Transformers: Age of Extinction Directed by Michael Bay
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Transformers: Age of Extinction Directed by Michael Bay |
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- Amazon Sales Rank: #49 in Movie
- Released on: 2014-09-16
- Rating: PG-13 (Parental Guidance Suggested)
- Subtitled in: English
- Running time: 166 minutes
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63 of 84 people found the following review helpful.
Entertaining, enjoyable, at times shocking and just a bit irritating!
By Ranny Levy
It’s been years since the Decepticons and the Autobots battled for the fate of the humans in Chicago and human defenses against alien forces are at an all-time high. A government branch of humans is targeting all Transformers, Autobots and Decepticons alike, with the help of a menacing assassin. While all of this is going on, Cade Yeager, a struggling inventor from Texas tries to make enough means to keep his property and put his daughter Tessa through college. While looking for parts to help his inventions, he stumbles upon a broken down, rusted truck and decides to fix it up. To his surprise, the truck turns out to the mighty Optimus Prime. Cade fixes him and decides to help him defeat the forces coming for Earth yet, again once he realizes what the government is doing to Transformers. Now, the fate of the entire human race lies in the hands of Optimus and this family of humans and, without them, we might just face extinction.
This film is entertaining and visually very well done. Director Michael Bay uses the first IMAX Digital 3D camera, making the images more immersive and stunning than anything that’s been seen on the big screen so far. It’s very intense to be sitting in the IMAX Theater seeing these 50 ft. robots captured in such a realistic way. If you’ve seen any of the previous films from this franchise you know that they are nothing short of action packed. The cinematography and CGI is able to show the intense battle scenes and large scale attacks in a breathtaking, edge-of-your-seat way. One thing that I don’t like about the visuals is the inconsistency of the Transformers from film to film. The main characters look the same but some of the Autobots that are introduced in this film are designed completely different than in any of the previous films. Their faces are constructed to have features that look extremely humanesque and it is strange to see them next to Optimus and BumbleBee who still have the classic Transformer look. Another inconsistency is that, in the last film, every time a Transformer was hit they would spill a blood-like-liquid, but in this film, if they are injured, the liquid that comes from the wounds is bright green.
It is very strange to see a Transformer film without Shia Labeouf but, I am quite impressed with Mark Wahlberg and the way he tackles this role. I think he’s a fantastic actor and really grounds the film. I’m also a fan of Nicola Peltz and think she is decent in this film. However, I am really sick of the way girls are portrayed in this franchise. Every single leading lady looks like a Victoria’s Secret model, is completely helpless about 75% of the movie, can never figure out how to help them self and has to be told to run before they do. Near the end, they have one moment of courage and that’s pretty much all. It’s a formula that is completely predictable in all of the Transformer films, but alas, it’s what sells.
Like I said before, this film is entertaining and it enjoyable. It kept me engaged, concerned for the characters, shocked and, I’ll admit, I did almost cry near the end. However this film is peppered with extremely cliché and honestly annoying lines and interactions. From the very beginning, Tessa is introduced as a stereotypical film version of a teenage girl. She rolls up with her friends screaming and giggling about how excited they are to party and be crazy. The whole interaction is cheesy and unnecessary and sets her up to look like a bimbo. After that, her boyfriend, who looks suspiciously similar to the Hemsworth brothers, comes to save the day and the rude, inappropriate and just plain stupid things he says to Tessa’s father drove me insane. There are several lines in the film that prompted me to say to myself, “Really? Was that really necessary?” The last irritating thing is the fact that they really drove the whole “American Way” and patriotism to the ground. In every seen at Cade’s ranch there are at least two American flags shown and it is constantly mentioned that they’re just good ole’ Texas folk, protecting America with cries of: “Don’t mess with our country!” “Think of your country!” “Fight for your country!” Previous films were less centered on our nation and more about the human race as a whole.
Despite my qualms regarding this movie, it is entertaining and the visuals are extremely well done. I give it 4 out of 5 stars and recommend this film for ages 13 to 18 due to the violence and language. However, if you have seen the previous films and are under 13, then this film should be suitable for you. If you're a fan of Transformers, action or just want to experience the first film to ever use the million dollar IMAX Digital 3D camera, be sure to check out Transformer: Age of Extinction in theaters now.
Reviewed by Raven D, KIDS FIRST! Film Critic. For more youth reviews, go to kidsfirst dot org.
Entertaining, enjoyable, at times shocking and just a bit irritating!
By Ranny Levy
It’s been years since the Decepticons and the Autobots battled for the fate of the humans in Chicago and human defenses against alien forces are at an all-time high. A government branch of humans is targeting all Transformers, Autobots and Decepticons alike, with the help of a menacing assassin. While all of this is going on, Cade Yeager, a struggling inventor from Texas tries to make enough means to keep his property and put his daughter Tessa through college. While looking for parts to help his inventions, he stumbles upon a broken down, rusted truck and decides to fix it up. To his surprise, the truck turns out to the mighty Optimus Prime. Cade fixes him and decides to help him defeat the forces coming for Earth yet, again once he realizes what the government is doing to Transformers. Now, the fate of the entire human race lies in the hands of Optimus and this family of humans and, without them, we might just face extinction.
