Transformers
Paramount Pictures | Release Date: July 3, 2007
6.9
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6
ArielG.Sep 22, 2007
This movie had so much potential, but sadly it didn't live up to it. The problem is that it was a typical Michael Bay film. A Michael Bay film = loud explosions + flashy editing + beautiful people + lots and lots of slow-motion shots This movie had so much potential, but sadly it didn't live up to it. The problem is that it was a typical Michael Bay film. A Michael Bay film = loud explosions + flashy editing + beautiful people + lots and lots of slow-motion shots (mostly of people turning their heads. That is so 90's!) + incessant music throughout + constant product placement + lots of cheesy scenes + fake sentimentality, then take away a decent plot and story, character development, and credibility and substance. There were times when I thought I was watching Bad Boys II and Pearl Harbor, and I don't mean that in a good way. Transformers could've, and should've, been a lot better, but it sadly wasn't. In saying that, it wasn't bad solely as an action movie, but I don't think I'll be watching it again a second time.… Expand
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ErnstK.Sep 24, 2007
"So much potential and yet bad movie ... bla bla bla" Honestly people don't rush with judging only cause you watched this movie on a PC, bad quality cause torrents didn't have anything better than 700 MB. None of you would call it "So much potential and yet bad movie ... bla bla bla" Honestly people don't rush with judging only cause you watched this movie on a PC, bad quality cause torrents didn't have anything better than 700 MB. None of you would call it bad if u saw it in Cinema, with all the effects exposed! So please shut the hell up and use the brain. Good movie from storyline not so great for a movie, it could turn out to Disney-like movie but thanks God it didn't, Good movie, and its strength is purely in the SOUND and VISUAL EFFECTS. Please don't watch it on 17' pc screen ... or at least don't comment after that.… Expand
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RodrigoGSep 26, 2007
Epileptic camera and hyperactive editing, so-so actors, a very poorly written story, and the most stupid jokes about... robot urine?! Give me a break. The visual effects are awesome, but a few decent action scenes can't turn this mess Epileptic camera and hyperactive editing, so-so actors, a very poorly written story, and the most stupid jokes about... robot urine?! Give me a break. The visual effects are awesome, but a few decent action scenes can't turn this mess into a good movie.… Expand
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BenL.Apr 14, 2008
So, okay, I guess I'm the only one who's not a critic who didn't like this movie. I'll be honest, this movie was a big disappointment, and my least favorite of the summer so far. Transformers delivered on its promise of So, okay, I guess I'm the only one who's not a critic who didn't like this movie. I'll be honest, this movie was a big disappointment, and my least favorite of the summer so far. Transformers delivered on its promise of stunning action and visual effects. The opening sequence in Qatar was literally jaw-dropping. My friend next to me had to push my mouth back up. Absolutely stunning. The final 45 minutes were also full of jaw-dropping visual effects, the most amazing shot being Optimus and Megatron flying through a building in downtown Los Angeles. Unfortunately, there's another hour and twenty minutes of the movie that we have to sit through. The plot for this movie is barely enough to cover two hours, let alone close to two and a half. The Decepticons are evil and want to use the Allspark to turn Earth into their new empire. The Autobots have to stop them. That's it. So Bay fills the rest of the movie with total filler material that's about as necessary as the cannibal island in Pirates 2 (meaning completely unnecessary). There is almost no characterization for any of the main characters. There is no depth or motivation for any character. Sam wants to score. Mikaela is there for eye candy. The Sector 7 agent is there for humor only (not to mention poorly executed humor). The Secretary of Defense is there to have a veteran actor on board. The chick hacker is there for eye candy. And that's just the humans. The Transformers have no character development whatsoever. They're giant five-story tall robots that transform into cars and blow things up. Nothing more. There are no relationships explored between robots. The closest we come to character development for them is Megatron's line, "You fail me yet again, Starscream." That's it. In the final battle sequence, I found myself disinterested because I didn't care who won. I didn't really care if any of them died. No motivation was explored on either side. It was just Autobots vs. Decepticons. That's just boring. Another thing. I'm able to suspend belief for movies if I have to. I'm a seasoned 24 viewer. But I can't throw believability out the window. Come on. A five-story robot literally pissing on some guy. Give me a freaking break. It's hard enough even accepting that there are five-story tall robots that transform into cars. When you have them do really stupid things like that, you destroy any possible credibility that the movie may have. Bay also tries to insert campy humor into the movie. He fails miserably. The only time I laughed while watching the movie was when the soldier (don't know his name) in Qatar was on the phone with the operator who was asking him about a credit card. That was it. The cheesy humor puts more nails in the grave marked "Credibility and Believability". Finally, we have this massive battle in downtown Los Angeles. Massive death, destruction, and mayhem. And in the end, the government buries the evidence and goes about their normal business. Come on! Like you could cover that up. That's like trying to cover up the destruction of the White House. It's just not possible. Completely impossible. That put the credibility coffin six feet under. So, in the end, this movie focuses on eye candy and nothing else. The effects are eye-popping and jaw dropping. But eye candy will not float a film. To get a really good and entertaining film, you need: 1) characters you care about 2) a plot that is more than twenty words when boiled down 3) stunning action (on which Transformers delivers 4) believability and credibility And all Transformers has is eye candy. It is certainly not "more than meets the eye". 3/10. You also know it's not good when one of the trailer you see (1-18-08) is as memorable as the movie itself. If you want a great action movie this summer, go see Live Free or Die Hard or The Bourne Ultimatum.… Expand
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BlakeMJan 30, 2009
Who knew that a Sci-Fi could be as funny as Transformers. I loved everything about it. I meen come on now, how could you not give this at least an 8. With the right equipment this is the best one since start wars 3 came out.
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jonsMay 31, 2009
Supremely overrated,all my friends think its gods gift to earth and get mad when i try to tell them that its average at best, I liked transformers growing up but this movie isn't good! Transformers 2 looks better but i don't know Supremely overrated,all my friends think its gods gift to earth and get mad when i try to tell them that its average at best, I liked transformers growing up but this movie isn't good! Transformers 2 looks better but i don't know if ill be attending.… Expand
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mattbJun 16, 2009
This is truly an amazing movie and it has everything that it takes to make a winning movie, when i watch this i don't even think of it as a movie, it unlike anything I've seen and the actors are amazing, when I hear someone say it This is truly an amazing movie and it has everything that it takes to make a winning movie, when i watch this i don't even think of it as a movie, it unlike anything I've seen and the actors are amazing, when I hear someone say it wasn't like the transformers i grew up with, there right, it's better it takes transformers to the new age, and any fan boy who watches this and says its not like the series, prolly lives at home with there mom and got scared when they watched this movie.… Expand
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MrDOct 16, 2007
This movie is terrible on so many levels. The attempts at story are painful bouts of product placement, and the Director would have been off making an hour long FX shot and casting off all attempts at cinematic storytelling. Much like an This movie is terrible on so many levels. The attempts at story are painful bouts of product placement, and the Director would have been off making an hour long FX shot and casting off all attempts at cinematic storytelling. Much like an adult movie, the only thing worth watching is the action.… Expand
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JuanN.Oct 19, 2007
Horrible plot, horrible and annoying characters and very few average action scenes.
