I saw it yesterday as a matinee. As a lifelong Transformers fan since G1, I loved it! There were families and grown adults in the theater i saw it in. It was close to being full. There were many fans clapping at the end of the film. It is satisfying from beginning to end. But I recommend going to see it. Transformers fans will love all the easter eggs in the film. Also, both post credits are absolutely worth it. This was the best Transformers film since Transformers the Movie back in 1986.
Honest and to the point, Rodimus, you started the video with nice , non-commentary spoilers as to how many would go out and watch the incoming Transformers One movie. You also asserted that while the movie zoomed in on Prime's and Megatron's origins, which did differ from the TV series episode"War Dawn", it did cover the dynamics where they would fight in the future. adding that most of the movie's aim was to sell toys, you only wondered what other cinema-goers would think, as even your kids have different views on their own favorite robots to cheer on!!! This is great angle , bro, keep the reel rolling, I might end up watching the movie too. Till all are One!!!
I can't wait to go watch it a second time! I haven't gotten that emotional at a movie in a while. I can't say it beats the G1 movie yet, but it absolutely destroys all other Transformers movies from 2007-2023.
If I were stuck in a bunker and could only have 10 movies forever: Transformers One, Deadpool & Wolverine, The Matrix, Bumblebee, Book of Eli, Shawshank Redemption, Green Mile, Star Wars Return of the Jedi (long story), Avengers Endgame & Batman The Dark Knight.
Maybe I'm a bit more nerdy than you, but I'd swap out Shawshank Redemtion, Green Mile, and maybe the Book of Eli for Transformers The Movie, Godzilla Minus One, and then it's possible I take out Return of the Jedi for Empire Strikes Back, but I also would want to put in The Goonies.
The movie was worth it. It’s peak in its own ways. I feel like those who didn’t know about Transformers will love it. Though there were some parts of the movie I wished they could expand or improve still the movie is top tier for me.
Trilogy? I suppose the second and third movies will be Transformers Two and Transformers Three? Or Transformers: The Decepticons Strike Back and Transformers: Return of the Thirteen?
Ditto, I brought the whole family to the fan event last week and really enjoyed it. I’m a G1 kid that never bothered with the Bayverse, and this one felt true and honest to the Transformers I loved.
I saw it with one of my sons who loves Transformers, and we were actually wearing the same shirts that we got from TF Con in Orlando last year! 😂 The showing we went to was on Saturday at around noon, and the theater was fairly empty, it was just the two of us and maybe two other families. We absolutely enjoyed it though, and were pointing out which characters we noticed all throughout the film too!
Much better than I expected. Buscemi as Starscream was excellent. The "you've got no XXX, you've got no YYY" line was hilarious. I feel this movie did a much better job incorporating callbacks than, say, Alien Romulus. If I had one gripe, it was that Iacon was too bright. Maybe it was the coloring, but it looked too "cheerful" for a society all about working the mines to get by. I'd give it an A-.
As a G1 fan, I loved this! Not perfect, but probably the best modern animated movie that I've seen to date. The visual design of the characters, the action, and tone were all very well done imo. I am disappointed by the box office numbers as it seems to be indicating we won't get a sequel, unfortunately, but maybe it will have legs and will be profitable after all.
I just watched it too and there were ALOT of us older guys and girls who are now in our 40's and 50's watch it with wonder of how respectful of G1. Of course can't say much especially some of us weren't that into the Michael Bay Boom boom movies.
If the 86 movie is a 10 ( which it is ) then this is a 9.8 loved it and hope they do more movies from this or a series even especially with the 13 primed coming out next year
I’ve already written out my thoughts on this movie to post on your video. It’s got spoilers so I’ll wait until your spoiler review. I will say that it was a great mix of G1, TFAnimated, IDW comics, and WfC game. It doesn’t need to connect to another continuity because the beautiful thing about Transformers is that it can have multiple continuities that are not required to connect together.
Spoiler observation: It was interesting to have D16 pull Jazz apart to save his life in the mine, as opposed to the first Bayverse movie. "It's like poetry, it rhymes." -George Lucas
This movie made my daughters into Transformers fans. They were aware of it, they saw some of the cartoons. But THIS is where they realized, when it comes to Transformers, they are more than meets the eye.
I think advertising it like the mario movie was a detriment, because the trailers makes it really really kid like, but the movie gets dark, you dont see the darkness in the trailers
Nice to have seen films this year that are not all about "family." Seriously, it has felt like every film has been about only one thing the last ten years or so. Nice for a film to be about something else. And no Marvel humor being copied either. That's a trope that got old fast. TF One succeeds by using actual story logic, situational tones, and clearly defined reasons for character turns. You don't feel like a scene went missing that would make everything make sense. Again, something that has plagued films for ten years.
I went to the Fan Event with a friend. The theater were giving out free posters, keychains, and a re-release of the original Transformers comic, which is honestly my favorite amongst the freebies. I’ve been a TF fan since the 2007 film (being 11 at the time and loved it to bits). I started to dip out of the franchise after AoE because the movies were getting more and more bland and tired. It wasn’t until this year that I got back into Transformers and started watching G1 and Prime for the first time. This film went over my moderate expectations. The brotherly bond between Orion and D-16 was precious and I felt for them. They reminded me of me and my friend at times. It’s a bittersweet origin story that flowed very well. I was fangirling to myself from seeing some of my other favorites (mainly Decepticons) during those cameo scenes. Overall, I’d give them film about an 8/10 as well. I would definitely watch it again.
