than Previous Installments
The film’s emotional depth is another common theme in the initial reactions to GOTG’s final installment. Many critics praise the film for its ability to tug at the heartstrings.
According to Chris Evangelista of /Film, he thinks that Vol. 3 “hits some emotional beats that will leave audiences in tears.” Similarly, Mike Ryan of Uproxx says, “There are moments in the movie that may make you cry.”
A Fitting End for James Gunn’s Version of the Guardians
Many initial reactions to Vol. 3 focus on James Gunn’s role as director. Many critics are praising Gunn for his ability to bring his vision of the Guardians to life.
Scott Menzel of We Live Entertainment says, “James Gunn has delivered a film worthy of his name.” Similarly, Brandon Davis of ComicBook.com says, “James Gunn’s fingerprints are all over this film, and it’s a fitting end to his tenure with the Guardians.”
Final Thoughts
The verdict on GOTG Vol. 3 is somewhat uncertain. While some critics are hailing it as the best Marvel movie in years and a fitting end to the trilogy, others have found it uneven and flawed. However, one thing is clear – GOTG Vol. 3 is still a must-see film for MCU fans.
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