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VincentH.Oct 19, 2007
An overlong, idea-void mess of a movie. It's just action scene after mind-numbing action scene of huge, clunky, metallic CGI-robots fighting and blowing each other up and blowing up big buildings, and then more robots fight each other An overlong, idea-void mess of a movie. It's just action scene after mind-numbing action scene of huge, clunky, metallic CGI-robots fighting and blowing each other up and blowing up big buildings, and then more robots fight each other and the screen is filled top to bottom with fires and explosions and loud noises. If this sounds like a fun time to you, enjoy. If this all sounds dull and stupid and mind-numbing and unnecessary, you are correct.… Expand
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CodySmithOct 23, 2007
Sure the story might not have been great but how can you look past the action and outstanding CGI.
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ChrisS.Oct 28, 2007
This movie is easily the best movie of the year if not best movie ever. I was sucked into the movie by the speedy movements and the loud noises. Beautiful Megan Fox put Transformers to the top of my "favorite movies ever" list.
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AjPrimoJun 29, 2007
Saw it at a sneak preview a week ago. As with all movies these days the trailers looked great, but the actual movie disappoints. Well, this is one movie that didn't. Might be the coolest movie I've ever seen in a theater. The Saw it at a sneak preview a week ago. As with all movies these days the trailers looked great, but the actual movie disappoints. Well, this is one movie that didn't. Might be the coolest movie I've ever seen in a theater. The perfect summer movie!… Expand
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JeffMJul 11, 2007
If you are a 12 year old boy, and have little interest in a coherent story, then you will love this movie. The rest of you will admire the cool looking CGI while checking your watch every 15 minutes waiting for it to end.
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JamesVJul 11, 2007
read peter v's review..
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TomKJul 12, 2007
This movie is fantastic! it has a few flaws, but visually it's amazing.
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FrankM.Jul 12, 2007
Oh My. J Arr's review almost made this whole movie worth it. My goodness man. I laughed my ass off at your review. You rock dude. I can't believe you're passionately defending this movie. You're a bush vote for sure.
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10
DBJul 14, 2007
I really enjoyed this movie. It's probably one of the most memorable films I've seen in quite a while. I typically have a fairly short attention span, and I personally didn't think of the plot as mindless filler between shiny I really enjoyed this movie. It's probably one of the most memorable films I've seen in quite a while. I typically have a fairly short attention span, and I personally didn't think of the plot as mindless filler between shiny things fighting. The visuals were raw, gritty, and quite stunning. The only bad thing I have to say about the movie, is that it eventually ended and I couldn't watch it anymore. You can't go to a movie like this expecting to have a philosophical and intellectually enlightening revelation. It is what one would expect in a movie about transformers. I found myself watching the film with quite the shit-eating grin on my face for the majority of it. Of course, I grew up in the 80's playing with transformers myself. Conclusively, I feel this movie was worth the cost of the $10.50 admission ticket, and I would see it again. I'm looking forward to the DVD already.… Expand
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SamSJul 14, 2007
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herurJul 14, 2007
Beautiful It really felt like you were there with these amazing giant robots, the action sequences are usually from the point of view of the humans and it gets reallt intense the only thing that brought this movie down a bit for me was the Beautiful It really felt like you were there with these amazing giant robots, the action sequences are usually from the point of view of the humans and it gets reallt intense the only thing that brought this movie down a bit for me was the scene where they're looking for the glasses - a little too long but i just edited that part out in my head I got a little misty eyed remembering fond memories from my childhood overall well worth 10$ and a great diversion from stresses of daily life.… Expand
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GeorgeJul 16, 2007
awesome movie. anyone who says the CGI was poorly done is either blind or some kind of special fx whiz and you're the latter, make us a movie then. otherwise shut up and like others have said before, don't expect a masterpiece - awesome movie. anyone who says the CGI was poorly done is either blind or some kind of special fx whiz and you're the latter, make us a movie then. otherwise shut up and like others have said before, don't expect a masterpiece - just a fun time… Expand
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PeterS.Jul 17, 2007
Transformers has all the makings of a great movie: humor, action, throwbacks to the original cartoon and movie, babes, killer robots, and a story. The people who give this a bad rating are the people who didn't get exactly what they Transformers has all the makings of a great movie: humor, action, throwbacks to the original cartoon and movie, babes, killer robots, and a story. The people who give this a bad rating are the people who didn't get exactly what they wanted in every way. This movie was just plain fun and that is all the movie needed to ever be. I grew up with the transformers and i could not be happier with the movie. Nit picking has given this movie undue low ratings.… Expand
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RobR.Jul 17, 2007
I've had an internal feud with anything "Transformers" so I naturally had very low expectations for this movie.Needless to say i went to see the movie, and loved it. The best special effects I've seen. They do an incredible job of I've had an internal feud with anything "Transformers" so I naturally had very low expectations for this movie.Needless to say i went to see the movie, and loved it. The best special effects I've seen. They do an incredible job of making the movie enjoyable for hardcore fans,and people like me that don't know anything about Transformers. Watch this movie for what it is, a special effects action-comedy movie based on a kids cartoon. Also keep in mind that this is the first movie in a trilogy, so don't get mad if you feel it left out some stuff it should have had. Like the first Pirates movie, this one introduces the main characters, and they will build on the series from that. Overall a great movie, i'm headin' out to see it again right now.… Expand
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10
SimonBJul 18, 2007
Giant robots maiming each other, nothing more needs to be said.
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PeterDJul 18, 2007
This movie was wonderful. I've been a fan of the series since i was a child and seeing all the characters in vivid cgi was amazing! Whats better is the personality of the franchise has been kept along with some of the sound effects This movie was wonderful. I've been a fan of the series since i was a child and seeing all the characters in vivid cgi was amazing! Whats better is the personality of the franchise has been kept along with some of the sound effects which, like the very design of the transformers themselves, gives them identity. I would have liked to see more European cars (jazz should be a Porsche for example) but the movie is funny, scary, exciting, worrying and one of the most entertaining movies I've ever seen.… Expand
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AllanIJul 18, 2007
I thought maybe this would be a film that was a bad Transformers film but still a good film-film. Sadly I was let down. This is just a bad film. I've been a hardcore TF fan since I was a kid, and to those of you who are like "I'm I thought maybe this would be a film that was a bad Transformers film but still a good film-film. Sadly I was let down. This is just a bad film. I've been a hardcore TF fan since I was a kid, and to those of you who are like "I'm not a transformers fan but this film will please both newcomers and hardcore fans alike," please -- stop telling me how I should feel about this film. I already know -- I hated it. And where do you get off pretending to know what will please hardcore fans when you are not one yourself? Just stop.… Expand
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BrentJul 18, 2007
I was absolutely blown away by this movie. The special effects, storyline, and sound were incredible. This is definitely one of my favorites of all time and I highly recommend seeing this movie.
