Visually spectacular, sometimes funny, unengaging characters

Rating: 5/10 (7 August 2014)

To start with the good points the effects and battles are quite visually spectacular. The out of place humor is funny now and then. But the characters aren't familiar so the don't end up really engaging the viewer. Can't feel for them. The first part of the movie was confusing figuring out who is fighting who for what. It all felt a bit pointless and silly after a while.
Zoe Saldana looks pretty slim. Chris Pratt the ordinary guy isn't charismatic enough to lead a movie. Just cause he shed a few pounds doesn't mean he's suddenly watchable. The silly creatures are tiresome after a while.
I don't think this one is that great despite all the hype and high production values. If you just forget about story and sit back and watch the visuals it's okay but it doesn't deserve any follow up.