Shame it's not performing well as it's actually quite good. The trailer makes it look like your typical ''quirky'' silly billy jokey jokey banter which I find repulsive in modern movies now. But it's really not so bad in the actual movie.
I saw this yesterday, it was very good. Pseudo-spoilers: I wish that before she got a cog, Elita 1 was called Ariel or Eriel as she is called now and then called her self Elita after the upgrade. She could have even been designated RE-1 where the 1 is read as an L. Also it would have been fun for Jazz to be called JA-22.
I just left the theaters myself after watching it. I will say it gave me TF Prime vibes, not just the music, but the designs (especially the way the faces were animated). I would have been more sold on the "Aligned Continuity" if this took the place of the origin instead of the High Moon WFC games. I will also point out that the marketing failed this movie, particularly the initial trailers. First impressions have significance for a reason. And my theater was nearly empty, and I was the only one who waited around to see the after credits scene (out of around 8 or so people). I hope word of mouth will help the movie profit, because I want to see what's in store with its sequels. And while it exists in its own continuity, there's plenty of material for TF fans to pick up on.
And I know as soon as I hear TFP music I’m going to cry like a little baby lol! That show is what introduced me to Transformers, and has a lot of nostalgia for me.
I just wish Peter Cullen was Opimus. Chris as Orion, absolutely, But have Peter as Optimus near the end. Because let's face it, there is no more iconic voice for Optimus, than Peter Cullen.
I had pretty much the exact same reactions as you. I felt that characters shift in personality was sudden. But you said a 2nd viewing revealed bread crumbs that make it fit. Guess I'm gonna have to see it a second time. I also agree Elita should've been Ariel, they could've made her R-E-L, or maybe R3L to match the other letters and numbers names.
This movie was the best for me. Character development and you actually understand why Megatron is how he is. The voice acting is great, animation 👌 it actually makes sense that they look so clean. The big war hasnt happened yet. I also saw it twice and love it more the second time. 2 thumbs up for me 🎉
Rodimus, if you say TF1 is worthy, that's good enough for me! (I know it's spoiler-free, but I'll still wait until I go see it before I watch this review!) 👏👏👏
*some spoilers in my comment* I would say this is a fair review and I agree with what you said, I’ve been a lifelong transformers fan and have been waiting a long time for something that really compared to G1 and this is the closest I’ve found (other than the Netflix series). I hope you do another video where you don’t worry about spoilers as I’d love your take on Primus and the Quintessons in this one! If there is a sequel I hope they go a little more into the history and lore because with the direction they have taken I think they’ve left a lot of room to explore those subjects. I watched it in an almost empty cinema, but then I’m in Poland and Transformers isn’t so big out here…and getting hold of the figures is a fair bit tougher 😅 Thank you for the review and looking forward to more content!
Oh and having watched your video about Primus…I think there are some queues they took from that, with the ‘Primes’ perhaps being like the original 13 transformers and Alpha Trion being a beast wars type fits in with the narrative you made about Primus developing a planet with organic life…maybe they watched your videos when working out the origin mythos here 😛
A real shame we had to wait 38 years for a 2nd Animated film in Theatres. Not perfect-I got quibbles abiut the lore condensed for a 100 minute runtime. Necessary I know. So a 9/10 from me. I hope it succeeds enough for the sequels it setup, and we get SS Airachnid, Alpha Trion, Soundwave & Darkwing.
Nice that it's its own continuity. This gives the writers more freedom than if they needed to align with an existing one. Not that the movies ever kept themselves aligned anyway. Just call Bumblebee a preboot already if you want it to still be a prequel to the 07 movie! Preboot is a combination of reboot and prequel in the same vein as requel: a direct sequel to the first film of an existing franchise that ignores all existing sequels. A preboot does the same thing except the events take place _before_ the first film and contradict any established backstory from the sequels.
The early screening had the most people in seats. There were at least two shows I have been to where I was LITERALLY the only one watching the movie. Best one I have been to was with my buddy yesterday as the crowd was more lively and I was not burdened by outside issues like I did the first time I watched it. SOME SPOILERS The music played when D-16 sees Megatronus actually made me sad, and the music added to that and I actually preffered the music in the film over TFP. The High Guard meeting had TF WFC game vibes Moments leading up to D-16 becoming Megatron and Orion becoming Optimus such Sentinel being torn in half and Primus bestowing the Matrix onto Orion gave me chills The cogless receiving cogs and the birth of the Autobots bought made me cry as it is bitter sweet given they are MORE than they once were but war looms over plus in a meta sicne, all of us have come so far while we also TRANSFORMED soo much along the way. Like the Transformers, us fans are More Than Meets The Eye
Something I forgot to mention, I never thought of the facial expressions being like Pixar though I kinda see how that may be. Like it because the designs work for me and the movie has an energy sort of a different from other Transformer shows or movies.
the transformers prime music is what I also noticed... it is so nostalgic. personally, the pacing I didn't feel was too rushed or anything. god the last section of the movie was just amazing. 10/10 coming from a kid who grew up with Transformers Prime and WFC/FOC
Enjoyed it quite a bit myself 😊. Quite a few references I recognized. Got a small chuckle from the line “You don’t have the touch or the power.” Possible minor spoiler: It did make me wonder a couple things like who some of the Primes were since they made Zeta and Sentinel two separate characters. And if Quintus Prime existed in that universe. Shout out to Steve. Obviously the most important character in the movie 🙃
I thought it was pretty great, but could have been a bit better. 8/10 is a very fair score. I recommend others go see it, but I'm also looking forward to a possible fan edit in the future.
