GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY!! finally. I've been waiting to see this movie ever since seeing its first teaser trailer at SDCC 2013 and it definitely lived up to the hype. The film is directed by James Gunn, who wrote the screenplay with Nicole Perlman, and features Chris Pratt, Zoe Saldana, Dave Bautista, Vin Diesel, Bradley Cooper, Lee Pace, Michael Rooker, Karen Gillan, Djimon Hounsou, John C. Reilly, Glenn Close, and Benicio del Toro. Peter Quill/Star Lord (Chris Pratt) is a daring, witty, doofusy treasure hunter. Hailing originally from Earth, he was abducted when he was a kid and now lives throughout the galaxy. After stealing a mysterious orb, hes the subject of a massive manhunt started by Ronan the Accuser. Ronan sends one of the daughter of Thanos, Gamora (Zoe Saldana) to retrieve the orb. Also on his trail for entirely other reason are Rocket Racoon and Groot. After Spotting Quill with the orb on Xandar with the orb, Rocket decides the orb could be worth some money to the right buyer. After their interactions land them all in Space Prison, they decide to band together to escape, retrieve the orb and save the galaxy... because you know.. that's what heroes do.
Why should you see this movie?. cause its good... why is it good? Heres 4 reasons cuz this is THE4LIST yo
4. NEBULA
Being a 'space' flick, were introduced to a lot of alien species. Very unlike most comic book movies that take place on Earth. While Rocket and Groot undoubtedly steal the show with their tongue and cheek one liners. Karen Gillan does an amazing job as Nebula, the second daughter to Thanos. I'm a HUGE HUGE HUGE Karen Gillan fan. She played Amy Pond on Doctor Who and seeing her last year at San Diego Comic Con for the surprise Guardian's Panel was a treat. She is known for her gorgeous red locks. She came on stage as beautiful as ever only to remove a 'wig made from her own hair' and let everyone know she's serious about this acting thing..... head fully shaved for her role as 'Nebula'. Its great to see actors going the extra step for what they love, especially if its Gillan.
3. YONDU
Rooker holds his own playing yet another 'asshole'. He is typecast constantly, but it fits. He always plays a semi antagonist that you hate but 'sorta' like. Same holds true here in his portrayal of 'Yondu Udonta'. Space Pirate/Bounty hunter/mercenary responsible for the abduction of Peter Quill and only out to make a buck and kill anyone who crosses him in that pursuit. Seeing as Rooker does such a good job playing a 'dick' , he's the perfect fit for Yondu. He's one of those characters you love to hate (like all his roles) and fits in amazingly well in this world assembled by Gunn. I loved him as Merle in 'The Walking Dead' seeing as we were supposed to hate Merle, and I loved him here. ...complete with whistley arrows.
2. ROCKET AND GROOT
I don't even know what to say here. Rocket Raccoon (Bradley Cooper) and Groot (Vin Diesel sort of) steal the spotlight time and time again. The entire main cast stands out (with the exception of Bautista) but Groot and Rocket are the major comic relief (Pratt bringing his own). They look amazing, the CGI is phenomenal. They just make a stellar team.... see how punny that is right there?
1. Soundtrack
One best highlight of Guardian's and probably one of its greatest standouts is its soundtrack. Littered throughout Guardians is a great 70's mix tape owned by Peter Quill. We hear it throughout the movie and it rocks!.. I simply LOVE this soundtrack. It has to be one of the best for any movie out there to date.
1."Hooked on a Feeling" Blue Swede
2."Go All the Way" Raspberries
3."Spirit in the Sky" Norman Greenbaum
4."Moonage Daydream" David Bowie
5."Fooled Around and Fell in Love" Elvin Bishop
6."I'm Not in Love" 10cc
7."I Want You Back" The Jackson 5
8."Come and Get Your Love" Redbone
10."Escape (The Piña Colada Song)" Rupert Holmes
11."O-o-h Child" Five Stairsteps
12."Ain't No Mountain High Enough" Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell
You have too see this movie unless you're my parents. They're content with Forrest Gump.