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Features: Special Edition
Editor's Note
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, humor, 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.
| Features | Region 1 | | Anamorphic Widescreen | | Audio:
| Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround - English, French, Spanish | | Subtitles - English, French, Spanish - Optional |
| | Additonal Release Material:
| Audio Commentary - 1. Michael Bay - Director | | Featurettes - OUR WORLD:
| 1. "The Story Sparks" - Steven Spielberg discusses his love for the franchise and early concept art for the film. | | 2. "Human Allies" - A look at how the actors were selected and their experiences on the set. | | 3. "I Fight Giant Robots" | | 4. "Battleground" | | THEIR WAR:
| 5. "Rise of the Robots" - Explores the interaction between Hasbro designers and Michael Bay to bring the toy line roaring to life. | | 6. "AUTOBOTS Roll Out" - Michael Bay discusses working with Chevy and its designers and the modifications that were made to the cars seen in the film. | | 7. "DECEPTICONS Strike" - The film's military advisors discuss the "toys" they allowed the production to borrow | | 8. "Inside the AllSpark" | | MORE THAN MEETS THE EYE: | | 9. "From Script to Sand: The SKORPONOK Desert Attack" - An in-depth look at the making of this particularly epic and challenging scene from initial storyboarding through production and visual effects. | | Trailers (4) |
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| Easter Eggs: 1. "Michael Bay Cameo" | | 2. "Girl in Dress" | | 3. "Bay Bot" | | 4. "Casting Mojo" |
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| Entertainment Reviews
 | Transformers - Blu-Ray DVD Review By: Matt Paprocki - Blogcritics.org Reviews Published on: 12/24/2008 3:15 AM | | Way too long with numerous unnecessary scenes, Transformers is excess in the worst way. The Transformers themselves are a sight to see, but it’s difficult to make them out when locked in combat. The thousands of parts used to create them end up being a mass of metal. Still, it is funny at times and when the action is controlled it’s spectacular, but the entire thing feels like it could have been a lot more....read the full review |
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Release Information
|  | Studio: Paramount |
| Release Date: 9/2/2008 |
| Running Time: 143 minutes |
| Original Release Date: 2007 | | Catalog ID: 131242 | | UPC: 00097361312422 | | Number of Discs: 2 |
Audio & Video
| | Original Language: English | | Available Audio Tracks: English | | Video: Color |
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| | Professional Reviews | Entertainment Weekly
"[I]t's a kiddie dream come true to groove on the heavy-duty sci-fi transformations." -- Grade: B- 07/13/2007 p.48USA Today
"[T]he ideal summer blockbuster with its simple good guys-vs.-bad guys plot, cheeky humor and flawless special effects." 07/06/2007 p.6D Total Film
4 stars out of 5 -- "[I]t will be remembered as 2007's jaw-dropper. Special effects have brought your childhood to life, humour and humanity bonuses amid the metallic carnage." 07/01/2007 p.38 Ultimate DVD
3 stars out of 5 -- "[T]he evil Decepticons, led by the mighty Megatron -- are beautifully rendered, their interaction a masterclass in CGI technology." 08/01/2007 p.78 Sight and Sound
"[The] effects work is mindblowing." 09/01/2007 p.81 |
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