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Based on the Hasbro toy line that initially captivated kids in the 1980s, director Michael Bay's TRANSFORMERS finds two warring bands of shape-shifting alien robots renewing their intergalactic conflict on Earth. While the Decepticons, followers of the malevolent Megatron (voiced by Hugo Weaving), strive to take over the planet, the Autobots, led by the valiant Optimus Prime (voiced by Peter Cullen), are intent on protecting humanity. When young Sam Witwicky (Shia LaBeouf) discovers that his new car is really the Autobot Bumblebee (voiced by Mark Ryan), it sets the stage for a massive giant-robot showdown. A shining example of the Hollywood summer blockbuster at its best, TRANSFORMERS combines stunning CGI effects and thrilling action sequences with drama, humour, and a touch of romance. Featuring a large cast that includes Josh Duhamel, Tyrese Gibson, Jon Voight, John Turturro, Anthony Anderson, and Rachael Taylor, the film is anchored by LaBeouf, who always displays an engaging Everyman charm, whether he’s running from colossal robots, interacting with his well-meaning parents (hilariously played by Kevin Dunn and Julie White), or pining for his gorgeous classmate (Megan Fox). While some TRANSFORMERS purists may be dismayed by certain aspects of this bold big-screen adaptation (Bumblebee is a Camaro instead of a Volkswagen), the movie balances its spectacle with an admirable amount of substance, giving it an appeal far beyond pre-teen boys and their nostalgic Autobot-loving elders.
Transformers Review
Massive explosions, slow-mo and very little discernible plot - that's right folks, it's a new movie from director Michael Bay. But the good news is that he's thrown a whole bunch of giant alien robots into the mix and made the film he was probably born to make. For those who don't know about "Transformers" the premise is simple; they are two warring factions (the Autobots are the goodies, the Decepticons the baddies) of a technological race who can 'transform' into machines in order blend into their surroundings. Well poor Sam Witwicky (Shia LeBeouf) gets caught up in the middle of things when he gets a new car only to see it change into a twenty foot robot before his eyes. You see Sam's ancestor stumbled upon something many years before and it could turn the war in one direction or another and now both sides want it.
It is vital that anyone going to see "Transformers" remembers one thing - this is not high art. But what it is is a thoroughly enjoyable, leave-your-brain-at-the-door, popcorn blockbuster that ticks all the right boxes. Things blow up, people run around firing guns and massive metal monsters go toe-to-toe while a deafening sound mix threatens to make your ears bleed; what better way is there to spend a Saturday night?
LeBeouf is good in the (human) lead while Megan Fox smoulders beside him as his love interest. The rest of the cast are pretty indistinct although John Turturro is badly miscast as a bumbling spook but what people really want to see at the Transformers themselves and yes, they do look remarkably good. Credit too to Bay for bringing back Peter Cullen, who voiced Optimus Prime in the cartoon series, for the live action version.
In short "Transformers" won't change your life, but it will give you a damn fun couple of hours in the cinema.
Special Features
- Commentary
- The Story Sparks
- Human Allies
- I Fight Giant Robots
- Battleground
- Rise of the Robots
- AUTOBOTS Roll Out
- DECEPTICONS Strike
- Inside the AllSpark
- The SKORPONOK Desert Attack
- Concepts
- Trailers
Technical Details
Region 2
Sound: Dolby Digital
Running Time: 143 minutes
Production Year: 2007
Main Language: English
Genre: Action Adventure
Certificate: 12 Suitable for Persons Aged 12 or Over
Directed by: Michael Bay
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