While it appeals to our 'Wonder Years' exceedingly, 'Eight is Enough', my origins-unravelling brother! 😊🎉 Outstanding 'spoilerless' video there review, RP! 🤩👍💫
Both me and my brother will be checking it out this Tuesday on or off work day together. No pun intended, but I'll admit that I'm feeling extremely Optimistic about it now!
Yeah I agree. But I also think the cost of movie tickets and how quickly it will be on streaming plays a factor too. Big movies haven't been the same since 2020.
The score has grown on me quite a bit. Partially because I've listened to it a bit on Amazon Music, but also because the second time I saw it the theater sound mix was a bit better and you could hear the music much better than the first time I saw it.
That being said, it would have been nice to also have some nods to other existing themes. But, perhaps it was a calculated move, with the idea being to incorporate them in the 2nd and 3rd films (hoping this one does well enough to warrant it...and I certainly hope it does.) In fact, I read in an interview with the director that during the editing process for a while they actually had some form of the G1 theme at the start of the credits, but didn't feel like it was the right time/place for it.
Saw TF1 Saturday, opening day, and there were only 5 people watching. We all loved it, but why so few showed up? I've heard from folks that saw multiple early screenings even in my smallish city a whole month and a half before the release, and those were packed. Could that be a factor? Saw it with my kid who's same age I was for '86 movie. Very cool watching him get excited, laugh, cheer, and point out characters. Had similar thoughts about the music. I don't understand Paramount's aversion to the theme song. It's like going to see a Star Wars film, expecting to hear the theme at key moments and it never happens.
I wonder if TF one is having a slow start due to Beetlejuice opening on the same weekend. I think Beetlejuice laid down some impressive numbers. Hopefully, as word spreads, it will make up some serious ground.
This was a good spoiler free review im glad you gave it a 8 also im going to go see the movie this Tuesday couse on Tuesday my movie theater films are a little cheap and i can't wait to see the movie other then that great review i leave a like and im glad you and your kids like the film
I saw it!!! Omg! It was so good. I loved the storyline, action and the comedy. The animation was good too. I did like the voices on the characters. But I wish they could have shown more and left some characters alone and let them become the ones we know. But all in all it was very good. And I cannot wait for the 2nd and hopefully the 3rd or 4th. I loved this movie. I did remind me of the first time I saw the original transformers the movie in the theaters. 👍😊
I can’t lie… I was expecting disappointment after the original trailer first released. Just the idea of Chris Hemsworth as Orion/Prime just didn’t seem right but after watching it I was Definitely humbled…
@@RodimusPrimal its also kinda sad that this is the last movie. Because ya know.... till all are one. .... :D :D :D :D :D HHAHHAhahahahahahaahaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa
I was pleasantly surprised by how good it was. It was definitely not as good as transformers the movie but it’s kinda tied for second with bumblebee. I agree about the faces I’m not a fan of the more organic expressive mouths
Alpha Trion transformed into some sort of Cybertronic beast. He has a lion tail and rhinoceros horn. Megaton threw away his original transformation cog and replaced it with Magatronus’ one. When Alpha Trion granted each member of the team with a Prime’s cog, who got whose cog? Is it explicit shown in the movie, I missed it.
So ok this is my third try ..I went to see it and I love it.Itook my brother who seen Transformers the movie back in 86.I loved the references and the Transformers Prime references.I seen it in a regal theater they have Prime soda slippers and bee popcorn buckets .Plus the odd part that happened to me was this..After we pay for the tickets we have to pick our seats. I picked Row seats 1 an 2.I sat in 1 my brother in 2. Then realized I was in ...G1..
I was an 80’s kid, grew up with the cartoon and still like the 86 movie best. Hollywood being what it is today, I had low expectations for TF One. I was pleasantly surprised and thought it was pretty good overall. My young son also came away with a good but not great movie review. Gotta say, I couldn’t stand the Alita 1 character. That girl boss thing, which she also did in the Netflix series, really annoyed me. Would’ve been much better had Arcee taken her place and been the good character she was. Still not sure if I like the friendship thing between Prime and Megatron and Megatron’s turn felt too much like Anakin against Obi Wan in SW Episode III. Still better than I feared it would be though. 7.5/10 for me.
I went on Saturday with my family and my daughter and wife enjoyed it and especially my daughter was so happy to actually see it how it was made for us fans and she felt like I did back in 86 especially when the ending happens will definitely see it again and TILL ALL ARE ONE.... ROLLOUT
Hi sir... Idk whether you will notice this comment or not but if it possible I wish you to make a video of breakdown characters of this movie. Bcuz tbh when Alpha Trion transformed into his battle mode, I was fascinated at how good his design. I mean it would be wonderfull to learn the design of other 12 primes.
