Just got home from the theater seeing this and it's definitely a satisfying conclusion to this version of the Guardians. This was more emotional than I was expecting and who would've thought James Gunn would've had me in the feels for a CGI raccoon? Rocket's backstory is DARK.
All I gotta say is miles better than part 2. Chris Pratt is one of those few guys that can be both hilarious and hit you in the feels emotionally sad scenes.
Yeah I think the 2nd is the best one. The issues people have with that never really add up to me. In the 2nd one they really explore the characters and why they are who they are and it didn't feel forced. I also enjoy the soundtrack better- southern lights, my sweet lord, brandy shang a Lang, blue sky, father and son
@@SmootchieWallaceit’s just the middle part really slows down for me to the point that the more I watch it the more I just gotta skip to the action because once you realize what happens there I just wanna push on.
@Taylor Pack I guess I see what you mean but I think it takes time to explore who they are. Rocket and Yondu, Drax and Mantis, nebula and gamora, Quill and his Dad. I feel quill and his dad is least interesting for me but I think it improves on the first one cuz it has the fun and music while giving more emotion for the character's. But to each his own, thanks for not cursing me out🤣
As a fellow metalhead named Cody, seeing these numbers youve been getting lately and how great your videos have gotten, Really brings a tear to my eye! Great job man!
Sometimes the best stories are the ones that are the most simple, yet the most complex in characters. Those are mostly the stories that stick with you for years to come. This movie was the perfect blend of dark and having comedy in only moments where it was very earned. Glad it didn't build up to anything that is to set up the next Avengers, but instead it tells its own story. Rocket's story was very impactful and I thought the villain's motive tied very well into the struggles of the other characters and them realizing who they are. I teared up because all of the sadness and happiness was very well earned by some of the best tension and suspense we ever got in the MCU. Masterpiece!
I wasn’t expecting such a heartfelt, tragic & emotional film but Gunn directed the hell out of this. What an amazing finale. My favorite out of this trilogy and I cannot believe how much i’ve fallen in love with Rocket
1000% agree with you! I just watched Chris stuckman review, he basically said this wasn’t a great movie but still enjoyable… Like what?!?! Definitely the best marvel movie to come out since endgame in my opinion
Maybe I'm alone in this, but I actually thought Ego was a good villain. To say he is the worst in this trilogy when we have Ronan makes no sense to me. Does anyone even remember why Ronan was evil? Ego had a personality, and an actual motivation.
Ego is actually one of the better MCU villains overall. As you say, his motivations make sense, we know some backstory to him, he has a personal connection to one of the heroes. Half of the MCU villains are just mad at Tony Stark because he was rude to them once 😄
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 (2023) was truly a phenomenal conclusion to this trilogy & it's one of the best movies of the entire MCU. A perfect 10/10!
This was incredible. Gunn closed things out in a way I haven't seen done for this genre before. Move over,Nolan and Snyder. I think James Gunn is the best comic book movie director ever. Feeling really good about Superman and the other guys now
Hopefully he doesn't have heavy humor for movies like batman. It works for Guardians but it doesn't work for every character. I don't want his Dcu to be a reskinned Guardians movie.
I have just walked from The movie theater, and oh boy oh boy, i have cried like a little bitch when i was watching Guardians of the Galaxy volume 3, like god damm. I recommend this movie for obvious reasons, its definitely worth your time. And as Cody said at the beginning of this video, you are gonna cry
Hi man, I started watching because you were the top result for Collecter review a while ago and became hooked. I’m watching this tomorrow and I hope it’s good.
The first Guardians of the Galaxy is in my Top 3 Favorite MCU films, but I’ve never liked Vol. 2 all that much. I just got out of the theater, and Vol. 3 was everything that I hoped it would be. It was very funny, it was emotional, and it was 100% James Gunn. Because Gunn pours so much of himself into the movies he writes and directs, he makes movies that have a certain purity to them. Specifically talking about the MCU, the Guardians of the Galaxy movies are James Gunn films. They’re his humor, mean streak, and heart all combined with superhero spectacle. Truly a great way to send off characters that have meant so much to me.
I think it made sense that Gamora was the outsider looking in. Yes we all wanted her to reunite and want to be part of the team again but when you think about it it makes sense that she wasn't trying to be part of the family. In GOTG V1 she didn't want a family that was Nebula and she didn't want to save the world she just didn't want it destroyed by the man who destroyed her planet. She was forced to work with Peter and fell for him in the mix. This Gamora we have now was never forced to work with Peter and never got to know him and wasn't looking for a family. So it makes sense to me this is the way she turned out.
Guardians should always have a 60s-70s retro soundtrack. It helps connect the audience with Quill to have music that feels like they should be nostalgic about it, despite having no real personal connection to it. Peter liked it because it reminded him of his mom. I liked it because it reminded me of my parents. It just doesn’t work the same when it’s music that I can clearly connect to specific parts of my life. It’s just cool, quirky music over action scenes at that point.
While I have Marvel fatigue too, this is the one film that I've been really looking forward to. That's too much having to see two films before the premiere. Most people aren't going to enjoy it as much after that. Can't wait to see this one.
I don’t get people’s criticisms of Gamora’s story at all. It would have been so cheesy and predictable if her and Quill just easily fell back in love and had a happy romantic ending. Her story fit perfectly with the theme of this movie of individuality. 1 and 2 were about finding family, this one is about finding who you are on your own and what your place is. Going this route it made her death in Infinity War actually mean something cause that Gamora really is gone. New Gamora by the end is friendly with the Guardians but she doesn’t fit in cause she is her own person who lived her own life and can’t just magically turn into the image and need Quill has for her. She’s an individual with her own needs and wants, not something to be shaped to fix someone else’s loss. While subtle, this story Gunn chose with her is so mature and deeper and their farewell at the end is so bittersweet that it hurts but you absolutely understand it’s the right thing when you see how naturally happy she is with the Ravagers
I completely agree. I never thought of Gamora’s arc in Vol 3 that way but that’s a great point about how her death in Infinity War really means something. If you don’t mind me asking what is your favorite MCU movie/show.