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JohnPJul 18, 2007
Where do I start? The only movie I've ever walked out of, EVER. And I've sat through Bio Dome & Anaconda while scores of people around me walked out. It didn't even matter whether I was a fan of the 80's cartoon (which I Where do I start? The only movie I've ever walked out of, EVER. And I've sat through Bio Dome & Anaconda while scores of people around me walked out. It didn't even matter whether I was a fan of the 80's cartoon (which I was), this was perhaps the worst written movie I've ever seen. Best highlight? When the grunt soldier dials his direct line to the pentagon (apparently all military personnel get a direct phone number to the Pentagon) and a (haha) stereotypical Indian guy answers and starts asking him for his credit card info. Or maybe when the Autobot sends up a blatant ripoff "Bat Signal" light into the sky to call down the other Transformers. Or maybe when G.W. Bush on Airforce One asks the stewardess to bring him some Ringdings, she goes down to the kitchen to get some, unwraps it, drops it on the floor by accident, then picks it up & starts eating it (?!?!). What did I learn from this? Well, (1), if you believe your car is stalking you, don't stay inside nice & safe where you already are, be sure to run outside and hop on your mom's bicycle so it can chase you. (2) high school girls run around with the halfnaked body of a Victoria's Secret model, eating exclusively nothing but Burger King & fixing cars, and (3), the (2nd) smartest internet hacker America has is (once again) a hot 'high school' girl who is 6x as smart as any college-trained pentagon official, is granted top-level military access, & figures everything out in an instant. Did I mention that she (thankfully) happens to live next door to the Pentagon, as does her best friend, the U.S's greatest hacker, the (hahaha) stereotypically overweight jolly African American guy? This is far far beyond check your intellect at the door popcorn movie; this is the stupidest commercial for EBay & GM (oops, I meant movie) that I've ever seen. This is the Billy Madison "everyone in this room is now dumber" speech in real life. If you fancy yourself to have a brain level above that of a 13 year-old boy, do yourself the biggest favor ever & skip this. If you enjoyed MENSA-level blockbusters such as Resident Evil 2, empty your wallet and come right in and have a seat. Enjoy some 'SHAKEY-CAM" action! And I though I hated, no, loathed Michael Bay before... if this guy lands another movie, EVER, he & the producer should be thrown in Gitmo. I had a free voucher from the theater for this movie, and I still feel ripped off. I only give it a 1 for the CGI, which was actually no better than anything else the last few years. The only people enjoying themselves we're the two 15 year-old girls behind me giggling at every Shia LeBouf scene, especially the one where the robot rips off his pants (that's right).… Expand
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FrankMJul 19, 2007
Great photography, amazing special effect. The robots look so real even in the fights scene in the city. This movie is Bad Boy meets with War of the Worlds. Great entertainment, worth going to watch at the movie theater.
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AlecBJul 21, 2007
I don't know why critics reviewed this as a 60 out of 100 when this was easily the most entertaining film of 2007 by far. The special effects were amazing and the whole movie was action packed. The transformers looked so real. A lotI don't know why critics reviewed this as a 60 out of 100 when this was easily the most entertaining film of 2007 by far. The special effects were amazing and the whole movie was action packed. The transformers looked so real. A lot better than all these shitty movies coming out now such as spider man 3… Expand
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ChrisW.Jul 22, 2007
OK, so we're not looking at this film as a written masterpiece... rather this was a mind-blowing experience. I still have no clue what the story was about, but my head is still ringing from the sound effects. The sfx in this movie are OK, so we're not looking at this film as a written masterpiece... rather this was a mind-blowing experience. I still have no clue what the story was about, but my head is still ringing from the sound effects. The sfx in this movie are through the roof! It was so loud that my chair was vibrating for half of the movie. Towards the end I could care less about who was going to win or even how it was going to end. I was going blind from the explosions and deaf from the bass in this movie. And how hot was Megan Fox? I can;t wait to see her in another movie.… Expand
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samj.Aug 14, 2007
wtf is wrong with you all???? its not perfect but its pretty freakin good!!! it sent chills down my back when they asked the pilot to reveal himself, which he did by disappearing and turning into a deceptacon!!! it may be a little long, sure wtf is wrong with you all???? its not perfect but its pretty freakin good!!! it sent chills down my back when they asked the pilot to reveal himself, which he did by disappearing and turning into a deceptacon!!! it may be a little long, sure but it sure as hell isnt boring. great film, highly recommended… Expand
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NickV.Aug 17, 2007
I'm surprised most people adore this garbage. It's just another Bay film. The robots were just silly for 70% of the time and when they weren't silly the human characters were. In fact, the human characters were less believable I'm surprised most people adore this garbage. It's just another Bay film. The robots were just silly for 70% of the time and when they weren't silly the human characters were. In fact, the human characters were less believable than the robots. Overall, just an exhausting flick with too many explosions and absolutely no depth.… Expand
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StephenC.Aug 18, 2007
I'm sorry but if you grew up watching Transformers like I did when you were younger then this film is absolutely fantastic. This film wasn't made for it's in-depth story and Oscar winning acting. Its all about the Transformers I'm sorry but if you grew up watching Transformers like I did when you were younger then this film is absolutely fantastic. This film wasn't made for it's in-depth story and Oscar winning acting. Its all about the Transformers and to be honest they could not have been created any better. Lighten up (or your car may change)… Expand
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MattH.Aug 18, 2007
This movie is well done, but it's for 13 or 14 year old boys. It's heavy handed in places. The FX are excellent.
