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I saw a preview today, on digital film. It had a strange broken up kind of look to it now and then and I'm sad to say that I kind of missed the film look, and I really didn't want to be one of those people.
The movie was fine. There were lots of big dumb things that I didn't really have a prblem with, I just wish Michael Bay would hold the camera steady just a few times during this movie. It's like I knew that there was lots of cool stuff happening and fast and furious fights because I could hear it, but all I could see was a jerky picture caused by constant camera movements.
It's not fun when you are having to actively try to keep up with what is happening, it should flow to the audience.
The Autobots and Decepticons had a lot more character to them than I was expecting. That was good.
I had avoided all reviews and discussions on the movie since it came out, so all I knew was the pre-release buzz. All the naysayers who were giving away "spoilers" like "it's from the humans' POV and we barely see any Transformers", "aside from Prime and Megatron no Transformer talks", "Prime and Megatron are brothers", "people say 'more than meets the eye' over and over again", and of course "the only way anyone will like this movie is because of nostalgia". I was amazed at how wrong they all were.
Fucking hell, the toys are impossible to find right now. I still have Megatron, Ironhide and Ratchet to get, so I went out looking today. One Starscream, one Blackout, a couple Optimus Primes, tons of Ratchet, and not a single sign of Ironhide or Megatron. I picked up Ratchet, just so I didn't leave empty handed, but he was last on my list. I think, next time I see Ironhide or Megatron, I'm going to have to get them right there and then, or I'll never see them again.
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Fucking hell, the toys are impossible to find right now. I still have Megatron, Ironhide and Ratchet to get, so I went out looking today. One Starscream, one Blackout, a couple Optimus Primes, tons of Ratchet, and not a single sign of Ironhide or Megatron. I picked up Ratchet, just so I didn't leave empty handed, but he was last on my list. I think, next time I see Ironhide or Megatron, I'm going to have to get them right there and then, or I'll never see them again.
Fucking hell, the toys are impossible to find right now. I still have Megatron, Ironhide and Ratchet to get, so I went out looking today. One Starscream, one Blackout, a couple Optimus Primes, tons of Ratchet, and not a single sign of Ironhide or Megatron. I picked up Ratchet, just so I didn't leave empty handed, but he was last on my list. I think, next time I see Ironhide or Megatron, I'm going to have to get them right there and then, or I'll never see them again.
Try Toys R Us.
I probably will with my next paycheck. I just didn't run by any while I was out today.
Hasbro just released a new 08 Camaro Bumblebee toy and it looks awesome. I can't find it anywhere though... I went to TRU, WalMart, Target, Sears, but I did notice a lot of people scouring the Transformers sections for toys. Either they're all big collectors or these things have an eBay market.
Am I the only one tired of movies zooming in way too much? I wished the camera would have just backed up a bit so we could take in more of the scenes...
Hasbro just released a new 08 Camaro Bumblebee toy and it looks awesome. I can't find it anywhere though... I went to TRU, WalMart, Target, Sears, but I did notice a lot of people scouring the Transformers sections for toys. Either they're all big collectors or these things have an eBay market.
New TF toys are always fast sellers, and the 08 Bumblebee is one of the best figures in the whole line, so it's no wonder it's hard to find.
There is a two-pack due out with the 08 Bumblebee and Voyager-class Optimus Prime, but I don't know when or where it will be available at (no doubt it will be a retailer exclusive).
Saw it yesterday. it was as good as I expected. Hardly oscar mterial but entertaining and fun. Michael Bay used a tad too many cheesy jokes for my taste though.
Also I had the same problem identifying the transformers in robot form. They all were gray and looked way too similar.
Saw it yesterday. it was as good as I expected. Hardly oscar mterial but entertaining and fun. Michael Bay used a tad too many cheesy jokes for my taste though.
Also I had the same problem identifying the transformers in robot form. They all were gray and looked way too similar.
I agree with all that.
I liked it, and I liked the redesigns. Now I want some of the toys!
F-22 Starscream? Yes please!
I saw it last night, advance screening for the UK.
I.. wasn't that impressed.
The start seemed too slow, and concentrated too much on the love interest, and it seemed almost like the Autobots were there purely for comedy value whenever they spoke. I cringed at the part when they were trying to get those glasses. If Bumblebee could hide for several days on a driveway as a car, why couldn't the Autobots sit still for 20 minutes whilst Sam went through his room? For robots who turned into vehicles, they didn't seem to be very good at staying in disguise. Christ.
Am I the only one tired of movies zooming in way too much? I wished the camera would have just backed up a bit so we could take in more of the scenes...