@@cooperwolfe5478 Thank you. It honestly baffles me seeing people complain about the use of Gamora in 3 when I think it’s clearly one of the best and touching parts of the movie. We’ve all been in a situation where a person we loved changes and we want them and things to be the way they were before but that’s just not who they are anymore. I don’t want to sound pretentious but I wonder if maybe it’s just the zombie type audience that generic Marvel usually creates that they just need to be constantly spoon fed every piece of information and every mental thought a character is thinking when watching a marvel movie. Because I’m seeing this “criticism” of her a lot. And to answer your question my favorite MCU film is probably Infinity War. Ragnarok, Civil War, Endgame and GOTG trilogy is up there too. As for the shows, Wandavision is the only one I liked. I stopped watching after Loki cause I was noticing the decline in quality. How about you?
@@voiceofmovies3941 Personally Civil War is my favorite MCU film. I thought it was the perfect way to kick of phase 3 because it was a way to separate the Avengers so that when Thanos comes in Infinity War they’re not prepared. Plus it was able to balance the character development of established characters like Iron Man and Captain America, plus introduce the audience to new characters like Black Panther and the MCU’s version of Spider-Man. As for my favorite MCU show I actually have to go with Loki. I had a lot of fun with it and it’s currently the only MCU show that once the season ended I immediately wanted a second season. But that’s just my opinion and probably most people would agree with you on Loki.
@@cooperwolfe5478 Civil War is definitely top tier. It’s actually my favorite rendition of Black Panther. And Zemo was such a personal change of pace from the world domination marvel villain. And the iron man vs cap/Bucky fight is top 5 mcu moments
I agree 💯. If she just fell right back in and had the same chemistry and feelings as the OG Gamora did it would have felt fake and forced. It made way more sense that she acted like an outsider to their family and not part of it. It was the best way to portray her
I also did that Imax marathon last night it was a lot of fun but so long. Guardians of the Galaxy Volume 3s end credits finished at 238 am. It may have hurt my overall feelings about Volume 3 as well.
No way, I literally went to a Lord of the Rings marathon yesterday. 13 hours with breaks. One of the best experiences I've had in my whole life, but I certainly wouldn't do it again
We just got back from seeing it,man what a great movie best movie Marvel has put out in a while,can't wait to see what he does with DC!!! And yes Cody I cried several times.
GOTG 3 is an amazing conclusion to the trilogy, and honestly it makes it better when these 3 films do not feel super connected to the MCU. Not to mention these actors and characters are just so fun to watch with their jokes and family tone. Focusing this last film on an emotional core is what was needed not only for marvel, but for the conclusion. The film has a few problems that feel a little coincidental and redundant, yet the the positives of the film completely surpass the problems. Once again that soundtrack kills. I’ve seen people start conversations about this being the last true Marvel film. As our main avengers are gone and the last huge group is now concluded. It feels that way. I think besides Spider-Man and Dr strange, everything else has felt forced, mediocre, and redundant. As a lot of new character feel like simple replacements of the characters we came to love in over decade. I can understand why people feel this way. The GOTG feels like a big send off to the original Marvel that came before phase 4.
Great video as ever. 😊 I'd love to see a ranking/tier list of the MCU villians, maybe phase by phase so you wouldn't have to do like a three hour video. 😂
Thanks for the heads up with the Rocket stuff. If I see this in the theater it won't be a problem but my wife is very sensitive to that type of stuff and even though she doesn't really watch these I can at least be able to make sure she doesn't see that particular scene 👍🏻
Maybe it's just having higher expectations due to GotG Vol. 2 being my favorite film of the MCU, and anticipation from the long-awaited 3rd Volume of the trilogy; this movie sort of fell flat for me. Certainly not a bad film by any means. There's a lot of good stuff in it and I think it fulfills it's role in the context of the trilogy by having a very satisfactory ending that feels content about parting with the characters in their current iterations. A lot of leeway for these actor's to reprise their roles; even if only as a small cameo or crossover in future MCU films. Still, I think like Vol. 1 & 2 over 3. Also its still one of the better film's in the current MCU. At least since Spider-Man: No Way Home.
I just hope he doesn't rely on a bunch of humor. It works with these characters and Suicide Squad but it won't work for every hero. His DCU doesn't need to be Guardians Re Skinned. It needs to feel like a separate universe. Gunn is hit and miss for me
Adam Warlock in the comics played a big role in the Infinity Stones story to why many were disappointed since he plays a key role and watching how you mention him not having an important role in this movie gives ya an idea why Gunn went in that route and makes you say *where the hell have you been?* if they had follow the story of the comics
Thank you for the animal cruelty warning!!! It’s one of my biggest movie “icks” alongside child abuse and r4pe. Even if it’s CGI or imperative to the plot, it’s just something I prefer not to see. I won’t even watch Cannibal Holocaust bc they kill a tarantula, since I own one myself. Huge nope for me.
I just watched this today. I freakin balled. Hard to think of any negatives. It was amazing. I’m surprised at the amount of reviews I’ve seen on yt that don’t feel the same.
Awesome review man love your videos and to say your point in your intro about this movie gonna make me cry 3 times it happened this movie was a rollercoaster to get through but I absolutely loved the soundtrack I have volume 1 and 2 on cassette tape can’t wait to have this on cassette aswell it’s probably my favourite soundtrack of the 3
2 is a masterpiece and the best MCU film along with Infinity War. The only complaints people have is with the tone and humor which is totally subjective, I thought it was hilarious. The story was perfect no one has been able to dissect what exactly makes it a bad story because they can’t
It's been a while, but the points about tone I understand. The scene where Ego reveals himself to be evil is the most tonally inconsistent thing I can remember seeing. But I don't remember anything else that bad.