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RavenX301Aug 27, 2007
isnt this suppose to be TRANSFORMERS????? well more than half this film was about stuipid teen agers hormons...I mean, who honesty didnt think the two boy and girl couple were not going to get together......The fights were terrible...they isnt this suppose to be TRANSFORMERS????? well more than half this film was about stuipid teen agers hormons...I mean, who honesty didnt think the two boy and girl couple were not going to get together......The fights were terrible...they looked absoluting beautiful (the transformers, that is) but the huge ending fight was over in like 2 mins TOPS! and it was like a 2 hit fight....like what the hell? isnt Spelberg attached to this film? you know the one who brought us Indania Jones and E.T.......can anyone say that they actually gave to F's for the humans? isnt that Spelbergs big thing? every time i hear him talk about films its always about 'the charaters! I dont care aboutr the effects, I love the charaters' (which should be true) but this film was NO example of that. I guess i can say I felt terrible for the transformer's themselves sense they were being carryed through this disrepectful 'summer time' movie.....However, Not even Micheal Bay can ruin this franchise, but he sure put a baaaaaaad taste in my mouth for whats to come for our robot friends.… Expand
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GatsbyJ.Aug 28, 2007
-Opinion: this is what each individual has, so why attack them, insult them, or even threaten to beat people up? -As for my opinion, I didn't enjoy the movie. I went in wanting to really like because 1) the trailers looked great 2) -Opinion: this is what each individual has, so why attack them, insult them, or even threaten to beat people up? -As for my opinion, I didn't enjoy the movie. I went in wanting to really like because 1) the trailers looked great 2) Steven Spielberg was executive producer 3) I've seen some of the older episodes of the show and the old movie. -Let me say that I don't have any bias against Micheal Bay and I don't watch South Park. -I didn't like it because it was just too stupid and silly, breaking away from any main plot-thread which should keep me engaged. It ventured off course too often just to get in a pointless joke. For example, when the squad of soldiers fight Scorpinok, and that one soldier tries to talk directly to the Pentagon only to be met with some tech support guy in India. Totally pointless! Some people laughed, but that just ruins the flow and sincerity of the movie. Was there any conceivable reason to break the action, suspense, and gravity of a life-and-death situation to get one joke in? It's like while penning the script the writers included whatever they thought was funny. Some jokes were way too immature, like the mom asking Spike if he's masturbating in his room (which isn… Expand
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GregTAug 31, 2007
None of the original Transformers characters were there
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Bullet97Nov 7, 2010
Ah, my kind of stupid. You know what, I love dumb movies. As long as I care about the characters, i'll have a great time. Well, this is one of those movies that defines this. This movie is way too friggin cool!! Michael Bay and StevenAh, my kind of stupid. You know what, I love dumb movies. As long as I care about the characters, i'll have a great time. Well, this is one of those movies that defines this. This movie is way too friggin cool!! Michael Bay and Steven Spielberg deliver a heart-pounding, explosive blast of a time!! Filled with action, explosions, epic robots, and the hottest girl to walk on the earth, Transformers is an incredibly awesome blast that you have to watch.… Expand
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JacobMay 28, 2014
Seriously?!?! How the heck did this garbage catch on. The script is phoned in and rather than focus on the Autobots like in the cartoon the film focuses on the poorly written human characters who aren’t that interesting. When the film doesSeriously?!?! How the heck did this garbage catch on. The script is phoned in and rather than focus on the Autobots like in the cartoon the film focuses on the poorly written human characters who aren’t that interesting. When the film does show the action it is poorly shot. I would only recommend this film to little kids because when you are that age you are pretty receptive to garbage. Transformers fans could check it out if they are interested but trust me skip it you’ll be disappointed.… Expand
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roddersj04Mar 27, 2011
Posted on 3/20/11 02:35 PM
I know a number of you are going to disagree with my rating for this film, but you know what? Screw it, I loved this movie. Yes, Transformers has Shia LeBeouf and Megan Fox acting front and center with a storylinePosted on 3/20/11 02:35 PM
I know a number of you are going to disagree with my rating for this film, but you know what? Screw it, I loved this movie. Yes, Transformers has Shia LeBeouf and Megan Fox acting front and center with a storyline that isn't as interesting as it tries to be, but remind me, whats the title of the film? Transformers. So, who are the true stars of this movie? THE TRANSFORMERS! We didn't watch this movie to see the character developments of Sam Witwicky and Mikaela, we watched it to let our brains off the hook and watch huge CGI autobots fight it out with huge CGI Decepticons, and in that department, the film succeeds, and even surpassess expectations. Huge battles taking place in the desert, on the highway, right in the centre of town, Michael Bay is not afraid to show off the CG-eye candy with (what else?) explosions and big destructions. As for the human side of things, you know Sam and Mikaela are going to get together before long in the film because, well, they're the films leads, but its not too terrible seeing them on their journey to becoming together. Jon Tuturro and Sams parents are funnier than they have any right to be, and Sams mom definately shines in the comedy (or awkwardness, depending on your viewing) when she asks Sam if he's been, ahem, "partaking in bedroom exercises" Yeah, we all know this film isn't perfect, one such scene is when Sam manages to outrun Megatron, a decepticon who could simply take a few steps forward and catch up to Sam, but doesnt seem to manage to. Also, quite a bit (okay, a LOT) of the dialogue is bad and cringe-worthy. Also, the film may be Transformers, but quite a bit of the film is centred on Sam and Mikaela, so don't go in expecting wall to wall Optimus and Bumblebee and Starscream. In the same year we got trilogy dissapointments such as Spiderman 3, Shrek the Turd and POTC: At Worlds End, its great to have the Transformers there to pick up our year. Just a shame we got Revenge of the Fallen though...… Expand
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asylumspadezNov 20, 2011
It was ok. The entire 2 hours you spend watching it does by rather quick and by the end of it all you ask yourself what have they really established. Like all Michael Bay films, Its lacks a good plot and relies far too much on specialIt was ok. The entire 2 hours you spend watching it does by rather quick and by the end of it all you ask yourself what have they really established. Like all Michael Bay films, Its lacks a good plot and relies far too much on special effects. The cast isnt that bad (Megan Fox definently brings down the overall rating quite a bit) and it looked great but it explained pretty much nothing.… Expand
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RumblebeeloveJan 8, 2011
I do enjoy this movie. The action is sleek, and the voice actors are top notch, with great special effects. There are several nodds to the series, which is fun for the older fan. It does suffer from being a big action flick, but this is giantI do enjoy this movie. The action is sleek, and the voice actors are top notch, with great special effects. There are several nodds to the series, which is fun for the older fan. It does suffer from being a big action flick, but this is giant robots fighting, so that is pretty much the territory. The Autobot's shine in the film, and that is just the way I like it. Yes, it isn't the most artistic film out there by a long shot, but it is enjoyable!… Expand
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nemmeNov 24, 2010
Great Movie! but the first one rocked . that's it. oh, found a transporter in france :)
fun to watch: http://www.lookeen.net/de/352/allgemein/deutsch-e-postbrief-lookeen-stellt-sich-der-herausforderung/
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tylerkenobiJun 10, 2011
very good popcorn-action-cinema. For fans of the Transformer-series very satisfying.