This was my main problem. I could nitpick about the plot and the characters and the score but that doesn't really matter to me, it was the fact I felt like I was missing out on something because I couldn't see.
I watched The Rock last night too and was suprised to see that Michael Bay was able to hold a camera steady, and the movie was better for it.
I want to like it, if it could just be less erratic. Maybe I'll be able to keep up better on the small screen.
Best part of that article was this gem of an advertisement:
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Right-of-centre's forehead creeps me out. It's far more orange than the rest of his face, and has two thick streaks. It's like he's a klingon in disguise.
Is it bad that I petty much agree 100% with that critique? Except for the fact that the action did slow down at places, such as the hide-and-seek scene, car buying scene etc.
Is it bad that I petty much agree 100% with that critique? Except for the fact that the action did slow down at places, such as the hide-and-seek scene, car buying scene etc.
Before I get written off as a cranky film snob, let me say this: I love great action films from all eras and styles
Like it makes them actually not be what they claim they aren't.
God, that's in the same vein as "I'm not racist but..." or "you're a gigantic filthy shit eating bastard, no offence." Very professional on his part...
I agree that in robot mode the Transformers were a bit... busy. It made them really hard to take in because every bit of them was whirring and buzzing and moving and shit.
Oh, and the first half of the movie had too many humans and not enough good.
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A single disc version of the film with just a director's commentary.
And then a multi-disc version with the aforementioned film with director's commentary, plus at least one disc of extras.
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Dude, they blended an iPhone. This is kinda a running thing.
Only for previews
Have to wait until the 27th otherwise... DAMNATION
The movie was fine. There were lots of big dumb things that I didn't really have a prblem with, I just wish Michael Bay would hold the camera steady just a few times during this movie. It's like I knew that there was lots of cool stuff happening and fast and furious fights because I could hear it, but all I could see was a jerky picture caused by constant camera movements.
It's not fun when you are having to actively try to keep up with what is happening, it should flow to the audience.
The Autobots and Decepticons had a lot more character to them than I was expecting. That was good.
I had avoided all reviews and discussions on the movie since it came out, so all I knew was the pre-release buzz. All the naysayers who were giving away "spoilers" like "it's from the humans' POV and we barely see any Transformers", "aside from Prime and Megatron no Transformer talks", "Prime and Megatron are brothers", "people say 'more than meets the eye' over and over again", and of course "the only way anyone will like this movie is because of nostalgia". I was amazed at how wrong they all were.
I probably will with my next paycheck. I just didn't run by any while I was out today.
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You're blowing my mind. Stop it.
That ain't shit. They changed the title of Hellboy to "Super Sapiens."
New TF toys are always fast sellers, and the 08 Bumblebee is one of the best figures in the whole line, so it's no wonder it's hard to find.
There is a two-pack due out with the 08 Bumblebee and Voyager-class Optimus Prime, but I don't know when or where it will be available at (no doubt it will be a retailer exclusive).
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I lubricated my pants.
I need to find some of the toys. And rescue my old G1 Optimus from my dad's attic.
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The one on the left looks like a fat, white Ice-T.
Also I had the same problem identifying the transformers in robot form. They all were gray and looked way too similar.
I agree with all that.
I liked it, and I liked the redesigns. Now I want some of the toys!
F-22 Starscream? Yes please!
I.. wasn't that impressed.
This was my main problem. I could nitpick about the plot and the characters and the score but that doesn't really matter to me, it was the fact I felt like I was missing out on something because I couldn't see.
I watched The Rock last night too and was suprised to see that Michael Bay was able to hold a camera steady, and the movie was better for it.
I want to like it, if it could just be less erratic. Maybe I'll be able to keep up better on the small screen.
Dropped it like the fed guy dropped the hacker's friend in the pool.
Right-of-centre's forehead creeps me out. It's far more orange than the rest of his face, and has two thick streaks. It's like he's a klingon in disguise.
Oh god.
Ilove when people do this
Like it makes them actually not be what they claim they aren't.
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Is it bad that I petty much agree 100% with that critique? Except for the fact that the action did slow down at places, such as the hide-and-seek scene, car buying scene etc.
God, that's in the same vein as "I'm not racist but..." or "you're a gigantic filthy shit eating bastard, no offence." Very professional on his part...
I liked the rest of the movie, but for some reason that one scene made it so much better.
It's that part, concluding with the fed tackling him in the pool which is so awesome.
Oh, and the first half of the movie had too many humans and not enough good.
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No, but the DS games have a customizable Transformer voiced by Steven Blum.
That's gotta count for something.
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