@@jacksondavies3595 it works perfectly though when you understand the concept of being egotistical in the masculine sense, all of Peter’s actions up to that point tie into that theme and concept too. Lindsay Ellis explains it better in her breakdown video, she’s the first one I’ve seen online to also see the genius behind that script
I've seen the movie twice now, thinking of seeing it a third time. While I hear exactly what Cody is saying when it comes to Gamora and The High Evolutionary, I have to say with a second viewing, their stories and conclusions make a lot of sense. With The High Evolutionary's line of "God doesn't exist. That's why I stepped in" told us everything we need to know about who he is. Even when Peter makes his quip about "I'm not going to listen to another psycho who's mother didn't love him so he wants to take over the universe" (I know not verbatim), The High Evolutionary just looks at him and pretty much tells him, "no, I want to make it better." And his ways of making things better is mass genocide. He creates entire worlds and species, and when they don't work out, he destroys it all. Obviously he's not as powerful as Thanos, but all things considered, the dude is certainly more twisted. And for Gamora, we see she is recognizing what made the Guardians (and her alternate self) so special. She shares a moment with Peter, and Peter is okay with letting her go. But she's grown fond of him. Same with Groot. Much like alternate Gamora, all she hears at first is "I am Groot" and gets annoyed. By the end of the movie, she has already begun to understand him. So while she's moving on with the Ravagers, she's become aware of why her alternate self loved them and why they love her. Just my thoughts. Overall, incredibly happy with the way this story arc concluded, and dare I say, when breaking down the previous movies into their story arcs (Iron Man, Captain America, Spider-Man, etc) Guardians of the Galaxy is the best 3 movie story. Keep on killing it Cody! Love seeing your stuff. Definitely enjoyed your Blade (1-3) reviews so far and looking forward to the 31 on 31!
So, this isn't one that I'll have to make a massive playlist of movies and TV shows to see to understand, huh? OK, may check it out then. Yeah, I think I was feeling that Marvel Fatigue back around End Games, but a stand alone one like this, yeah, that might be OK. Thank you, Cody.
Just need to see Vol 1, Vol 2, Infinity War, Endgame, and at least know the reveal from the Holiday Special to not be slightly confused on one small portion of the movie
Rocket connected with me. I never fit in anywhere. Even to this day. I have felt angry and worthless due to my special needs. I have felt jealous of others, always feeling down on myself. I have let my jealousy get the best of me at times by lying in bed all day. In the past, I felt a lot of shame for being in special ed classes. Embarrassed. Depressed. Felt like people were over my shoulder and treating me like 'just some kid with autism' rather then a human with different opinions. I remember being around screaming kids and coming home wanting to quit school. I do indeed sometimes push people away who try to help me, because teachers and adults looked at me as 'lesser then.' Teachers constantly leaned over me. Rolled there eyes at me for screwing up. Now at 29-at times I feel like an autistic weirdo in public spaces. Walls come up and anger kicks in. Not to mention the countless hospital visits due to my breathing issues and a near death experience when I was little. That all has made me a bit closed off and angry. As I get older, I'm finding purpose and opening up and learning that people (who aren't my immediate family) care about me and really do want to be my friend. I'm so glad James wrote Rocket the way he did-that character manages to kick my ass and forces me outta my own head. To be a rebel and forge my own positive path. I wanna be stronger (physically and mentally) and I want to work and feel like I'm contributing positively to someone's life. Also I wanna have fun of course. Can't go through life stressed about work and thinking 'big thoughts.' Gotta party too.
Dude Cody I literally walked out of the theater with the exact same feeling as you did. We are 1000% in concurrence on this movie at each and every point
I can understand your not liking the High Evolutionary but he at least felt like a villainous Villain, which I don't get much from Disney/MCU these days. Adam Warlock was so weird.
It's weird how much Adam Warlock was hyped up when he ended up being a complete buttmonkey and largely superfluous to the overall plot. Still loved the movie though.
This is my favorite Marvel movie. I love Rocket (hes my fave marvel character) so I was happy that this movie was focused on him. But beyond that it has more heart and soul than pretty much every other MCU movie. The Guardians of the Galaxy movies are my fave Mcu movies and I thought that this was a beautiful send off to these characters as well as to the trilogy as a whole. I think that this is a better movie then No Way Home and Across the Spiderverse
❤LOVED the first one !!! The Second one would have been MUCH better if there were TWO versions of the Kurt Russell character…one light one dark … it would be cool if the “good” father and Star Lord become Father and Son. Have not watched 3 yet but looking forward to it tonight !😊
Was expecting more love for this one from you. I will say, I definitely disagree with you on The High Evolutionary being a weak villain. I put him up there as one of the best MCU villains we’ve gotten so far. Great review!
Wow this was easily the best movie in the MCU in a WHILE.......That hallway scene u alluded to was fantastic.....Agreed tho Adam Warlocks portrayal wa one of the low points
I haven't seen this film yet but going to watch it for sure because I've been soooo busy and a little behind in the Phase 4 and 5 😂 lol. I'm really a huge fan of Guardians of the Galaxy film series and the Disney Plus holiday special that continue the characters in this film..... I think the reason James Gunn choose High Evolutionary and Adam Warlock because they are heavily involved in the Guardians popular storylines in the comic books and the animated series on Disney Plus.
Good review, as always. I had a better experience with many of his negatives. I liked what they did with Gomorrah and Star Lord, for example. So, I would give this a 4.25 out of 5. Still, as always, I appreciate Cody's honesty and well thought out reviews.
I too am feeling the big CGI superhero fatigue... find myself needing watch a western after. Real People. Real Dirt. I really I'm not coming back to the theatres for Marvel until Deadpool Wolverine or Doctor Doom done right.
Animal violence / abuse is certainly something I am turned off by. But, I feel like comparing actual animal abuse in film (Milo & Otis), to this? It’s CGI.. it’s not animal abuse, that’s like saying looney tunes features animal abuse. It’s not real. However, I agree that it’s emotional, which is a testament to the CGI and animation in Vol. 3. I definitely teared up. I also liked the villain, he sort of reminded me of Hitler.. he just wants this perfect race. It didn’t explicitly say why, but he’s a psycho path. He also tried to kill rocket. Do we need more reason to hate him and want him dead?
Just watched it and I definitely agree with what some critics are saying, it is the best thing to come out since Endgame and sure as fuck better than everything from phase 4. Tv shows and all
Every RUclips pundit is saying the audience is going to cry and animal lovers will be upset. That's all touching but I dont want to spend dollars to go cry. This just makes me want to wait for Disney+ so I can lay in my bed and cry alone at home.
Ronan, Ego and i have seen all hate towards this new guy.. I feel like they never have a good villain🤷🏽♂️🤷🏽♂️ Can’t wait to see for myself, Rocket & Groot stan !!!