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TokyochuchuJul 21, 2014
Transformers evokes a really strange reaction in me. The first time you see the robots, they are cool as heck. The film is also fun and engaging, dishing out a decent supply of chuckles along the way. And then the finale comes and the robotsTransformers evokes a really strange reaction in me. The first time you see the robots, they are cool as heck. The film is also fun and engaging, dishing out a decent supply of chuckles along the way. And then the finale comes and the robots fight and bust things up... And I just couldn't care less. Messy, soulless, overlong and incomprehensible CG action scenes are order of the day, and they totally murder the movie's final act. Oh well. At least this first one was much better than the sequels.… Expand
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MoviebuffreviewMar 5, 2011
Sure, Transformers is flawed, with a long length and some laughable scenes, but the action, good directing, a script that works, and overall fun humor and entertainment, Transformers is a slightly above average Blockbusters that makesSure, Transformers is flawed, with a long length and some laughable scenes, but the action, good directing, a script that works, and overall fun humor and entertainment, Transformers is a slightly above average Blockbusters that makes Transformers work in the Hollywood world.… Expand
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IggyMay 4, 2011
First off i rate movies more by the entertainment value not the fancy specifics that make some film "GREAT". Well this movie is my Favorite novie of all time. It has intense action, a very interesting story, Awesome and bad ass characters,First off i rate movies more by the entertainment value not the fancy specifics that make some film "GREAT". Well this movie is my Favorite novie of all time. It has intense action, a very interesting story, Awesome and bad ass characters, and some awesome special effects. The story is simple yet highly entertaining. Two kinds of alien robots (the Autobots and the Decepticons) are searching for a power artifact from cybertron called the All-Spark. While the Autobots plan to use the cube( the All Spark) to rebuild their home the decepticons want to use use the cube for evil. Both groups track the cube to Earth. That is the introduction in less awesome words by Optimus Prime leader of the Autobots. Chaos ensues in the next scene as Major Lennox and his team is introduced during an attack on their base in Quatar by a Decepticon. The next character introduced is Sam Witwicky, a teenager hell bent on selling his great grandfathers trinkets used in an expedition to the arctic circle which plays key to the story so he can buy a car. That car turns out to be the Autobot Bumble Bee. And of course Chaos ensues afer that as well. Thats all ill say on the story. The acting is really good if your interested in that, but the special effects also help make a real unique experience. By far the best movie ever!!!( or for me at least)… Expand
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vibor123Feb 16, 2011
Pure escapism, total in-your-face intense action from beginning to end. It is a fantastic movie because it makes you feel like a child with a new toy again.
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TBDOPEY22Feb 22, 2011
Great Movie!!! Very Action packed. It's wasn't the same Transformers that I grew up on. It's very action packed and if you don't like action movies,then you will not like this one. If you don't know what the transformers were about you mayGreat Movie!!! Very Action packed. It's wasn't the same Transformers that I grew up on. It's very action packed and if you don't like action movies,then you will not like this one. If you don't know what the transformers were about you may not understand the movie. Go with the flow,good movie,great story line, lots of action.… Expand
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samus_smashJul 10, 2011
It gets a 1 because I have an irrational soft spot for Bumblebee. Everything else is loud noise, explosions, plot holes and exposition that sometimes involves giant robots.
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SpartanEdgeJun 20, 2011
Although i would've prefered the Transformers to look more like their original counterparts(especially Megatron in Robot form & Optimus Prime in Vehicle form),& to have the original megatrons voice to add to Peter Cullens Optimus Prime,thisAlthough i would've prefered the Transformers to look more like their original counterparts(especially Megatron in Robot form & Optimus Prime in Vehicle form),& to have the original megatrons voice to add to Peter Cullens Optimus Prime,this is a massively entertaining movie! In terms of story,humour,characters,special effects & action.Thhis movie is definately up there with my other favorates.I dont get the Micheal Bay hating though.He makes great action movies,end of.… Expand
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rotkuJun 19, 2011
The superb special effects mask what is a shallow storyline but the movie is still worth watching for anybody that has even a feint interest in action movies.
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CursedKnight187Jul 31, 2012
This movie just doesn't feel very professionally written, and add to that Shia LaBeouf frustratingly wooden acting, you get a "pretty movie" that's enjoyable to a point but easily forgotten. It gets an extra point for Megan Fox.
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CaestusJun 2, 2013
Typical Michael Bay movie with great Mech fights
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DragonCriticXApr 14, 2012
I am not a fan of Michael Bay or Shia Labeouf and while the movie itself could have been a lot better, it was enjoyable enough for a summer blockbuster. Optimus Prime was pretty dull but Megatron was good and the other transformer were prettyI am not a fan of Michael Bay or Shia Labeouf and while the movie itself could have been a lot better, it was enjoyable enough for a summer blockbuster. Optimus Prime was pretty dull but Megatron was good and the other transformer were pretty good too. The action scenes were well made and the editing was good so i didn't feel like i missed anything. However i didn't care for the humans, the humour was pretty lame and the story was not very interesting. But despite it's shortcomings, the movie is still fun and entertaining enough to sit through at least once.… Expand
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RoscoeYJun 25, 2011
This movie really caught me off guard, I wasn't expecting the spectacle that is Transformers. From the moment Optimus Prime and the Autobots entered the picture I was truly enamored. Not only does this movie satisfy the action side of me thatThis movie really caught me off guard, I wasn't expecting the spectacle that is Transformers. From the moment Optimus Prime and the Autobots entered the picture I was truly enamored. Not only does this movie satisfy the action side of me that likes to see things go BOOM, it also has a healthy blend of humor and a good amount of awesome Sci-FI themes as well. The main human protagonists are fairly enjoyable to watch, but I did feel like they had a bit too much screen time, I mean I did come to see a movie called Transformers right? other than that minor complaint I really enjoyed myself, sure the plot was really simple and character development was at a minimum but the sight of those robot on the screen was just mesmerizing. I had never been so convinced by CGI up until that point. Transformers may not be the most faithful adaption to the 80s cartoon show but there is a certain charm to it that just brings out that nostalgic feeling you had when you played with the toys as a kid. This movie is most certainly worth checking out!… Expand
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UglyNUncreativeJul 1, 2011
Things go boom. Seriously, who expects Dostoyevsky from a Transformers movie? Pure mindless, action entertainment, if that's what you're looking for in a shiny high graphics package then hey... this is it. I enjoyed it for that simple pleasure.
