Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 is a gorgeous spectacle that confuses schmaltz for sentimentality
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James Gunn’s third Guardians movie is packed with stunning set pieces, but its saccharine attempts at sentimentality and a by-the-numbers plot keep it from ever reaching lift-off.