I can’t wait to see it I’ll probably edit this comment when I get out of seeing it later today but James Gunn has never disappointed me with his comic book movies so it’ll most likely be a hit for me. Yup I loved this movie I knew James Gunn wasn’t gonna disappoint me his comic book movies always make me feel things which is why I’m so excited to see his dc universe unlike what the Snyder cult are saying. He always knows how to balance the serious with the comedy which is why I love his work in comic book movies.
Loved it. Honestly has me excited for James Gunn’s DCverse. I haven’t like any of the DCEU movies really, this has me pumped for the future of DC though!
Just saw it today. 4/5 mostly great humor, great music, awesome action. Not the biggest fan of no rocket till act 3 and some humor is not so good. Also the big showdown of rocket and the Villan was rushed. But great conclusion
I'd say Marvel isn't in a slow decline but rather a free fall. I went into this with low expectations and was wonderfully surprised. I really liked this one. Laughed a lot, felt the emotions and overall satisfied like Marvel hasn't been able to do for awhile. Guardians has always been a Marvel bright spot tho. I HATED the way they did Adam Warlock tho. Bad move IMO. Glad my daughter said we were going to watch this. 8/10
This movie had no business being as good as it was. It started off dangerously close to reaching Thor: Love & Thunder levels. Once a certain scene involving Rocket happened; the whole movie completely flipped! This is a top 5 Marvel movie in my book.
I haven't seen the movie yet but I will soon and I really can't wait to see it but it sounds to me like rocket is gonna die in this one and if that happens in a way that'll make me cry I'll probably tear up as well
Codyyyyyy! Good review. However, Didn’t we just experience “emotion” 6 months ago in BP Wakanda Forever. You mention, he’s been a REALLY LONG TIME since we experienced emotion in Marvel movie.
Maybe that slipped his mind but I would say the difference is that this came from the story where as wakanda forever’s emotion basically came from the real life death of Chadwick Boseman.
Thank you for the warning on animal cruelty. You know I always ask. Hubby wants to see this one this weekend and at least now I'm prepared for a lot of mess I'm probably gonna cry through. With the MCU I feel like we got a full decade of building up to this thing and they did it in such an organic way that it captured lightening. They could've ended with End Game and it would have been ABSOLUTELY beautiful. Now it just feels like they are trying to capture it twice and the truth is, the heart of the MCU started with Downey and while everyone has done a stellar job and I love these characters...the story feels done. A lot of us said it when End Game concluded that we will NEVER have an experience like this again in our lifetimes and they keep trying to push forward. Did I like some movies that have come after End Game? Yes. Would I ever watch them again? Probably not. Have I gone back through and watched the original timeline though with Thanos? Several times.
MILES better than Vol 2. I completely agree with the soundtrack being forced, it was just too much. Other than that, very good mix of funny and emotional with real high stakes. A good time at the movies, though we came home and hugged our fur children a little harder ❤
This is what I don't understand. Why doesn't Marvel and DC make their heroes and villains as powerful as they are in the comics? It feels like they would be much better movies in my opinion. Like I love a lot of underrated heroes and villains. But, they have to weaken them for the movies. So, why don't they make both heroes and villains just like the comics?
Marvel needs to promote this film as an anti animal cruelty film and release short action reels for each main character to get action Marvel fans hype for the visuals and action. Solved
Yeah I agree about the villain I just didn't care for him at all I think marvel and all these big budget movies in general they have to do a better job with the villains but overall I very much enjoyed this movie 👍
Just got home from the theater seeing this and it's definitely a satisfying conclusion to this version of the Guardians. This was more emotional than I was expecting and who would've thought James Gunn would've had me in the feels for a CGI raccoon? Rocket's backstory is DARK.
So sad I turned to my buddy when rocket got hurt and said bro if he dies your about to see a grown man cry
I wish they showed what they actually did 2 him
Rocket's origin might be one of the darkest origin stories of any superhero movie
@@metallicnole4514 He's an experiment like the bulk of comic book characters. There's darker origin stories
I feel good that Gunn is show running the DC now. The man knows how to story
Too bad he doesn't know how to make great movies
@@Trill_TourThat's your opinion.
Can't wait for the DCU but let's see how James handles it.
This became my top 2 fav MCU movie instantly
@@bingewatcherfanatic996 how do you guys feel about Kevin and the Russo brothers thinking about doing a Batman movie
All I gotta say is miles better than part 2. Chris Pratt is one of those few guys that can be both hilarious and hit you in the feels emotionally sad scenes.
I actually really liked Vol 2
Part 2 is my fav MCU movie, helps I love Kurt Russel
Yeah I think the 2nd is the best one. The issues people have with that never really add up to me. In the 2nd one they really explore the characters and why they are who they are and it didn't feel forced. I also enjoy the soundtrack better- southern lights, my sweet lord, brandy shang a Lang, blue sky, father and son
@@SmootchieWallaceit’s just the middle part really slows down for me to the point that the more I watch it the more I just gotta skip to the action because once you realize what happens there I just wanna push on.
@Taylor Pack I guess I see what you mean but I think it takes time to explore who they are. Rocket and Yondu, Drax and Mantis, nebula and gamora, Quill and his Dad. I feel quill and his dad is least interesting for me but I think it improves on the first one cuz it has the fun and music while giving more emotion for the character's. But to each his own, thanks for not cursing me out🤣
As a fellow metalhead named Cody, seeing these numbers youve been getting lately and how great your videos have gotten, Really brings a tear to my eye! Great job man!
Sometimes the best stories are the ones that are the most simple, yet the most complex in characters. Those are mostly the stories that stick with you for years to come. This movie was the perfect blend of dark and having comedy in only moments where it was very earned. Glad it didn't build up to anything that is to set up the next Avengers, but instead it tells its own story. Rocket's story was very impactful and I thought the villain's motive tied very well into the struggles of the other characters and them realizing who they are. I teared up because all of the sadness and happiness was very well earned by some of the best tension and suspense we ever got in the MCU. Masterpiece!
Take tarantino .he has such simple stories but its the execution that makes him top tier
I wasn’t expecting such a heartfelt, tragic & emotional film but Gunn directed the hell out of this. What an amazing finale. My favorite out of this trilogy and I cannot believe how much i’ve fallen in love with Rocket
1000% agree with you!