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HumanseJul 2, 2011
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. When Decepticons arose to power, I really hoped they at least would
resist good to the "good guys", but they just had so many flaws and
were so easily destroyed even by humans, well let's put aside these
inconsistencies with reality, the film main audience are naive
teenagers, only they can't get annoyed by film's apartness from
reality. And also implementing a political undertone in the beginning
of the film, it doesn't add courageousness when you just repeat
"official stance" on specific matter, would have been much insightful if it was in contrary to the state's stance or even better don't add such a controversial topic as Iran's nuclear program because it's not the only country to have it and I'm pretty much sure no one ever asks or investigates their motives for doing so and it can be said with no doubt, they wouldn't come up with this for no reason or just because they're evil. So minus for adding political propaganda, even if there's a little of it.… Expand
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JAM123Oct 15, 2011
It was a good movie. With a cool cast and amazing special effects for 2007 It couldn't be terrible. It was actually a brake from one of Michael Bay's outlandish, boring, and incredibly long empty plotlines with only special effects to itsIt was a good movie. With a cool cast and amazing special effects for 2007 It couldn't be terrible. It was actually a brake from one of Michael Bay's outlandish, boring, and incredibly long empty plotlines with only special effects to its name. But this one carrying out 3 stars and a 61 for metascore it's for sure one of his greater films. Maybe even his best(other than The Rock). It was a uniquely sculpted look at the old and loved T.V. series and action figure fad that I loved so much earlier in my life. I thought it was a fine movie and will be remembered by many in the future.… Expand
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AlienSpaceBatsNov 18, 2012
I managed to avoid this film until now, and although my intuition was correct about "Bayformers", I still feel as though I have been raped in the childhood. It's not the Transformers I know, yes, the SFX are great, yes, there are a few goodI managed to avoid this film until now, and although my intuition was correct about "Bayformers", I still feel as though I have been raped in the childhood. It's not the Transformers I know, yes, the SFX are great, yes, there are a few good action sequences but this thing is a travesty.… Expand
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jos95Aug 27, 2011
I wasn't particularly impressed with this movie when I watched it for the first time but then it grew on me. Michael Bay has had a bumpy track record, sure, but this movie is remarkable even by every other director's standards. The visuals ofI wasn't particularly impressed with this movie when I watched it for the first time but then it grew on me. Michael Bay has had a bumpy track record, sure, but this movie is remarkable even by every other director's standards. The visuals of course, are simply amazing, the acting is solid and the humor hits the mark. It felt often as though they were trying too hard to make this movie a cash grab, however it's still well done.… Expand
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skeletonking123Sep 10, 2011
Since seeing Transformers Dark of the Moon, people have asked me to do a review on the other two films so ill start with the first. definitely one of the best action movies made, the effects are spectacular and breathtaking to look at, andSince seeing Transformers Dark of the Moon, people have asked me to do a review on the other two films so ill start with the first. definitely one of the best action movies made, the effects are spectacular and breathtaking to look at, and with Peter Cullen back as Optimus Prime (the original voice of Prime) It just makes this action film all the better. Many people I know have complained about how, in the final, I dont know, 45 minutes with the whole city fight, everyone was complaining about how, like, "I can't tell who's who," "Who am I rooting for." I hear those complaints all the time about this film, and to me, I really didn't have a problem with it, after sitting through 2 hours of this I was pretty used to what each Autobot and Decepticon looked like. For instance, for the Autobots, i could tell it was prime because, everyone knows he's a Semi, but I also knew it was him from the voice and his colors, or say for the decepticons, I knew it was Starscream because of how he is a jet and has jet wings on his back, or Blackout, because he had helicopter propellers on his back, so I didn't have trouble with it. Another complaint I hear with this movie is that, the human scenes and characters are stupid and nobody watches a Transformers movie to watch the humans, personally I didn't mind them. I thought Shia Laboeuf was good, and Anthony Daniels, they were all great funny characters. All I have really left to say is that, the only problem I have with this movie is the police droid Barricade, You see him clearly in the city fight, but he vanishes after they show him driving into the city, and there are no deleted scenes on the DVD, so I have no clue what happened to him, and he isn't in the second film either, he makes a brief cameo in Dark of the Moon, but then he vanishes again just after his leg is shot off. With Starscream they give an explanation that he flew off into space, they even show that in the credits. But overall this is my 5th favorite movie ever… Expand
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ZilcellMar 2, 2012
Transformers almost feels like an entirely new genre of film. Surprisingly, these robots in disguise actually have personalities, and you want to care for these characters.
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eagleFeb 5, 2012
Great visuals and actions with bullets and missiles flying by. This movie is like a complete military showdown. But there should be more actions where the Autobots fight the Deception.
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TyranianApr 14, 2019
Entertaining at times but fairly braindead for most of it, shoulda just gone all out with robot wars and not bothered about the humans.
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eTurkeyJan 26, 2012
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. While the title may suggest this movie is about "Transformers", those robot aliens play second fiddle to the humans in this flick. The leader of a protagonistic group called the Autobots, Optimus Prime, doesn't even appear until almost halfway through. Although this adaptation isn't as innovative as the animated television program it still packs a punch and it somewhat entertaining. Ultimately, if you love your CGI more than a decent storyline or character development please feel free to check out this otherwise decent feature film.… Expand
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StevenFAug 30, 2013
There is one thing that Michael Bay likes to do, and its his overwhelming need of dramatising every single thing in front of you, whether its a few soldiers pacing across an airfield, cue epic music, a few people climbing out of a car, cueThere is one thing that Michael Bay likes to do, and its his overwhelming need of dramatising every single thing in front of you, whether its a few soldiers pacing across an airfield, cue epic music, a few people climbing out of a car, cue epic music, this happens over and over again in Transformers, the loud, big-budgeted sci-fi film that is fun, silly and full of massive robots that can only be admired, but the film also brings an over-bearing human element that can way the film down. Bay certainly has an eye for the spectacular and epic, with Transformers being no different, we open with a brief introduction from a booming robotic voice telling us about the war between the Autobots and Decepticons, an ancient alien race from the planet Cybertron who bring their battle to earth in search of the AllSpark, a powerful cube holding vast amounts of energy capable of massive amounts of power and of course, destruction.
Sam Witwicky (Shia LaBeouf) is the unlucky human caught in the midst of this war, as his grandfather made the discovery of these robots many years before, Sam now hold a pivotal piece to the puzzle which is needed by the Transformers. But this young teen has his own troubles, something we are seemingly forced to care about, a teen drama involving Sam getting the girl, in this case, a beautiful girl called Michaela (Megan Fox), who doesn't have to do very much onscreen except move her body to certain angles so as she can be filmed in certain ways, its wasteful but I suppose necessary, because every film needs the good looking girl, right? This drama along with an over-arching military thread of a story certainly leaves very little room for the Transformers, who become a side note, even though the film is almost 150 mins long. But in terms of spectacle, it doesn't get much bigger than this, the way these robots transforms from vehicle to natural form looks amazing as these aliens tear each other apart in the air and on the ground, special effects don't get much better than these, as the realism of these machines unmatched.
There are certainly many things to like about 'Transformers', we have spectacular set-pieces and some heavy lifting robots there to entertain us, but these robots also feel very underused, while the human element starts off light-hearted but becomes serious which in turn is just ludicrous. Even though there is comic relief to be found in John Turturro as a dedicated agent and a small role for the late great Bernie Mac, Transformers has an unlikeable and far too talkative lead in Shia LaBeouf's Sam Witwicky, more focus should definitely been put on the aliens.… Expand
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heyitsmegrif4Jan 7, 2012
Transformers is an entertaining film with epic action, breathtaking visual effects and some humor as well, but sadly the film suffers from bad performances and a cheesy story. I give this movie 61%.
