Not Half Bad

Rating: 7/10 (16 August 2017)

I have a degree is English literature from the University of Washington. This qualifies me for only two things; I can teach, and I can be a snob about movies. I read some of the bad reviews of Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2, and I was ready to hate it. Surprise! It's really enjoyable. OK, when we compile our lists of the most influential movies we've seen, this won't be on anyone's list. It breaks no new ground. The characters don't develop much. The plot has so many holes you could drain your pasta. Boo hoo! Cry me a river.
It's fun. The special effects are amazing. The colors are brilliant. The action is well-paced. For the haters, get over yourselves. It's not that kind of movie. You like all the characters. Even the villains are thoroughly enjoyable. The violence is slapstick, and makes you smile. You know nothing bad is going to happen to anyone important. Even when bad guys die, it's nothing more than a "darn it, you got me" moment.
Is Guardians of the Galaxy, Vol. 2 a great movie? No. Should you expect to enjoy it? Yes! (Unless you sat on something, and it's still lodged firmly inside you.) Will I watch the inevitable Vol 3? You betcha. Can't wait!