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An old buddy from high school texted me, "See Guardians." So, I rented the first one and enjoyed it well enough. I only laughed hysterically once or twice, but I remained amused the whole time and I loved the soundtrack – basically the songs of my teenage years. The sequel continued that soundtrack. I don't know how younger (or older) generations will experience the interaction of these sci-fi superhero adventures with music from the late 1070's/early 80's (write in and tell me), but I found it a welcomingly surreal and surprisingly warm. The sequel also upped the humor quotient and sported a rather strong twisting story with an impressive wealth of finessed and changing relationships. It's a beautiful thing, not often done well. In fact, films with a plethora of main characters often struggle to coordinate them artfully at all, and here, filmmakers nuance shifting relationships with confidence and style. Nicely done. I also enjoyed the use of video game sound FX of the past giving voice to war machines of the future. These touches are not only funny, but also cajole a tickling nostalgia for those of us of a certain age. Funny, well-pace, good music, action, and surprisingly warm and fuzzy. Don't be surprised if you get choked up … just a little. |
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Copyright © 1998-2023 Ross Anthony, Author - Speaker - Solo World Circumnavigator In addition to reviewing films and interviewing celebs at HollywoodReportCard.com, traveling the world, composing great music, motivational speaking, Mr. Anthony also runs his own publishing company in the Los Angeles area. While traversing the circumference of the planet writing books and shooting documentaries, Mr. Anthony has taught, presented for, worked &/or played with locals in over 30 countries & 100 cities (Nairobi to Nagasaki). He's bungee-jumped from a bridge near Victoria Falls, wrestled with lions in Zimbabwe, crashed a Vespa off a high mountain road in Taiwan, and ridden a dirt bike across the States (Washington State to Washington DC). To get signed books ("Rodney Appleseed" to "Jinshirou") or schedule Ross to speak check out: www.RossAnthony.com or call 1-800-767-7186.
Go into the world and inspire the people you meet with your love, kindness, and whatever it is you're really good at. Check out books by Ross Anthony. Rand() functions, Pho chicken soup, rollerblading, and frozen yogurt (w/ blueberries) also rock! (Btw, rand is short for random. It can also stand for "Really Awkward Nutty Dinosaurs" -- which is quite rand, isn't it?) Being alive is the miracle. Special thanks to Ken Kocanda, HAL, Jodie Keszek, Don Haderlein, Mom and Pops, my family, R. Foss, and many others by Ross Anthony. Galati-FE also deserves a shout out. And thanks to all of you for your interest and optimism. Enjoy great films, read stirring novels, grow. |