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Bruce722Nov 29, 2012
I hadn't seen this movie in a while and I forgot just how much I enjoyed it. I thought the action sequences were incredible and if nothing else, these make the movie worth watching. However, I also thought the cast was great. Josh Duhamel,I hadn't seen this movie in a while and I forgot just how much I enjoyed it. I thought the action sequences were incredible and if nothing else, these make the movie worth watching. However, I also thought the cast was great. Josh Duhamel, Tyrese Gibson, Rachael Taylor, and many others make up a deep and talented supporting cast and while Shia LaBeouf and Megan Fox both take a lot of heat for various reasons, I thought both of them were fantastic in this film. I also enjoyed how the plots developed. You have varying aspects of the entire story developing separately and with different styles but they merge in the end seamlessly. There were also plenty of funny moments that get some laughs. Most of them of by way of comedic relief characters in the decepticons but a lot of the dialogue was also humorous. Overall, this movie is definitely one of my favorite comic/superhero movies.… Expand
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ryallenDec 26, 2011
If you're 10 years old, this is perhaps the best movie in the world, and that is because of the masterful CG that Michael Bay has helped direct and develop. If you're older than that however, there are a few problems. The dialogue as a wholeIf you're 10 years old, this is perhaps the best movie in the world, and that is because of the masterful CG that Michael Bay has helped direct and develop. If you're older than that however, there are a few problems. The dialogue as a whole is very cheesy, to the point of being comedic in some scenes and the fact that the robots have different human accents is ridiculous. The casting of Megan Fox may have been cost effective and commercially viable, but if the goal of this film was to be admired and respected, someone more accomplished and with an actual ability to act would have been chosen. Her character is very boring, and could have easily been more substantial had Michael Bay wanted it to be, but again, her lack of acting ability is probably what caused the character to be so insignificant and frankly, a waste of the audience's time (unless of course, you are 10 years old). Shia LeBoeuf's performance makes up for others that fall flat like Megan Fox's and Jon Voight's and his casting was certainly the right choice. The story is fine for what it tries to achieve but nothing other than the amazing visuals and sound make this movie worth watching. That said, there will be many Transformers fans who will appreciate this movie more than the rest of us...… Expand
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PQuinnyJan 15, 2012
Now here is a decent action movie. It's not great, but it's definitely not bad. It's kind of what you would expect from Michael Bay, nothing more, nothing less. It doesn't have a great cast, but who cares? Go rent it and have fun!
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dalyrimpleJan 4, 2012
This film was nearly unbearable. The special effects are well done, albeit excessive. I thought the action sequences were lackluster (and those were the main event). Unsurprisingly, I found myself yearning for something greater by the end,This film was nearly unbearable. The special effects are well done, albeit excessive. I thought the action sequences were lackluster (and those were the main event). Unsurprisingly, I found myself yearning for something greater by the end, but I became cynical about the sequels.… Expand
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SennethJun 26, 2017
This is a giant mess of a movie. Even the action sequences are unable to redeem it. From the very first shot, you will be left in a state of confusion that is never resolved. The plot is all over the place and the piss poor editing is nauseous.
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skyminsterJul 25, 2012
Transformers is an alright film, it isn't brilliant, it isn't terrible, it's just alright. With quite good action, an OK story-line and brilliant special effects. The plot is slightly similar to the original show's more than meets the eyeTransformers is an alright film, it isn't brilliant, it isn't terrible, it's just alright. With quite good action, an OK story-line and brilliant special effects. The plot is slightly similar to the original show's more than meets the eye episodes (with more explosions), basically, if you're a massive fan of the old transformers, don't watch it, if you've never really heard of transformers or you've heard of it but your not much of a fan, watch it. Oh, by the way, if you don't like Micheal Bay, DO NOT WATCH IT!… Expand
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livia89Mar 6, 2012
Perhaps the best special effects I've ever seen in a movie. The transformations are amazing not to mention super-awesome. The CGI fits in seamlessly with the live action and it's easy to forget how logistically difficult a lot of it wouldPerhaps the best special effects I've ever seen in a movie. The transformations are amazing not to mention super-awesome. The CGI fits in seamlessly with the live action and it's easy to forget how logistically difficult a lot of it would have been to film.… Expand
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OnAnarchyAug 22, 2012
Good action, a pretty good story, hot girls, and giant transforming machines are what Transformers offers, and delivers superbly. I had the pleasure of seeing this for the first time in a drive-in theatre on a mild summer night. Everybody,Good action, a pretty good story, hot girls, and giant transforming machines are what Transformers offers, and delivers superbly. I had the pleasure of seeing this for the first time in a drive-in theatre on a mild summer night. Everybody, and I mean everybody, had their vehicles open and the sound pouring out, and it made for an excellent experience.… Expand
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csw12Mar 26, 2012
Michael Bay has finally made a good film. The story was rock solid with visuals that were excellent. Even though I don't care for Megan Fox as an actress she didn't do a horrible job. I think everyone would enjoy this film.
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Trev29Jun 9, 2013
I am so damn sick of this movie. The acting by everybody is so disgraceful. Every scene is just annoying and teenage comedy is just flying everywhere left and right. Big stupid robots. Still manages to be somewhat entertaining though.
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watithink123May 3, 2012
I just think this was not a good movie. The story line was very good, the effects were okay. I was looking ford for this movie but turned out to be a dissoponting movie in my opinion. Transformors 5.5/10
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"Transformers" is an entertaining explosive summer movie directed by Michael Bay. Like all Bay movies, the script is pretty weak but the action is exhilarating. However, "Transformers" has a pretty good plot combined with excellent CGI,"Transformers" is an entertaining explosive summer movie directed by Michael Bay. Like all Bay movies, the script is pretty weak but the action is exhilarating. However, "Transformers" has a pretty good plot combined with excellent CGI, making this Bay movie a recommended summer blockbuster.… Expand
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piepie22May 23, 2012
The movie was relatively good, make many true transformer fans dream come true.
The story was acceptable, on par with the movie. I would give it a 8 or 9 if the filming was better.
But the fighting scene are just nauseous, and down rightThe movie was relatively good, make many true transformer fans dream come true.
The story was acceptable, on par with the movie. I would give it a 8 or 9 if the filming was better.

But the fighting scene are just nauseous, and down right awful. Maybe Michael Bay may be trying to hide the faults in CGI graphics... who knows. All you get are scrap metal flying back and forth.

I wish someone will reboot the series soon...… Expand
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starscream97Jun 24, 2014
Well with Age of Extinction right around the corner I figured there was no better time to look at the movie that started it all. The plot is actually better than you'd expect in a giant robots fighting movie, with the Autobots trying to findWell with Age of Extinction right around the corner I figured there was no better time to look at the movie that started it all. The plot is actually better than you'd expect in a giant robots fighting movie, with the Autobots trying to find the Allspark before the Decepticons who all have really cool names (my profile is named after Starscream so I guess I'm kind of biased) The acting's not bad either all though it's funny to watch now since we all know what became of Shia LaBouef. But of course the action's all that matters and while I feel that this is the weakest of the trilogy in terms of action, watching two robots fight it out in the middle of a crowded city never gets old. However by far the most important aspect of this movie is that it introduced a generation of new fans to one of the greatest sci-fi sagas ever told, which is certainly something to be proud of.… Expand
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dante_finnDec 22, 2012
Action packed
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cameronmorewoodNov 7, 2012
For the first hour and a half, I'm thinking wow, Michael Bay has returned to his Rock days. The film was funny, had well paced action sequences, and good dialogue, but once the ending came around, which goes on for about twenty minutes moreFor the first hour and a half, I'm thinking wow, Michael Bay has returned to his Rock days. The film was funny, had well paced action sequences, and good dialogue, but once the ending came around, which goes on for about twenty minutes more than it should, I wanted to leave.… Expand
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FSJ_973Nov 17, 2012
I don't know why people hate this film because there is no "philosophical messages"; just light and noise. And? The TV series were just like this. Michael Bay just did what he had to do: resurrect Transformers, with spectacular visual effectsI don't know why people hate this film because there is no "philosophical messages"; just light and noise. And? The TV series were just like this. Michael Bay just did what he had to do: resurrect Transformers, with spectacular visual effects and amazing action. I'm Spanish, so I say... Viva Transformers y un aplauso para Michael Bay.… Expand
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gzayas91Jul 21, 2018
I'm not too familiar with the transformers and this one just not my movie, it's perfectly passable for thirteen year old boys.