I think the marketing to this film was poor imo. You can tell the movie was a love letter to transformers fans, but it was marketed as a generic kids film which still didn't work because my 4 year old nephew still got scared from the trailer for it alone. I think what they should've done was market the movie to the young adult crowd and older kids like how sonys animated spiderverse films were. I think if they had done that, then this would've been more successful imo. EDIT: Plus, i think "wild robot" took away a lot of hype from it as well. In years past, rival Hollywood studios always gave each other a few weeks before releasing a second kids' movie in the same month as the first kids movie of that month, so both films would have time to breathe. Unfortunately, due to all the strikes in Hollywood, it made the release dates get screwed and transformers one and wild robot end up cannibalizing each other imo. I think that's what hurt the film, too. Parents who wanted to take their kids to see both films probably just decided to either wait for both movies to go on streaming, or they chose to go to wild robot and wait for transformers one to be on streaming. Or, vice versa.
How were the TRANSFORMATIONS?? Can you see HOW they transform like G1 or do they basically just MORPH into vehicles like on Transformers Prime? Incidentally loved transform visuals like Hotrod on Quintessa in 1987 or even Ratchet from 2007
I have a crazy idea for a character. Take the Bayverse Bonecrusher, G1’ify him, and rename him into Gravedigger. After Bonecrusher’s cousin in the books. Another idea is to rename the powermaster, Skar into Gash so he won’t be confused with the Dinobot of the same name. After all, a Gash is way worst and more painful than a Scar.
Even though I seen a cam version of transformer one I thought it was really good and I tryed to tell two of my coworkers about it and one of them said that he isn't going to see it just cause it doesn't have Peter Collins talking for orin pax and I tryed to tell him that it is befor Optimus prime but he was still hell bent on not seeing it just because it didn't have Peter Collins but I still thought that the movie was really good and I hope they make a part two to it to show more character development for Surton characters
Same I would give the movie a solid 8/10. But I would say the movie could have been a bit more longer as imo it covers the plot points of the story in a rushed manner feel like it could have been fleshed a bit more.
This was the best transformers movie I’ve ever seen. Hell, this very well may be my favorite movie of all time! Form the voice acting, to the visuals, and the music. Everything was 10/10
Not a fan of kid CGI movies, so the Pixar facial expressions took some getting used to, but got over it pretty quick & just enjoyed the shit out of the flick. Best since 1986!
It was a great movie I grew up on Transformers Armada and I want to see this on Friday 9/27/2024 I have seen all of the live-action films and I can't wait for the next Transformers movie.
@@DCMarvelMultiverse I can't remember the exact wording, but it deals with autonomy, signaling they choose their own destiny, no longer serving the Quintessons.
im gonna do 9/10 (1986 10/10 duh). rise of beasts was like (7/10) bumblebee (6.5/10) Dark of Moon / Extinction (5/10) the rest are (2/10) - the last knight is an endurance test.
I saw it yesterday as a matinee. As a lifelong Transformers fan since G1, I loved it! There were families and grown adults in the theater i saw it in. It was close to being full. There were many fans clapping at the end of the film. It is satisfying from beginning to end. But I recommend going to see it. Transformers fans will love all the easter eggs in the film. Also, both post credits are absolutely worth it. This was the best Transformers film since Transformers the Movie back in 1986.
Honest and to the point, Rodimus, you started the video with nice , non-commentary spoilers as to how many would go out and watch the incoming Transformers One movie. You also asserted that while the movie zoomed in on Prime's and Megatron's origins, which did differ from the TV series episode"War Dawn", it did cover the dynamics where they would fight in the future. adding that most of the movie's aim was to sell toys, you only wondered what other cinema-goers would think, as even your kids have different views on their own favorite robots to cheer on!!! This is great angle , bro, keep the reel rolling, I might end up watching the movie too. Till all are One!!!
I can't wait to go watch it a second time! I haven't gotten that emotional at a movie in a while. I can't say it beats the G1 movie yet, but it absolutely destroys all other Transformers movies from 2007-2023.
@@BladeCrossEXE absolutely! I still put the 1986 movie on top but this is up there!
For sure, dude. This one flat out beats the Bayformers movies to shame, even if the backstory diverts from the G1 cartoon series episode!!!
Agreed, the Bayverse is devoured by this film! I personally think it’s the best TF movie ever
I saw it on Friday at 10 pm. Didn't get home til midnight. Stay after credits for both scenes
If I were stuck in a bunker and could only have 10 movies forever: Transformers One, Deadpool & Wolverine, The Matrix, Bumblebee, Book of Eli, Shawshank Redemption, Green Mile, Star Wars Return of the Jedi (long story), Avengers Endgame & Batman The Dark Knight.
Maybe I'm a bit more nerdy than you, but I'd swap out Shawshank Redemtion, Green Mile, and maybe the Book of Eli for Transformers The Movie, Godzilla Minus One, and then it's possible I take out Return of the Jedi for Empire Strikes Back, but I also would want to put in The Goonies.
The movie was worth it. It’s peak in its own ways. I feel like those who didn’t know about Transformers will love it. Though there were some parts of the movie I wished they could expand or improve still the movie is top tier for me.
I didn't expect much, I was pleasantly surprised. I enjoyed it.
Transformers One is the best Transformers film in years! Very much looking forward to this new trilogy that is being planned.
Trilogy? I suppose the second and third movies will be Transformers Two and Transformers Three? Or Transformers: The Decepticons Strike Back and Transformers: Return of the Thirteen?
Ditto, I brought the whole family to the fan event last week and really enjoyed it. I’m a G1 kid that never bothered with the Bayverse, and this one felt true and honest to the Transformers I loved.
Guessing one will be a war with Quintessons where Optimus and Megatron have to team up again.