I just watched Chris stuckman review, he basically said this wasn’t a great movie but still enjoyable…
Like what?!?!
Definitely the best marvel movie to come out since endgame in my opinion
Maybe I'm alone in this, but I actually thought Ego was a good villain. To say he is the worst in this trilogy when we have Ronan makes no sense to me. Does anyone even remember why Ronan was evil? Ego had a personality, and an actual motivation.
Ego is actually one of the better MCU villains overall. As you say, his motivations make sense, we know some backstory to him, he has a personal connection to one of the heroes. Half of the MCU villains are just mad at Tony Stark because he was rude to them once 😄
Kurt Russell always delivers IMO
Ronan was evil because Thanos told him to be. Not even tryna be funny, that's just the best I can do for a reason
@@famousthaneus9810 Ronan was evil because he hated xandar and was against the peace treaty between the kree and xandar.
Ronan was a super boring villain. I've seen people say they like the first movie better than 2, but I didn't know people liked Roman better than Ego
You going "you're gonna cry" followed by the musical intro was metal af lol
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 (2023) was truly a phenomenal conclusion to this trilogy & it's one of the best movies of the entire MCU. A perfect 10/10!
This was incredible. Gunn closed things out in a way I haven't seen done for this genre before. Move over,Nolan and Snyder. I think James Gunn is the best comic book movie director ever. Feeling really good about Superman and the other guys now
Same here
Hopefully he doesn't have heavy humor for movies like batman. It works for Guardians but it doesn't work for every character. I don't want his Dcu to be a reskinned Guardians movie.
I have just walked from The movie theater, and oh boy oh boy, i have cried like a little bitch when i was watching Guardians of the Galaxy volume 3, like god damm. I recommend this movie for obvious reasons, its definitely worth your time. And as Cody said at the beginning of this video, you are gonna cry
Just saw it. Feels so good to have a great MCU film again
good not great
@@blackvalio4060 I thinks it’s great would put it in the top 10
One of the worst in my opinion
Best Marvel movie since Endgame and best Guardians of the Galaxy out of the three...9/10
Hi man, I started watching because you were the top result for Collecter review a while ago and became hooked. I’m watching this tomorrow and I hope it’s good.
The first Guardians of the Galaxy is in my Top 3 Favorite MCU films, but I’ve never liked Vol. 2 all that much. I just got out of the theater, and Vol. 3 was everything that I hoped it would be. It was very funny, it was emotional, and it was 100% James Gunn. Because Gunn pours so much of himself into the movies he writes and directs, he makes movies that have a certain purity to them. Specifically talking about the MCU, the Guardians of the Galaxy movies are James Gunn films. They’re his humor, mean streak, and heart all combined with superhero spectacle. Truly a great way to send off characters that have meant so much to me.
I think it made sense that Gamora was the outsider looking in. Yes we all wanted her to reunite and want to be part of the team again but when you think about it it makes sense that she wasn't trying to be part of the family. In GOTG V1 she didn't want a family that was Nebula and she didn't want to save the world she just didn't want it destroyed by the man who destroyed her planet. She was forced to work with Peter and fell for him in the mix. This Gamora we have now was never forced to work with Peter and never got to know him and wasn't looking for a family. So it makes sense to me this is the way she turned out.
I agree. It would have felt rushed or forced if she had the same chemistry with the team as the OG Gamora did. It felt right this way
Guardians should always have a 60s-70s retro soundtrack. It helps connect the audience with Quill to have music that feels like they should be nostalgic about it, despite having no real personal connection to it. Peter liked it because it reminded him of his mom. I liked it because it reminded me of my parents. It just doesn’t work the same when it’s music that I can clearly connect to specific parts of my life. It’s just cool, quirky music over action scenes at that point.
While I have Marvel fatigue too, this is the one film that I've been really looking forward to. That's too much having to see two films before the premiere. Most people aren't going to enjoy it as much after that. Can't wait to see this one.
Nebula's arc after this movie is one of the best in the franchise to me, really well handled
I don't think the mcu gets enough credit for creating such complex characters.
I don’t get people’s criticisms of Gamora’s story at all. It would have been so cheesy and predictable if her and Quill just easily fell back in love and had a happy romantic ending. Her story fit perfectly with the theme of this movie of individuality. 1 and 2 were about finding family, this one is about finding who you are on your own and what your place is. Going this route it made her death in Infinity War actually mean something cause that Gamora really is gone. New Gamora by the end is friendly with the Guardians but she doesn’t fit in cause she is her own person who lived her own life and can’t just magically turn into the image and need Quill has for her. She’s an individual with her own needs and wants, not something to be shaped to fix someone else’s loss. While subtle, this story Gunn chose with her is so mature and deeper and their farewell at the end is so bittersweet that it hurts but you absolutely understand it’s the right thing when you see how naturally happy she is with the Ravagers
I completely agree. I never thought of Gamora’s arc in Vol 3 that way but that’s a great point about how her death in Infinity War really means something. If you don’t mind me asking what is your favorite MCU movie/show.
@@cooperwolfe5478 Thank you. It honestly baffles me seeing people complain about the use of Gamora in 3 when I think it’s clearly one of the best and touching parts of the movie. We’ve all been in a situation where a person we loved changes and we want them and things to be the way they were before but that’s just not who they are anymore. I don’t want to sound pretentious but I wonder if maybe it’s just the zombie type audience that generic Marvel usually creates that they just need to be constantly spoon fed every piece of information and every mental thought a character is thinking when watching a marvel movie. Because I’m seeing this “criticism” of her a lot.
And to answer your question my favorite MCU film is probably Infinity War. Ragnarok, Civil War, Endgame and GOTG trilogy is up there too. As for the shows, Wandavision is the only one I liked. I stopped watching after Loki cause I was noticing the decline in quality. How about you?
@@voiceofmovies3941 Personally Civil War is my favorite MCU film. I thought it was the perfect way to kick of phase 3 because it was a way to separate the Avengers so that when Thanos comes in Infinity War they’re not prepared. Plus it was able to balance the character development of established characters like Iron Man and Captain America, plus introduce the audience to new characters like Black Panther and the MCU’s version of Spider-Man. As for my favorite MCU show I actually have to go with Loki. I had a lot of fun with it and it’s currently the only MCU show that once the season ended I immediately wanted a second season. But that’s just my opinion and probably most people would agree with you on Loki.
