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10 Things About The Guardians of the Galaxy Movies That Have Aged Poorly
When Guardians of the Galaxy debuted in 2014, it was a breath of fresh air for the MCU, but years later certain aspects have not stood the test of time. James Gunn’s Guardians of the Galaxy trilogy depicted the eponymous team’s adventures in the MCU timeline. Its irreverent humor, stellar soundtrack, and colorful characters made it an instant fan favorite. However, as time has passed and audience expectations have evolved, certain elements of the Guardians trilogy haven’t aged as gracefully as others.
The first Guardians of the Galaxy movie is widely considered one of the MCU’s best movies to date. It took a group of obscure Marvel characters and turned them into household names. The combination of retro aesthetics, heartfelt storytelling, and ensemble cast dynamics propelled the films to massive critical and commercial success. It was promptly followed by two sequels. However, as with any cultural phenomenon,…
- The portrayal of Gamora as a stereotypical "strong female character" who is defined by her physical abilities and not much else.
- Drax’s constant jokes about his tragic backstory and inability to understand metaphorical language, which can come off as insensitive or mocking of trauma.
- The use of outdated pop culture references that may not resonate with audiences today.
- The treatment of Yondu as a lovable rogue despite his abusive behavior towards Peter Quill.
- The lack of diversity in the main cast, with the only non-white characters being portrayed as villains or side characters.
- The casual use of violence and destruction without much regard for the consequences, which can feel tone-deaf in today’s climate.
- The over-reliance on humor and quips to lighten serious or emotional moments, which can undermine the gravity of certain scenes.
- The romanticization of toxic relationships, such as the dynamic between Peter Quill and Gamora.
- The portrayal of mental illness and trauma as comedic or exaggerated, particularly with characters like Rocket and Drax.
- The lack of depth and development for certain characters, such as Nebula and Mantis, who are relegated to supporting roles without much agency or growth.
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