Come on, the other films haven't been that bad that is the best in years.
Calling this the best is really saying it is the least shite.
I saw it with one of my sons who loves Transformers, and we were actually wearing the same shirts that we got from TF Con in Orlando last year! 😂 The showing we went to was on Saturday at around noon, and the theater was fairly empty, it was just the two of us and maybe two other families. We absolutely enjoyed it though, and were pointing out which characters we noticed all throughout the film too!
Much better than I expected. Buscemi as Starscream was excellent. The "you've got no XXX, you've got no YYY" line was hilarious. I feel this movie did a much better job incorporating callbacks than, say, Alien Romulus. If I had one gripe, it was that Iacon was too bright. Maybe it was the coloring, but it looked too "cheerful" for a society all about working the mines to get by. I'd give it an A-.
As a G1 fan, I loved this! Not perfect, but probably the best modern animated movie that I've seen to date. The visual design of the characters, the action, and tone were all very well done imo. I am disappointed by the box office numbers as it seems to be indicating we won't get a sequel, unfortunately, but maybe it will have legs and will be profitable after all.
This was the best Transformers movie since the 86 Movie no doubt. I was really surprised I am looking forward to the sequel!!
Rodimus Primal, the Paragon of Fandom. Objective, has his own opinions, is considerate of other fans. Why I watch.
I just watched it too and there were ALOT of us older guys and girls who are now in our 40's and 50's watch it with wonder of how respectful of G1. Of course can't say much especially some of us weren't that into the Michael Bay Boom boom movies.
If the 86 movie is a 10 ( which it is ) then this is a 9.8 loved it and hope they do more movies from this or a series even especially with the 13 primed coming out next year
I’ve already written out my thoughts on this movie to post on your video. It’s got spoilers so I’ll wait until your spoiler review.
I will say that it was a great mix of G1, TFAnimated, IDW comics, and WfC game. It doesn’t need to connect to another continuity because the beautiful thing about Transformers is that it can have multiple continuities that are not required to connect together.
It was worth it and i was really wary of this. They made thus for all Transformers fans, new, old and in between
Spoiler observation:
It was interesting to have D16 pull Jazz apart to save his life in the mine, as opposed to the first Bayverse movie.
"It's like poetry, it rhymes." -George Lucas
Oh crap, I just noticed that XD
Ironically, the new movie is supposed to be a prequel to those bayverse films.
@@thewolfofwallstreet627 It's not. I goes against the movie continuity in several different ways.
'I'm done saving you' hits hard, but its also the final step on that path
I especially liked Alpha Trion's alternate mode.
This movie made my daughters into Transformers fans. They were aware of it, they saw some of the cartoons. But THIS is where they realized, when it comes to Transformers, they are more than meets the eye.
I think advertising it like the mario movie was a detriment, because the trailers makes it really really kid like, but the movie gets dark, you dont see the darkness in the trailers
Nice to have seen films this year that are not all about "family." Seriously, it has felt like every film has been about only one thing the last ten years or so. Nice for a film to be about something else. And no Marvel humor being copied either. That's a trope that got old fast. TF One succeeds by using actual story logic, situational tones, and clearly defined reasons for character turns. You don't feel like a scene went missing that would make everything make sense. Again, something that has plagued films for ten years.
To make it short, I do hope they make "Transformers: Two" where we see the other cybertronian colonies.
Looks awesome, just wish I had someone to take. Been a fan since the original cartoon!
In One, the characters didn't have hundreds of little things folding away. It felt like G1 transformations.
I went to the Fan Event with a friend. The theater were giving out free posters, keychains, and a re-release of the original Transformers comic, which is honestly my favorite amongst the freebies.
I’ve been a TF fan since the 2007 film (being 11 at the time and loved it to bits). I started to dip out of the franchise after AoE because the movies were getting more and more bland and tired. It wasn’t until this year that I got back into Transformers and started watching G1 and Prime for the first time.
This film went over my moderate expectations. The brotherly bond between Orion and D-16 was precious and I felt for them. They reminded me of me and my friend at times. It’s a bittersweet origin story that flowed very well. I was fangirling to myself from seeing some of my other favorites (mainly Decepticons) during those cameo scenes.
Overall, I’d give them film about an 8/10 as well. I would definitely watch it again.
Shame it's not performing well as it's actually quite good. The trailer makes it look like your typical ''quirky'' silly billy jokey jokey banter which I find repulsive in modern movies now. But it's really not so bad in the actual movie.
I'm 47 and I genuinely feel that it's a better movie than the 86 movie...especially when it comes to recommending it to new comers.
Greetings from Greece🇬🇷 Rodimus primal thank you for your review of the movie🍿🎥 I can't wait to see it when I fly to London next week
I saw this yesterday, it was very good.
Pseudo-spoilers:
I wish that before she got a cog, Elita 1 was called Ariel or Eriel as she is called now and then called her self Elita after the upgrade.
She could have even been designated RE-1 where the 1 is read as an L.
Also it would have been fun for Jazz to be called JA-22.
I just left the theaters myself after watching it. I will say it gave me TF Prime vibes, not just the music, but the designs (especially the way the faces were animated). I would have been more sold on the "Aligned Continuity" if this took the place of the origin instead of the High Moon WFC games.
I will also point out that the marketing failed this movie, particularly the initial trailers. First impressions have significance for a reason. And my theater was nearly empty, and I was the only one who waited around to see the after credits scene (out of around 8 or so people).