@@cooperwolfe5478 Civil War is definitely top tier. It’s actually my favorite rendition of Black Panther. And Zemo was such a personal change of pace from the world domination marvel villain. And the iron man vs cap/Bucky fight is top 5 mcu moments
I agree 💯. If she just fell right back in and had the same chemistry and feelings as the OG Gamora did it would have felt fake and forced. It made way more sense that she acted like an outsider to their family and not part of it. It was the best way to portray her
I also did that Imax marathon last night it was a lot of fun but so long. Guardians of the Galaxy Volume 3s end credits finished at 238 am. It may have hurt my overall feelings about Volume 3 as well.
Brilliant review Cody you summed it up perfectly.
No way, I literally went to a Lord of the Rings marathon yesterday. 13 hours with breaks. One of the best experiences I've had in my whole life, but I certainly wouldn't do it again
We just got back from seeing it,man what a great movie best movie Marvel has put out in a while,can't wait to see what he does with DC!!! And yes Cody I cried several times.
GOTG 3 is an amazing conclusion to the trilogy, and honestly it makes it better when these 3 films do not feel super connected to the MCU. Not to mention these actors and characters are just so fun to watch with their jokes and family tone. Focusing this last film on an emotional core is what was needed not only for marvel, but for the conclusion. The film has a few problems that feel a little coincidental and redundant, yet the the positives of the film completely surpass the problems. Once again that soundtrack kills.
I’ve seen people start conversations about this being the last true Marvel film. As our main avengers are gone and the last huge group is now concluded. It feels that way. I think besides Spider-Man and Dr strange, everything else has felt forced, mediocre, and redundant. As a lot of new character feel like simple replacements of the characters we came to love in over decade. I can understand why people feel this way. The GOTG feels like a big send off to the original Marvel that came before phase 4.
It seems like each villain in the guardians trilogy has the same basic goal. Remaking the universe to fit their "perfect" ideal universe
Gotg vilains are angry fathers
@Cody Appreciate the heads up and doing a spoiler free review first. So glad it was done well, just in case this is a finale.
Great video as ever. 😊 I'd love to see a ranking/tier list of the MCU villians, maybe phase by phase so you wouldn't have to do like a three hour video. 😂
I didn’t cry, I cried in The Whale though.
Thanks for the heads up with the Rocket stuff. If I see this in the theater it won't be a problem but my wife is very sensitive to that type of stuff and even though she doesn't really watch these I can at least be able to make sure she doesn't see that particular scene 👍🏻
Really digging the thumbnail. That's me everyday 😜🤘🎧
Maybe it's just having higher expectations due to GotG Vol. 2 being my favorite film of the MCU, and anticipation from the long-awaited 3rd Volume of the trilogy; this movie sort of fell flat for me. Certainly not a bad film by any means. There's a lot of good stuff in it and I think it fulfills it's role in the context of the trilogy by having a very satisfactory ending that feels content about parting with the characters in their current iterations. A lot of leeway for these actor's to reprise their roles; even if only as a small cameo or crossover in future MCU films. Still, I think like Vol. 1 & 2 over 3. Also its still one of the better film's in the current MCU. At least since Spider-Man: No Way Home.
I knew movies like this would "bring" Cody "back".
I can't wait to see this movie.
DC and Superman: Legacy is in good hands.
I just hope he doesn't rely on a bunch of humor. It works with these characters and Suicide Squad but it won't work for every hero. His DCU doesn't need to be Guardians Re Skinned. It needs to feel like a separate universe. Gunn is hit and miss for me
Adam Warlock in the comics played a big role in the Infinity Stones story to why many were disappointed since he plays a key role and watching how you mention him not having an important role in this movie gives ya an idea why Gunn went in that route and makes you say *where the hell have you been?* if they had follow the story of the comics
This is the biggest thing I've feared about the movie. I've been waiting for Adam Warlock for so long now, was super bummed he wasn't in Infinity War
I also didn’t know Jack about Adam Warlock but I LOVED his character. Funny and heartfelt in the end
Thank you for the animal cruelty warning!!! It’s one of my biggest movie “icks” alongside child abuse and r4pe. Even if it’s CGI or imperative to the plot, it’s just something I prefer not to see. I won’t even watch Cannibal Holocaust bc they kill a tarantula, since I own one myself. Huge nope for me.
I just watched this today. I freakin balled. Hard to think of any negatives. It was amazing. I’m surprised at the amount of reviews I’ve seen on yt that don’t feel the same.
I just watched it and I really enjoyed it, Rocket's tragic backstory really elevates the movie and the villain was pretty decent.
Awesome review man love your videos and to say your point in your intro about this movie gonna make me cry 3 times it happened this movie was a rollercoaster to get through but I absolutely loved the soundtrack I have volume 1 and 2 on cassette tape can’t wait to have this on cassette aswell it’s probably my favourite soundtrack of the 3
2 is a masterpiece and the best MCU film along with Infinity War. The only complaints people have is with the tone and humor which is totally subjective, I thought it was hilarious. The story was perfect no one has been able to dissect what exactly makes it a bad story because they can’t
It's been a while, but the points about tone I understand. The scene where Ego reveals himself to be evil is the most tonally inconsistent thing I can remember seeing. But I don't remember anything else that bad.
@@jacksondavies3595 it works perfectly though when you understand the concept of being egotistical in the masculine sense, all of Peter’s actions up to that point tie into that theme and concept too. Lindsay Ellis explains it better in her breakdown video, she’s the first one I’ve seen online to also see the genius behind that script
2 is one of the worst MCU movies
@@ericgarcia1814 garbage taste you have, I bet you think Civil War is one of the best
Gotg 2 and Infinty War are my two favourites as well! Followed by Homecoming and Civil War
NO! SLEEP! TILL BROOKLYN!
To be honest I kind of wished Chris Pratt didnt drop the first F-bomb in the MCU I really wanted it to be Samuel L Jackson
I'll be honest, I thought they were gonna chicken out and have him say freaking, but I guess they let James Gunn do whatever he wanted. Well played.
