First Reactions to Marvel's GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY VOL. 3 Call It Sad, Dark, Brilliant, Funny, and Perfect

The first reactions to Marvel’s highly anticipated film Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 have hit social media, and as expected, when we go see this movie, it sounds like we are going to need to bring a box of tissues with us.

The movie is described as being emotional and heart-wrenching as weil as the darkest and saddest MCU film that’s been made. But, the movie is also said to be hilarious, fun, and a “brilliant end to a brilliant trilogy.” There’s also a lot of praise of Will Poulter’s Adam Warlock, which is cool to hear!

It seems like director James Gunn brought his A-game to this movie, and that fans of the Guardians of the Galaxy franchise are to love what it delivers and how it brings a close to these lovable misfit MCU characters. But, it’s not going to be an easy last ride for us either. This one is going to hurt a little bit.

Check out some of the reviews below and tell us what you think!

Guardians of the Galaxy Vol 3 is a brilliant end to a brilliant trilogy. It's very funny, emotional and everybody gets their stand-out moment. Will Poulter's Warlock is a terrific addition, yet the focus is rightly on telling a satisfying end for the Guardians. Gonna miss them. pic.twitter.com/ot6L67Q9Cf

— Ian Sandwell (@ian_sandwell) April 22, 2023

Can confirm that I shed a tear during #GuardiansOfTheGalaxyVol3 . And that I would very happily watch an Adam Warlock solo movie. Full review (and interviews with the cast) coming very soon. pic.twitter.com/JqzoybOHQx

— Rory Cashin (@roarEcashin) April 22, 2023

This movie... my heart is full and broken at the same time, it was a LOT to process, a very complex story but it left me feeling awesome#GotGVol3 #GuardiansOfTheGalaxyVol3 pic.twitter.com/ANahOaLlgk

— Lily la Fourmi (@FourmiLily) April 22, 2023

#GuardiansOfTheGalaxyVol3 is, more than ever, Star Wars as a stoner comedy. Lovable weirdos, big Marvel action and goofy jokes. But nothing can prepare you for all the emotions. Rocket Raccoon’s origin story is beautiful and heart-wrenching.

— Alexander Kardelo (@dunerfors) April 22, 2023

After seeing it twice I can safely say #GuardiansOfTheGalaxyVol3 completes the perfect MCU trilogy.

It’s heartbreaking and hilarious and I’ve loved this team from the first ooga shaka. A blast for 10 years 👏

— Emil Franchi (@emil_franchi) April 22, 2023

#GuardiansOfTheGalaxyVol3 ist trotz des Humors der wohl traurigste & düsterste MCU-Film & ein wundervoll-runder Abschluss von Gunns Trilogie, wo jeder im Kampf gg. einen hundsgemeinen (aber eher flachen) Bösewicht noch mal seinen großen Moment bekommt. Taschentücher bereithalten! pic.twitter.com/EnPS5qXmWe

— Markus Trutt (@Thr3eHeadedMonk) April 22, 2023

Translation: "Despite the humor #GuardiansOfTheGalaxyVol3 is probably the saddest & darkest MCU film & a wonderfully rounded conclusion to Gunn's trilogy, where everyone in the fight against a mean (but rather shallow) villain gets their big moment again. Have tissues ready!"

#GuardianesDeLaGalaxia3
tiene set pieces de acción espectaculares, es divertida, entretenida y emotiva. Es un cierre perfecto y precioso para sus personajes y la saga. Y es la mejor película de Marvel desde Endgame (y Top3 en general) 💜 pic.twitter.com/XI21QgKpqR

— Valentina Morillo (@thursnext) April 22, 2023

Translation: "It has spectacular action set pieces, is fun, entertaining, and emotional. It is a perfect and beautiful closure for its characters and the saga. And it's the best Marvel movie since Endgame (and Top3 in general)."

In a recent interview with Gunn, he explained that this next chapter of the story is “not about saving the universe – it’s about the Guardians saving themselves.” I love that about this story.

In Marvel Studios’ Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 our beloved band of misfits are settling into life on Knowhere. But it isn’t long before their lives are upended by the echoes of Rocket’s turbulent past. Peter Quill, still reeling from the loss of Gamora, must rally his team around him on a dangerous mission to save Rocket’s life—a mission that, if not completed successfully, could quite possibly lead to the end of the Guardians as we know them.

Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 stars Chris Pratt as Star-Lord, Zoe Saldana as Gamora, Dave Bautista as Drax, Karen Gillan as Nebula, Sean Gunn as Kraglin/on-set Rocket, Pom Klementieff as Mantis, Bradley Cooper as Rocket, and Vin Diesel as Groot. New additions to the cast also include Will Poulter as Adam Warlock and Chukwudi Iwuji as the High Evolutionary as well as Daniela Melchior, Nico Santos, and Borat Subsequent Moviefilm's Maria Bakalova as Cosmo the Spacedog.

Marvel Studios’ Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 opens in U.S. theaters on May 5.