Review: Transformers

I am actually not a fan of the Transformers toys, but I definitely was watching the cartoon series back when I was a child. That “Ei-Oh-Uh” sound was embedded on everyone’s mind, kinda like that deep breathing sound of Darth Vader. Come 2007, and Steven Spielberg produces this Michael Bay-directed epic. A sure blockbuster? Definitely. I went to the special screening of the film last week , and boy was I impressed. The plot was simple; Autobots are seeking out the Allspark, a cube like device that has the ability to ‘transform’ mere objects into cybernetic organisms. They must get it before it get into the hands of the Decepticons, who would use the cube’s power to wipe out humankind to extinction. Acting was great, especially Shia LeBeouf, who may be the next big star. Megan Fox was hot and other supporting characters all performed very well. Now to the stars of the film itself. The Autobots, headed by Optimus Prime, was one of the best rendered digital characters I saw on the big screen. While watching, some part of me was actually thinking if the robots are real or not. Even on the big screen, he still has the charisma that I loved when I was a kid. Megatron was also great, though some of the other Decepticons didn’t have as much screen time as expected. The action scenes? WOW. Michael Bay is a great director. Some action scenes I liked were from his films. Those slow-motion epic shots definitely bring tears to my eyes. One scene I loved was the arrival of the Autobots, the shots coupled with choral music bring chills to my spine. I love that scene. I definitely had a great time, and if not for the high prices of cinemas here, I would have watched it more than once. Sure, there numerous plot holes in the film, but who cares? This is Transformers. Sequel please! Transformers: 9/10