I love them
I've seen the movie twice now, thinking of seeing it a third time. While I hear exactly what Cody is saying when it comes to Gamora and The High Evolutionary, I have to say with a second viewing, their stories and conclusions make a lot of sense.
With The High Evolutionary's line of "God doesn't exist. That's why I stepped in" told us everything we need to know about who he is. Even when Peter makes his quip about "I'm not going to listen to another psycho who's mother didn't love him so he wants to take over the universe" (I know not verbatim), The High Evolutionary just looks at him and pretty much tells him, "no, I want to make it better." And his ways of making things better is mass genocide. He creates entire worlds and species, and when they don't work out, he destroys it all. Obviously he's not as powerful as Thanos, but all things considered, the dude is certainly more twisted.
And for Gamora, we see she is recognizing what made the Guardians (and her alternate self) so special. She shares a moment with Peter, and Peter is okay with letting her go. But she's grown fond of him. Same with Groot. Much like alternate Gamora, all she hears at first is "I am Groot" and gets annoyed. By the end of the movie, she has already begun to understand him. So while she's moving on with the Ravagers, she's become aware of why her alternate self loved them and why they love her. Just my thoughts.
Overall, incredibly happy with the way this story arc concluded, and dare I say, when breaking down the previous movies into their story arcs (Iron Man, Captain America, Spider-Man, etc) Guardians of the Galaxy is the best 3 movie story.
Keep on killing it Cody! Love seeing your stuff. Definitely enjoyed your Blade (1-3) reviews so far and looking forward to the 31 on 31!
So, this isn't one that I'll have to make a massive playlist of movies and TV shows to see to understand, huh? OK, may check it out then. Yeah, I think I was feeling that Marvel Fatigue back around End Games, but a stand alone one like this, yeah, that might be OK. Thank you, Cody.
Just need to see Vol 1, Vol 2, Infinity War, Endgame, and at least know the reveal from the Holiday Special to not be slightly confused on one small portion of the movie
I couldn’t find a short where you walked into this movie I really like those
Rocket connected with me. I never fit in anywhere. Even to this day. I have felt angry and worthless due to my special needs. I have felt jealous of others, always feeling down on myself. I have let my jealousy get the best of me at times by lying in bed all day.
In the past, I felt a lot of shame for being in special ed classes. Embarrassed. Depressed. Felt like people were over my shoulder and treating me like 'just some kid with autism' rather then a human with different opinions. I remember being around screaming kids and coming home wanting to quit school. I do indeed sometimes push people away who try to help me, because teachers and adults looked at me as 'lesser then.' Teachers constantly leaned over me. Rolled there eyes at me for screwing up. Now at 29-at times I feel like an autistic weirdo in public spaces. Walls come up and anger kicks in. Not to mention the countless hospital visits due to my breathing issues and a near death experience when I was little. That all has made me a bit closed off and angry.
As I get older, I'm finding purpose and opening up and learning that people (who aren't my immediate family) care about me and really do want to be my friend. I'm so glad James wrote Rocket the way he did-that character manages to kick my ass and forces me outta my own head. To be a rebel and forge my own positive path. I wanna be stronger (physically and mentally) and I want to work and feel like I'm contributing positively to someone's life. Also I wanna have fun of course. Can't go through life stressed about work and thinking 'big thoughts.' Gotta party too.
Dude Cody I literally walked out of the theater with the exact same feeling as you did. We are 1000% in concurrence on this movie at each and every point
That's weird... I found High Evolutionary to be a great and captivating villain... I didn't need his reasoning -.- i can figure it out on my own
going to see it this weekend, and i will be pleased with a satisfiying conclusion to this three part story.
I can understand your not liking the High Evolutionary but he at least felt like a villainous Villain, which I don't get much from Disney/MCU these days. Adam Warlock was so weird.
It's weird how much Adam Warlock was hyped up when he ended up being a complete buttmonkey and largely superfluous to the overall plot.
Still loved the movie though.
This is my favorite Marvel movie. I love Rocket (hes my fave marvel character) so I was happy that this movie was focused on him. But beyond that it has more heart and soul than pretty much every other MCU movie. The Guardians of the Galaxy movies are my fave Mcu movies and I thought that this was a beautiful send off to these characters as well as to the trilogy as a whole. I think that this is a better movie then No Way Home and Across the Spiderverse
❤LOVED the first one !!! The Second one would have been MUCH better if there were TWO versions of the Kurt Russell character…one light one dark … it would be cool if the “good” father and Star Lord become Father and Son. Have not watched 3 yet but looking forward to it tonight !😊
Was expecting more love for this one from you. I will say, I definitely disagree with you on The High Evolutionary being a weak villain. I put him up there as one of the best MCU villains we’ve gotten so far. Great review!
Love that they played Reasons by Earth Wind and Fire
I was very close to tears during the movie, but I actually didn’t cry
The Silver Wham bam, is an excellent song and first time I heard it was from the film and love the band now
Wow this was easily the best movie in the MCU in a WHILE.......That hallway scene u alluded to was fantastic.....Agreed tho Adam Warlocks portrayal wa one of the low points
I'm excited to see it on Staurday!
It was good
I loved the movie but thought it was about 20 minutes to long I could not even imagine 7 hours of it you are built different my friend awesome review
I haven't seen this film yet but going to watch it for sure because I've been soooo busy and a little behind in the Phase 4 and 5 😂 lol. I'm really a huge fan of Guardians of the Galaxy film series and the Disney Plus holiday special that continue the characters in this film..... I think the reason James Gunn choose High Evolutionary and Adam Warlock because they are heavily involved in the Guardians popular storylines in the comic books and the animated series on Disney Plus.
There are now two movies in 2023 starring Chris Pratt the feature the song No Sleep Til' Brooklyn
I'm happy for the fans 😊
In my opinion, this was very okay. Had it not been for Rocket's story, this would've fell completely flat for me
Good review, as always. I had a better experience with many of his negatives. I liked what they did with Gomorrah and Star Lord, for example. So, I would give this a 4.25 out of 5.
Still, as always, I appreciate Cody's honesty and well thought out reviews.
