Transformers Review Summary
Transformers is a fitting follow-on to the cartoon from the 80s. Great special effects abound as robots transform into cars, trucks, helicopters, etc. Transformers zips along "at a pace that makes its 144 minutes rush by without a slack moment." Many reviewers went into seeing this live action film without many expectations, but found Transformers to be a crazy nail-biting ride. Shia LeBeouf is on a tear recently after the success of Disturbia, and put in a compelling, humorous performance as the nerd turned hero. Being a fan of the original Transformers series isn't series isn't necessary to enjoy the film. In fact, a few diehards of the original don't find this to measure up. Yet, all reviewers seem to be "completely amazed with the special effects."
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Most HelpfulFavorable Review
Transformers, they were not around when I was growing up but I being a cartoon buff, I remember well the cartoon I used to watch in my twenties. The carton was hit and miss and hard to catch on television, but the story is as old as human kind: good (The Autobots led by Optimus Prime) versus evil (The...
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Shia LeBeouf is on a tear recently and puts in a compelling and humorous performance as the nerd, turned hero, gets the girl and saves the world central hero. Megan Fox,... read full review »
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The satisfaction it delivers is no doubt helped by a sense of lowered expectations. This is a movie based on a TV cartoon show nearly 25 years old, which was created to sell a line Japanese robot toys. Add to the equation that it’s directed by Michael Bay, whose films traditionally rake in loads of cash... read full review »
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Transformers was one of my childhood favorites; I had all the action figures, even Sam and Mikaela. I first heard about this movie while watching Clerks 2 but, I thought it was just something thrown in the movie for dialog and humor. I did a little checking and sure enough, there was a live action Transformers movie in the works. I was excited to say the least.
Plot: A civilization of robots are searching the galaxy for something called the All Spark. The All Spark can rebuild their civilization and return it to its former glory and it just so happens that it crashed landed on the Earth. The good...
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To be honest, I wasn’t expecting much from Transformers besides good special effects. I figured it would be best to go in with low expectations and prepare for a so-so movie. I sure as heck wasn’t ready to be thoroughly entertained from beginning to end!
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The one thing I thought would be decent – the special effects – weren’t decent at all, they were amazing. I was like a little child sitting in the theater, gazing up in absolute awe at the movie magic displayed onscreen. The one phrase running continuously through my head was ‘This is so cool!’
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Unbelievable! This movie surprised the heck out me. I had no idea what I was in store for. I was beyond pleased. The special effects are truly one of a kind and will definitely set the standards high for other films. The humor was funny and on-target. The writing and graphics were very creative. I had to get this movie for my kids for Christmas. Actually Santa did! This lead kid has mega talent. He was born to act and does it effortlessly. Way to go!!! Clean, fun and definitely entertaining ~
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read full review »Well, I noticed almost immediately that all four reviews for Transformers were written by men. I just had to butt in with my two cents. I am a 23 year old girl that absolutely LOVED this movie.
From start to finish, Transformers is crazy, nail-biting ride. It stands up to the intense suspense that earned it an R rating. However, due to a fight by Michael Bay, the rating was reduced to PG-13. (My husband is a Transformers geek, therefore I knew about the fight over the rating before the movie even hit the theaters.) Transformers had the audience cheering audibly when Bumblebee convinced...
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As a fan of the original series, I loved the movie. While the movie took some liberty with the back-story of the origins of the Transformers - i.e. what is their purpose on Earth, when did they arrive - it is largely true to the cartoon. The transform process was smooth. It was actually more believable to see the vehicles transform into humanoid forms in the movie than it was in the cartoon...I always wondered what happened to Prime's trailer when he transformed... The action scenes were well done, though it was sometimes hard to keep track of which figures were Autobots and which were...
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| Movie Title |
Transformers |
| Format Type |
DVD |
| Film Genre |
Action & Adventure Action & Adventure Family Movies In Theaters in 2009 Sci Fi & Fantasy |
| MPAA Rating |
PG-13 PG-13 PG-13 |
| Tags |
Autobots Cartoon Robots based on TV based on anime based on toy nostalgic |
| Key Information |
Directors Michael Bay Stars Shia LaBeouf Actors Bernie Mac Genre Action/Adventure Subgenre Aliens MPAA Rating PG-13 (MPAA) Available Formats DVD: Movie Cash Coupon UPC 032429062345 Release Date 2007 Running Time 2hr 23min |
| Languages |
Original Language English |
| DVD Editions |
DVD Editions DVD: Movie Cash Coupon2hr 23minParamount Home EntertainmentJune 16, 2009PG-13 (MPAA)032429062345 |
| Credits |
Screenwriter Alex Kurtzman |
| Professional Reviews |
Professional Reviews (07/06/2007, p.6D, Claudia Puig): "[T]he ideal summer blockbuster with its simple good guys-vs.-bad guys plot, cheeky humor... |
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5.00 overall from 11 reviews