I hope word of mouth will help the movie profit, because I want to see what's in store with its sequels.
And while it exists in its own continuity, there's plenty of material for TF fans to pick up on.
Can’t wait to see it on Tuesday! So glad it’s good, and I pray they make the trilogy
And I know as soon as I hear TFP music I’m going to cry like a little baby lol! That show is what introduced me to Transformers, and has a lot of nostalgia for me.
I just wish Peter Cullen was Opimus. Chris as Orion, absolutely, But have Peter as Optimus near the end. Because let's face it, there is no more iconic voice for Optimus, than Peter Cullen.
I had pretty much the exact same reactions as you. I felt that characters shift in personality was sudden. But you said a 2nd viewing revealed bread crumbs that make it fit. Guess I'm gonna have to see it a second time. I also agree Elita should've been Ariel, they could've made her R-E-L, or maybe R3L to match the other letters and numbers names.
This movie was the best for me. Character development and you actually understand why Megatron is how he is. The voice acting is great, animation 👌 it actually makes sense that they look so clean. The big war hasnt happened yet. I also saw it twice and love it more the second time. 2 thumbs up for me 🎉
Rodimus, if you say TF1 is worthy, that's good enough for me!
(I know it's spoiler-free, but I'll still wait until I go see it before I watch this review!) 👏👏👏
*some spoilers in my comment*
I would say this is a fair review and I agree with what you said, I’ve been a lifelong transformers fan and have been waiting a long time for something that really compared to G1 and this is the closest I’ve found (other than the Netflix series).
I hope you do another video where you don’t worry about spoilers as I’d love your take on Primus and the Quintessons in this one!
If there is a sequel I hope they go a little more into the history and lore because with the direction they have taken I think they’ve left a lot of room to explore those subjects.
I watched it in an almost empty cinema, but then I’m in Poland and Transformers isn’t so big out here…and getting hold of the figures is a fair bit tougher 😅
Thank you for the review and looking forward to more content!
Oh and having watched your video about Primus…I think there are some queues they took from that, with the ‘Primes’ perhaps being like the original 13 transformers and Alpha Trion being a beast wars type fits in with the narrative you made about Primus developing a planet with organic life…maybe they watched your videos when working out the origin mythos here 😛
A real shame we had to wait 38 years for a 2nd Animated film in Theatres.
Not perfect-I got quibbles abiut the lore condensed for a 100 minute runtime. Necessary I know. So a 9/10 from me.
I hope it succeeds enough for the sequels it setup, and we get SS Airachnid, Alpha Trion, Soundwave & Darkwing.
Nice that it's its own continuity. This gives the writers more freedom than if they needed to align with an existing one. Not that the movies ever kept themselves aligned anyway.
Just call Bumblebee a preboot already if you want it to still be a prequel to the 07 movie! Preboot is a combination of reboot and prequel in the same vein as requel: a direct sequel to the first film of an existing franchise that ignores all existing sequels. A preboot does the same thing except the events take place _before_ the first film and contradict any established backstory from the sequels.
Can’t wait Transformers One In Theaters
The early screening had the most people in seats. There were at least two shows I have been to where I was LITERALLY the only one watching the movie. Best one I have been to was with my buddy yesterday as the crowd was more lively and I was not burdened by outside issues like I did the first time I watched it.
SOME SPOILERS
The music played when D-16 sees Megatronus actually made me sad, and the music added to that and I actually preffered the music in the film over TFP.
The High Guard meeting had TF WFC game vibes
Moments leading up to D-16 becoming Megatron and Orion becoming Optimus such Sentinel being torn in half and Primus bestowing the Matrix onto Orion gave me chills
The cogless receiving cogs and the birth of the Autobots bought made me cry as it is bitter sweet given they are MORE than they once were but war looms over plus in a meta sicne, all of us have come so far while we also TRANSFORMED soo much along the way.
Like the Transformers, us fans are More Than Meets The Eye
Something I forgot to mention, I never thought of the facial expressions being like Pixar though I kinda see how that may be. Like it because the designs work for me and the movie has an energy sort of a different from other Transformer shows or movies.
the transformers prime music is what I also noticed... it is so nostalgic. personally, the pacing I didn't feel was too rushed or anything. god the last section of the movie was just amazing. 10/10 coming from a kid who grew up with Transformers Prime and WFC/FOC
Enjoyed it quite a bit myself 😊.
Quite a few references I recognized.
Got a small chuckle from the line “You don’t have the touch or the power.”
Possible minor spoiler:
It did make me wonder a couple things like who some of the Primes were since they made Zeta and Sentinel two separate characters. And if Quintus Prime existed in that universe.
Shout out to Steve. Obviously the most important character in the movie 🙃
Definitely a solid movie. Looking forward to your full spoiler review
I thought it was pretty great, but could have been a bit better.
8/10 is a very fair score.
I recommend others go see it, but I'm also looking forward to a possible fan edit in the future.
While it appeals to our 'Wonder Years' exceedingly, 'Eight is Enough', my origins-unravelling brother! 😊🎉
Outstanding 'spoilerless' video there review, RP! 🤩👍💫
Another good thing about this is that there aren't any humans to make them feel like aliens or to have to worry about their scale
Looks like next week. I can't wait. I'm looking forward to it
Both me and my brother will be checking it out this Tuesday on or off work day together. No pun intended, but I'll admit that I'm feeling extremely Optimistic about it now!