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Compi24Oct 19, 2013
Indeed, "Transformers" is almost unbearably cringe-worthy at times and not exactly food for the mind, but it's also a hell of a damn entertaining ride fueled by a truly inspired score from Steve Jablonsky.
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Rox22Mar 19, 2013
I never really expect this movie to be anything, since I never imagined that a live action version would work at all. BUT, I hate to say it, Michael Bay didn't do a bad job with this movie (I feel so dirty right now!) This movie acts as aI never really expect this movie to be anything, since I never imagined that a live action version would work at all. BUT, I hate to say it, Michael Bay didn't do a bad job with this movie (I feel so dirty right now!) This movie acts as a great introduction to the transformers and does a decent job making them believable and reintroducing them to this generation while still showing respect to its fans (not as much as they could have, but enough.) Overall: A fun movie that did its job and reawakened my love of the Transformers franchise.… Expand
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MDG397Mar 6, 2013
This is not a good movie at all. The story is extremely dull and it's pretty much about big explosions and special effects, but I'm sure you already knew that. I'm also pretty sure that the characters were intentionally designed for you toThis is not a good movie at all. The story is extremely dull and it's pretty much about big explosions and special effects, but I'm sure you already knew that. I'm also pretty sure that the characters were intentionally designed for you to hate all of them by the writers. So to summarize this awful movie in short, terrible story and characters. Absolutely nothing but special effects.… Expand
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SummersausageJan 6, 2013
A cool depiction of killer robots against good ones. The acting is passable and nothing more and the direction only creates the beats of cool and wow. Not recommended for a good movie.
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BradySmithJun 10, 2013
The only good movie in the series. Unlike it's sequels the action is very impressive, instead of annoying, the humor works, instead of giving headaches, and the scenes with human characters are actually passable. The story needs some work,The only good movie in the series. Unlike it's sequels the action is very impressive, instead of annoying, the humor works, instead of giving headaches, and the scenes with human characters are actually passable. The story needs some work, and it can at times be kind of stupid, but it's nowhere near the shear mental handicappedness of its sequels screenplays. It's not anywhere near perfect, but it shows that the franchise had potential and could be entertaining at one point. Why did revenge of the fallen have to be such a huge disappointment? Did they even try to make a decent sequel? I don't think so.… Expand
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mds03May 6, 2013
Transformers is a great Science- Fiction/ Action movie because it kept me entertained the entire time and it never lost my interest once. Plus the acting, special effects, action scenes, dialogue, humor, and the awesome climax all combinedTransformers is a great Science- Fiction/ Action movie because it kept me entertained the entire time and it never lost my interest once. Plus the acting, special effects, action scenes, dialogue, humor, and the awesome climax all combined make one heck of an action movie. P.S., Even though it's 144 minutes long, it doesn't matter because you will be on the edge of your seat the whole time.… Expand
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ExKingMar 31, 2013
this movie is surprisingly good i don't normally like movies with massive technology and massive production but this movie took me by surprise with it's great story original idea great performance by Shia LaBeouf and i loved thethis movie is surprisingly good i don't normally like movies with massive technology and massive production but this movie took me by surprise with it's great story original idea great performance by Shia LaBeouf and i loved the transformations in this movie and the comedy was actually pretty good.… Expand
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ExchaliburMar 14, 2013
This movie has got really good effects. Also it doesn't gets you bored. There is some funny part, some dramatic parts. This movie is full of action. If you want to watch a movie which do you want to impress you then you should watch this movie.
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Skullgirlsfan13May 12, 2013
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Can you think of your most favorite childhood show in the world? And think of your favorite shows now? If you combine those two things you get Transformers the live action movie. After the notorious attempt to get the Transformers onto the big screen in the 80's; not even grossing it's budget back, and now trying a more "mature" approach to the series. To what I think some people's surprise the movie was a huge success, grossing bajillions of dollars, euros, pesos you name it, across the world. Of course since this is a Michael Bay film, it probably will be lacking in character, story, and plain old logic. Since this is about Giant transforming robots from outer space, I think logic will be taking a back seat in this production, and only giving creative consultancy; much like the surprising producer: Steven Spielberg. So right away the film is going to convince you that giant robots can exist, with its introduction to stereotypical army soldiers fighting a Decepticon. There will be many instances where poorly drawn characters will be interacting with personality lacking robots. With all that said, I can surely be comfortable in saying that the visuals in this film are superb, and that's the biggest compliment I can give this film. There is one part of this film that I kinda enjoyed, it's the Shia Lebouf as the main character. It's not a great performance or settle, but it does show him as a normal teen. I don't really know what else to say about this movie, it's not horrible, but it's not good either. One could say it's a popcorn flick, and that's probably the best fitting words for this movie.… Expand
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gracjanskiFeb 8, 2022
Almost a perfect action movie in my view:
The action scenes are stunning, especially the end fight is perfect. The world of Transformers is very interesting and fresh. Also the story is not bad.
But there are few weaknesses: some dialoguesAlmost a perfect action movie in my view:
The action scenes are stunning, especially the end fight is perfect. The world of Transformers is very interesting and fresh. Also the story is not bad.
But there are few weaknesses: some dialogues were stupid for example. Some feminist scenes were annoying (the hacker Maggie Madsen -.-)and there is a lot of military propaganda.… Expand
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kubathereviewerJul 24, 2013
A solid start to a shaky trilogy, the action was mind-blowing and the acting wasn't bad either. The last battle between Optimus and Megatron topped off a strong movie
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TheApplegnomeSep 20, 2014
Transformers is a groovy, but weird movie.

The CGI and the actors are great, but the beginning and the end is weird. This, in combination with a slow story didn't impress me at all, but the action sequences are incredible. TransformersTransformers is a groovy, but weird movie.

The CGI and the actors are great, but the beginning and the end is weird. This, in combination with a slow story didn't impress me at all, but the action sequences are incredible.

Transformers is a highly unique movie with cool scenes, that really impress me.

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dyshpoJul 28, 2013
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I don't like long multiple plug for products in movie it is shameful Bay needs to learn commercials are for tv not movies. Cliche after cliche is annoying nerd gets hot girl,government incompetent until the end etc. Micheal 'the butcher' Bay does it again. But is was entertainment non the less.… Expand
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