{"id":771,"date":"2023-09-10T08:00:00","date_gmt":"2023-09-10T06:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.senses.se\/en\/review-guardians-of-the-galaxy-vol-3-uhd\/"},"modified":"2026-03-21T18:18:13","modified_gmt":"2026-03-21T17:18:13","slug":"review-guardians-of-the-galaxy-vol-3-uhd","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.senses.se\/en\/review-guardians-of-the-galaxy-vol-3-uhd\/","title":{"rendered":"Review: Guardians of the Galaxy \u2013 Vol. 3 (UHD)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Having previously reviewed Guardians of the Galaxy – Vol.3<\/strong><\/a> during its theatrical release, this review will focus specifically on the UHD edition<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Guardians of the Galaxy – Vol.3<\/em> is the thirty-second installment in the MCU<\/a><\/strong> (Marvel Cinematic Universe)<\/strong> and, notably, the film that rekindled my interest in Marvel. Recent years have seen a proliferation of films, many of which have lacked compelling narratives, significant challenges, and meaningful consequences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Guardians of the Galaxy – Vol.3<\/em> proved even more engaging upon a second viewing, solidifying its position as the most emotionally resonant film within the MCU. As previously noted, the film is not without its imperfections. The filmmakers’ inclination towards Bautista’s<\/strong> portrayal of Drax<\/strong> occasionally leads to jokes being prolonged and repeated excessively. However, these are minor shortcomings. The visual effects, too, appear improved compared to other films in the franchise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The visual presentation is in 2160p<\/strong> with HDR<\/strong>, resulting in a vibrant picture with excellent color accuracy. Select sequences are presented in IMAX<\/strong> format, expanding the aspect ratio from 2.39:1<\/strong> to fill the screen during key action scenes and the final battle. The high bitrate ensures smooth playback, even during rapid panning shots, with no discernible blooming or compression artifacts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The audio is presented in Dolby Atmos<\/strong>, providing a well-executed and immersive surround sound experience. However, the initial audio mix is notably low. An approximate 10dB<\/em> increase in volume was required to achieve a comparable listening level. Once adjusted, the audio performance is commendable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The UHD edition includes a wealth of supplementary material, offering both entertainment and insightful information. Of particular interest is the commentary track featuring director James Gunn<\/strong>, providing a deeper exploration of the film’s creation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In conclusion, Guardians of the Galaxy – Vol.3<\/em> remains a must-see<\/em> film and stands as one of the strongest entries in the MCU. It sets a high benchmark for future installments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

SF Studios<\/a><\/em><\/strong> provided the review copy for this evaluation. Provision of materials does not influence our editorial independence; our reviews are conducted impartially, with a focus on the interests of our readers and consumers.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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