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Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3

Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3

Science Fiction · Adventure · Action · 2023

Peter Quill, still reeling from the loss of Gamora, must rally his team around him to defend the universe along with protecting one of their own. A mission that, if not completed successfully, could quite possibly lead to the end of the Guardians as we know them.

Movie details

Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3

“Once more with feeling.”

2023 Science Fiction · Adventure · Action 2h 30m

Critical arithmetic

One number, for now.

TMDB

7.9 / 10

Community rating

Peter Quill, still reeling from the loss of Gamora, must rally his team around him to defend the universe along with protecting one of their own. A mission that, if not completed successfully, could quite possibly lead to the end of the Guardians as we know them.

CriticWise case file

What this film says about your taste.

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The archetype split

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Names above the title

The people responsible.

Directed by

James Gunn

Written by

James Gunn

Chris Pratt

Chris Pratt

Peter Quill / Star-Lord

Zoe Saldaña

Zoe Saldaña

Gamora

Dave Bautista

Dave Bautista

Drax

Karen Gillan

Karen Gillan

Nebula

Pom Klementieff

Pom Klementieff

Mantis

Vin Diesel

Vin Diesel

Groot (voice)

Bradley Cooper

Bradley Cooper

Rocket (voice)

Court is in session

Put Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 on trial.

Two incompatible taste archetypes. One film. Read the arguments, then issue a completely binding cultural ruling.

The defence The Adrenaline Seeker

“Momentum is a formal choice.”

The velocity sharpens instinct and tension, making every beat land before self-importance can settle in.

The prosecution The Auteur Devotee

“Speed as an alibi.”

The film races past its weak spots and hopes acceleration will keep the audience from inspecting the evidence.