The Guardians Of The Frickin’ Galaxy

Gather round, boys, girls, and giraffes. We’d like to tell you a story full of action, adventure, and a bug lady too ugly to be romanced (according to Drax). It’s the story of how heroes are made and a blue-skinned alien dude becomes a female British nanny.

That’s right, it’s Marvel Studios’ Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol. 2, available on Digital August 8, Blu-ray August 22, and New to 4K UHD. Before you rush out to your local Blockbuster for a copy, here’s a few behind the scenes tidbits.

Ever wonder how the cast acted alongside a 10-inch tall CGI baby tree? Well, Groot was there in real life. Sort of. The crew used a stand-in maquette to give the actors something to interact with. No word if Fake Baby Groot received real life snuggles.

When you watch a Guardians film, the music is meant to move you. It moves the actors too. The instrumental score by Tyler Bates and classic rock soundtrack are played aloud or via ear pieces during filming. “Sometimes it allows an actor to go farther, be broader, be more intense,” says James Gunn.

Baby Groot tax! Aww, who’s our favorite little plant with a somewhat limited vocabulary? You are, Groot. Marvel Studios’ Guardians of The Galaxy Vol. 2 is available on Digital August 8, Blu-ray August 22, and New to 4K UHD.