Seen it One time, but I will watch it a second time, it was a great TF movie.
If you look up the Main theme then you’ll hear the TFPrime notes
The movie was good, I felt for the characters, story was well told. Low box office revenue indicates a transformers fatigue with the general public.
Yeah I agree. But I also think the cost of movie tickets and how quickly it will be on streaming plays a factor too. Big movies haven't been the same since 2020.
My 3 kids loved the movie.
I thought it would've been a cool retcon if Megatron was originally Dion.
I agree with you about the music. Did absolutely nothing for me. I can't even remember anything about it. Still a 10 outta 10 movie. Loved it
The score has grown on me quite a bit. Partially because I've listened to it a bit on Amazon Music, but also because the second time I saw it the theater sound mix was a bit better and you could hear the music much better than the first time I saw it.
That being said, it would have been nice to also have some nods to other existing themes. But, perhaps it was a calculated move, with the idea being to incorporate them in the 2nd and 3rd films (hoping this one does well enough to warrant it...and I certainly hope it does.)
In fact, I read in an interview with the director that during the editing process for a while they actually had some form of the G1 theme at the start of the credits, but didn't feel like it was the right time/place for it.
Im betting that you son saw brawn. I didn't recognize him until the end with the upgrades
Saw TF1 Saturday, opening day, and there were only 5 people watching. We all loved it, but why so few showed up? I've heard from folks that saw multiple early screenings even in my smallish city a whole month and a half before the release, and those were packed. Could that be a factor? Saw it with my kid who's same age I was for '86 movie. Very cool watching him get excited, laugh, cheer, and point out characters. Had similar thoughts about the music. I don't understand Paramount's aversion to the theme song. It's like going to see a Star Wars film, expecting to hear the theme at key moments and it never happens.
I wonder if TF one is having a slow start due to Beetlejuice opening on the same weekend. I think Beetlejuice laid down some impressive numbers. Hopefully, as word spreads, it will make up some serious ground.
This was a good spoiler free review im glad you gave it a 8 also im going to go see the movie this Tuesday couse on Tuesday my movie theater films are a little cheap and i can't wait to see the movie other then that great review i leave a like and im glad you and your kids like the film
I grew up watching the G1 movie as it came out when I was born
I am going to see the movie this Saturday with my kids.
I saw it!!! Omg! It was so good. I loved the storyline, action and the comedy. The animation was good too. I did like the voices on the characters. But I wish they could have shown more and left some characters alone and let them become the ones we know. But all in all it was very good. And I cannot wait for the 2nd and hopefully the 3rd or 4th. I loved this movie. I did remind me of the first time I saw the original transformers the movie in the theaters. 👍😊
I can’t lie… I was expecting disappointment after the original trailer first released. Just the idea of Chris Hemsworth as
Orion/Prime just didn’t seem right but after watching it I was Definitely humbled…
When I saw it there was almost nobody there.
Was good, but I don't think enough time was spent on D's TRANSFORMATION to a bad guy. :D
That was my thoughts as well.
I think they rushed the transformation of both Megatron and Orion Pax, but they (the producers mostly) wanted the whole story in one movie
@@RodimusPrimal its also kinda sad that this is the last movie.
Because ya know....
till all are one.
.... :D :D :D :D :D HHAHHAhahahahahahaahaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa
@@FlamesofJagger they had time, its just they spent it on some silly type of things. Some of those were fine though.
I saw it Saturday afternoon, Sadly, there were only 4 other people in the theatre.
I was pleasantly surprised by how good it was. It was definitely not as good as transformers the movie but it’s kinda tied for second with bumblebee. I agree about the faces I’m not a fan of the more organic expressive mouths
Alpha Trion transformed into some sort of Cybertronic beast. He has a lion tail and rhinoceros horn.
Megaton threw away his original transformation cog and replaced it with Magatronus’ one. When Alpha Trion granted each member of the team with a Prime’s cog, who got whose cog? Is it explicit shown in the movie, I missed it.
@@aps125 they named the 4, but they didn't make it clear which of them got which.
Transformers one was awesome. If I had to describe it that’s just prime.
So ok this is my third try ..I went to see it and I love it.Itook my brother who seen Transformers the movie back in 86.I loved the references and the Transformers Prime references.I seen it in a regal theater they have Prime soda slippers and bee popcorn buckets .Plus the odd part that happened to me was this..After we pay for the tickets we have to pick our seats. I picked Row seats 1 an 2.I sat in 1 my brother in 2. Then realized I was in ...G1..
I was an 80’s kid, grew up with the cartoon and still like the 86 movie best. Hollywood being what it is today, I had low expectations for TF One. I was pleasantly surprised and thought it was pretty good overall. My young son also came away with a good but not great movie review.
Gotta say, I couldn’t stand the Alita 1 character. That girl boss thing, which she also did in the Netflix series, really annoyed me. Would’ve been much better had Arcee taken her place and been the good character she was.
Still not sure if I like the friendship thing between Prime and Megatron and Megatron’s turn felt too much like Anakin against Obi Wan in SW Episode III. Still better than I feared it would be though. 7.5/10 for me.
I went on Saturday with my family and my daughter and wife enjoyed it and especially my daughter was so happy to actually see it how it was made for us fans and she felt like I did back in 86 especially when the ending happens will definitely see it again and TILL ALL ARE ONE.... ROLLOUT
From what I understand, TFO is meant to tie in to the new Live Action timeline (BB and ROTB) it is not a new continuity.
