Ep 28. 'Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3' Director Selects
- January 17, 2019
IMDbrief is a show aimed to provide the audience with a quick and informative look inside the entertainment industry. In this episode, titled 'Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 Director Selects,' the host analyzes the highly anticipated third installment of the 'Guardians of the Galaxy' franchise.
The episode begins with the host discussing the recent updates given by James Gunn, the movie's director. Gunn had earlier revealed that the movie would conclude the story arc of the beloved group of anti-heroes. The host also mentions that the movie was initially set to release in 2020 but had been delayed due to Gunn's temporary termination from the project.
The show proceeds to feature some of the cast members' interviews. They praise the director's storytelling and vision and express their excitement to work on the project. The host also mentions the possible cast additions to the movie, including Will Poulter and Zac Efron. However, no official announcement has been made regarding their roles.
As the name suggests, the episode revolves around the Director Selects, which are the songs that James Gunn has handpicked for the movie's soundtrack. The show provides a brief history of the soundtracks used in the previous 'Guardians of the Galaxy' movies, which had gained immense popularity.
The host proceeds to discuss the first song from the soundtrack, which was revealed in January 2021. The song, titled "I Want You Back," is a classic hit by the Jackson 5, and the host expresses their excitement for what the rest of the soundtrack entails. The episode then proceeds to speculate on what other classic tunes Gunn could potentially include in the soundtrack.
In the second half of the episode, the IMDbrief team looks at the possible plot and storyline for the movie. The host mentions the comic book storyline called 'The Universal Church of Truth' and how the movie could potentially follow that plotline. However, as with previous Marvel movies, the plot remains under wraps, and no official announcement has been made.
The team also considers the recent announcement by James Gunn that the movie would not feature any major character deaths. This information has been highly reassuring for fans concerned about their favorite characters' fate.
The episode concludes with the host reiterating the audience's excitement for the movie, currently set to release in 2023. The show provides valuable insights into the movie, bringing fans up to speed on all the recent news and speculations.
In conclusion, the IMDbrief episode 'Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 Director Selects' provides viewers with an in-depth analysis of the highly anticipated third installment of the 'Guardians of the Galaxy' franchise, detailing the cast and director's vision while analyzing potential plotlines, soundtrack, and more.