I too am feeling the big CGI superhero fatigue... find myself needing watch a western after. Real People. Real Dirt.
I really I'm not coming back to the theatres for Marvel until Deadpool Wolverine or Doctor Doom done right.
Animal violence / abuse is certainly something I am turned off by. But, I feel like comparing actual animal abuse in film (Milo & Otis), to this? It’s CGI.. it’s not animal abuse, that’s like saying looney tunes features animal abuse. It’s not real. However, I agree that it’s emotional, which is a testament to the CGI and animation in Vol. 3. I definitely teared up.
I also liked the villain, he sort of reminded me of Hitler.. he just wants this perfect race. It didn’t explicitly say why, but he’s a psycho path. He also tried to kill rocket. Do we need more reason to hate him and want him dead?
The only question I have is, does Quill wear his mask this movie?
Not that I can recall. If he does, it's extremely brief
Just watched it and I definitely agree with what some critics are saying, it is the best thing to come out since Endgame and sure as fuck better than everything from phase 4. Tv shows and all
Every RUclips pundit is saying the audience is going to cry and animal lovers will be upset. That's all touching but I dont want to spend dollars to go cry. This just makes me want to wait for Disney+ so I can lay in my bed and cry alone at home.
So.. assuming one has seen vol. 1 & 2, would you recommend rewatching those before or after vol. 3?
Before
Ronan, Ego and i have seen all hate towards this new guy.. I feel like they never have a good villain🤷🏽♂️🤷🏽♂️
Can’t wait to see for myself, Rocket & Groot stan !!!
I actually like Ronan but they've never had strong villains for sure
@@CodyLeachYT W reply from the 🐐 and yea Ronan def the best one & i haven’t seen the third one yet to be fair.
Agreed on the music thing.
This movie had me laughing and crying at the same time
Nice shirt. Did you play RE4 remake? It's awesome.
He did! If you go over to Cody’s gaming channel, you’ll see his full review and a bunch of livestreams of him playing the game.
I love this channel
I can’t wait to see it I’ll probably edit this comment when I get out of seeing it later today but James Gunn has never disappointed me with his comic book movies so it’ll most likely be a hit for me.
Yup I loved this movie I knew James Gunn wasn’t gonna disappoint me his comic book movies always make me feel things which is why I’m so excited to see his dc universe unlike what the Snyder cult are saying. He always knows how to balance the serious with the comedy which is why I love his work in comic book movies.
Loved it. Honestly has me excited for James Gunn’s DCverse. I haven’t like any of the DCEU movies really, this has me pumped for the future of DC though!
Agree with your thoughts. I wasn't a huge fan of this movie. It was decent.
Just saw it today. 4/5 mostly great humor, great music, awesome action. Not the biggest fan of no rocket till act 3 and some humor is not so good. Also the big showdown of rocket and the Villan was rushed. But great conclusion
I'd say Marvel isn't in a slow decline but rather a free fall. I went into this with low expectations and was wonderfully surprised. I really liked this one. Laughed a lot, felt the emotions and overall satisfied like Marvel hasn't been able to do for awhile. Guardians has always been a Marvel bright spot tho. I HATED the way they did Adam Warlock tho. Bad move IMO. Glad my daughter said we were going to watch this. 8/10
This was the first guardians movie I’ve seen in theaters and I loved it.
This movie had no business being as good as it was. It started off dangerously close to reaching Thor: Love & Thunder levels. Once a certain scene involving Rocket happened; the whole movie completely flipped! This is a top 5 Marvel movie in my book.
I haven't seen the movie yet but I will soon and I really can't wait to see it but it sounds to me like rocket is gonna die in this one and if that happens in a way that'll make me cry I'll probably tear up as well
i don’t get peoples problems with volume 2?…. it was easily one of my favorite mcu movies! the criticisms just never added up to me
I agree GOTG is top 5 MCU and top 10 comic book film all of time
Where’s the Antman review
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Saw this yesterday I thought it was great ending to the trilogy
Codyyyyyy! Good review. However, Didn’t we just experience “emotion” 6 months ago in BP Wakanda Forever. You mention, he’s been a REALLY LONG TIME since we experienced emotion in Marvel movie.
Maybe that slipped his mind but I would say the difference is that this came from the story where as wakanda forever’s emotion basically came from the real life death of Chadwick Boseman.
Drax was my favorite part of this movie
Thank you for the warning on animal cruelty. You know I always ask. Hubby wants to see this one this weekend and at least now I'm prepared for a lot of mess I'm probably gonna cry through.
With the MCU I feel like we got a full decade of building up to this thing and they did it in such an organic way that it captured lightening. They could've ended with End Game and it would have been ABSOLUTELY beautiful. Now it just feels like they are trying to capture it twice and the truth is, the heart of the MCU started with Downey and while everyone has done a stellar job and I love these characters...the story feels done. A lot of us said it when End Game concluded that we will NEVER have an experience like this again in our lifetimes and they keep trying to push forward. Did I like some movies that have come after End Game? Yes. Would I ever watch them again? Probably not. Have I gone back through and watched the original timeline though with Thanos? Several times.
MILES better than Vol 2. I completely agree with the soundtrack being forced, it was just too much. Other than that, very good mix of funny and emotional with real high stakes. A good time at the movies, though we came home and hugged our fur children a little harder ❤
This is what I don't understand. Why doesn't Marvel and DC make their heroes and villains as powerful as they are in the comics? It feels like they would be much better movies in my opinion. Like I love a lot of underrated heroes and villains. But, they have to weaken them for the movies. So, why don't they make both heroes and villains just like the comics?
Marvel needs to promote this film as an anti animal cruelty film and release short action reels for each main character to get action Marvel fans hype for the visuals and action. Solved
Atom Warlock was a mamas boy 😂
i didnt cry tho
DC Comics Movie Universe is in good hands.
Yeah I agree about the villain I just didn't care for him at all I think marvel and all these big budget movies in general they have to do a better job with the villains but overall I very much enjoyed this movie 👍
Biggest takeaway James Gunn knows what he’s doing I can’t wait to see what he does to the DCU
Damn am I the only one who liked vol.2 lol. Seems like every review I’ve seen disliked it now
I thought Vol 2 was much better than Vol 1