It's been made official that the movie is set in its own continuity. Only Lorenzo sees it as a prequel.
@@RodimusPrimal Thanks for clearing that up, keep up the good work and may you and your family be blessed with good health.
Autobots roll out
What did he say?
Louder
Transform and roll out!
It's the movie all new adults always wanted growing up watching Transformers Prime.
I consider myself only a G1 fan but I really enjoyed this and am looking forward to the next one. I think it's better than the 1986 movie.
I know it may be in part nostalgia, but I don't think it's better than 1986, but it's the best since that movie.
9/10 best Transformers movie of all. I grew up with G1. I have longboxes of the comics. I really like this movie a lot
I've heard good things, but I'll watch it when I can.
I loved 86 TTM and Bumblebee. If this is better than that, I am impressed.
Hi sir... Idk whether you will notice this comment or not but if it possible I wish you to make a video of breakdown characters of this movie.
Bcuz tbh when Alpha Trion transformed into his battle mode, I was fascinated at how good his design.
I mean it would be wonderfull to learn the design of other 12 primes.
I think the marketing to this film was poor imo. You can tell the movie was a love letter to transformers fans, but it was marketed as a generic kids film which still didn't work because my 4 year old nephew still got scared from the trailer for it alone. I think what they should've done was market the movie to the young adult crowd and older kids like how sonys animated spiderverse films were. I think if they had done that, then this would've been more successful imo.
EDIT:
Plus, i think "wild robot" took away a lot of hype from it as well. In years past, rival Hollywood studios always gave each other a few weeks before releasing a second kids' movie in the same month as the first kids movie of that month, so both films would have time to breathe. Unfortunately, due to all the strikes in Hollywood, it made the release dates get screwed and transformers one and wild robot end up cannibalizing each other imo. I think that's what hurt the film, too. Parents who wanted to take their kids to see both films probably just decided to either wait for both movies to go on streaming, or they chose to go to wild robot and wait for transformers one to be on streaming. Or, vice versa.
Yeah poor marketing for sure but it certainly was a fun film and worth seeing.
How were the TRANSFORMATIONS?? Can you see HOW they transform like G1 or do they basically just MORPH into vehicles like on Transformers Prime?
Incidentally loved transform visuals like Hotrod on Quintessa in 1987 or even Ratchet from 2007
They do transform quickly, but you can tell that parts are moving in places and where the parts are supposed to go.
I can't wait to go again this upcoming Saturday. I think I'm going to like the movie much more on a second viewing.
This is Gonna be My Favorite Transformers Movie Ever
I have a crazy idea for a character. Take the Bayverse Bonecrusher, G1’ify him, and rename him into Gravedigger. After Bonecrusher’s cousin in the books.
Another idea is to rename the powermaster, Skar into Gash so he won’t be confused with the Dinobot of the same name. After all, a Gash is way worst and more painful than a Scar.
Even though I seen a cam version of transformer one I thought it was really good and I tryed to tell two of my coworkers about it and one of them said that he isn't going to see it just cause it doesn't have Peter Collins talking for orin pax and I tryed to tell him that it is befor Optimus prime but he was still hell bent on not seeing it just because it didn't have Peter Collins but I still thought that the movie was really good and I hope they make a part two to it to show more character development for Surton characters
Same I would give the movie a solid 8/10. But I would say the movie could have been a bit more longer as imo it covers the plot points of the story in a rushed manner feel like it could have been fleshed a bit more.
This was the best transformers movie I’ve ever seen. Hell, this very well may be my favorite movie of all time! Form the voice acting, to the visuals, and the music. Everything was 10/10
And I personally loved the music!
I have always been an Optimus Prime fan. After watching the movie I felt more respect for Megatron and felt his exile was too harsh.
Did you hear till I fall?
Believe when I say it hits hard.
The designs of the characters in this movie are similar to Transformers Earthspark and Transformers Construct Bots
I loved that film film it was awesome and one of the best Transformers film ever made!👍😁
Not a fan of kid CGI movies, so the Pixar facial expressions took some getting used to, but got over it pretty quick & just enjoyed the shit out of the flick. Best since 1986!
Loved this movie! It's a must watch!
It was a great movie I grew up on Transformers Armada and I want to see this on Friday 9/27/2024 I have seen all of the live-action films and I can't wait for the next Transformers movie.
Did they give a reason why the miners call themselves Autobots? Did I miss something?
@@DCMarvelMultiverse Yes, it happens in Optimus' speech at the end.
@@darrenheideman2546 I know he calls them Autobots but I did not notice an in-story reason given.
@@DCMarvelMultiverse I can't remember the exact wording, but it deals with autonomy, signaling they choose their own destiny, no longer serving the Quintessons.
Saw Micheal Bay’s name pop up as producer during post credit scene. I guess he is still involved in the TF cinematic franchise?
He's not hands on with anything. It's mostly getting investors involved in financing it.
im gonna do 9/10 (1986 10/10 duh). rise of beasts was like (7/10) bumblebee (6.5/10) Dark of Moon / Extinction (5/10) the rest are (2/10) - the last knight is an endurance test.
What were your thoughts on Sentinel Prime's secret
Ignore the first trailer and watch the second trailer to know if you want to see this movie or not.
Personally, I liked it.