This film is entertaining and visually very well done. Director Michael Bay uses the first IMAX Digital 3D camera, making the images more immersive and stunning than anything that’s been seen on the big screen so far. It’s very intense to be sitting in the IMAX Theater seeing these 50 ft. robots captured in such a realistic way. If you’ve seen any of the previous films from this franchise you know that they are nothing short of action packed. The cinematography and CGI is able to show the intense battle scenes and large scale attacks in a breathtaking, edge-of-your-seat way. One thing that I don’t like about the visuals is the inconsistency of the Transformers from film to film. The main characters look the same but some of the Autobots that are introduced in this film are designed completely different than in any of the previous films. Their faces are constructed to have features that look extremely humanesque and it is strange to see them next to Optimus and BumbleBee who still have the classic Transformer look. Another inconsistency is that, in the last film, every time a Transformer was hit they would spill a blood-like-liquid, but in this film, if they are injured, the liquid that comes from the wounds is bright green.
It is very strange to see a Transformer film without Shia Labeouf but, I am quite impressed with Mark Wahlberg and the way he tackles this role. I think he’s a fantastic actor and really grounds the film. I’m also a fan of Nicola Peltz and think she is decent in this film. However, I am really sick of the way girls are portrayed in this franchise. Every single leading lady looks like a Victoria’s Secret model, is completely helpless about 75% of the movie, can never figure out how to help them self and has to be told to run before they do. Near the end, they have one moment of courage and that’s pretty much all. It’s a formula that is completely predictable in all of the Transformer films, but alas, it’s what sells.
Like I said before, this film is entertaining and it enjoyable. It kept me engaged, concerned for the characters, shocked and, I’ll admit, I did almost cry near the end. However this film is peppered with extremely cliché and honestly annoying lines and interactions. From the very beginning, Tessa is introduced as a stereotypical film version of a teenage girl. She rolls up with her friends screaming and giggling about how excited they are to party and be crazy. The whole interaction is cheesy and unnecessary and sets her up to look like a bimbo. After that, her boyfriend, who looks suspiciously similar to the Hemsworth brothers, comes to save the day and the rude, inappropriate and just plain stupid things he says to Tessa’s father drove me insane. There are several lines in the film that prompted me to say to myself, “Really? Was that really necessary?” The last irritating thing is the fact that they really drove the whole “American Way” and patriotism to the ground. In every seen at Cade’s ranch there are at least two American flags shown and it is constantly mentioned that they’re just good ole’ Texas folk, protecting America with cries of: “Don’t mess with our country!” “Think of your country!” “Fight for your country!” Previous films were less centered on our nation and more about the human race as a whole.
Despite my qualms regarding this movie, it is entertaining and the visuals are extremely well done. I give it 4 out of 5 stars and recommend this film for ages 13 to 18 due to the violence and language. However, if you have seen the previous films and are under 13, then this film should be suitable for you. If you're a fan of Transformers, action or just want to experience the first film to ever use the million dollar IMAX Digital 3D camera, be sure to check out Transformer: Age of Extinction in theaters now.
Reviewed by Raven D, KIDS FIRST! Film Critic. For more youth reviews, go to kidsfirst dot org.
9 of 11 people found the following review helpful.
Two films in one! Almost 3 hours of Glorious Transformers Action, Cheese, and Lens Flare!
By Strategos
The original Transformers film was 144 mins. Pretending that the second film never happened, the third is 154 mins. And this film... is a whooping 165 mins! Literally, that's 2 hours and 45 mins of cheesy, ridiculous, over-the-top sci-fi battle royale with cheese!
To tell the truth, I feel about this film almost exactly the way I feel about Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End (itself an enormous 169 mins). Fans with short attention spans need not apply with either of these films, but someone deeply invested in the spectacle and lore of the film's world will love every minute of it. Just as the third Pirate's film meandered and went who-knows-where between moments of insanity, this film likewise takes the shadowy-silhouettes, bratty-vapid-American-girl moments, lens-flare camera romance, and robot-to-robot-violence and cranks them all up to 11.
Literally I cannot understand anyone liking the first 3 (4 counting the second one) Transformer films and not loving this movie. Yeah, there's no Megan Fox or Shia LaBeouf (Rejoice! All the other annoying humans are gone as well! Bummer, replaced by more annoying humans). But really, Mark Wahlberg and company do just fine. Yeah, the girl is annoying because you can't decide whether Michael Bay wants you to feel protective like a father or just drool over her all-American-bimbo-persona. Sure, Stanley Tucci's Steve Jobs villain/stereotypical misguided businessman is going to be hit-and-miss for some viewers. However!!!
This film is literally the personification of everything that makes the "Bay-Formers" franchise what it is. The action scenes are even more over-the-top (if that's possible). The battle scenes are even more overblown. The family homestead moments are even more like a commercial for the U.S. Army. The len-flare is even more blinding. And at almost three hours, there is simply MORE of everything.
I used to have a saying as a teenager. "Longer is better." Some people may like their films at an hour, but personally I love to be able to watch a big long film in the theater or at a home. I can always just watch part of it if I'm not in the mood or don't have time for the whole thing all at once. It may be a bit exhausting, but I can't help but feel like I'm really getting my money's worth.
The only real downside if there is one, is that the second film within the film (the Chinese half of the film) felt incredibly tacked on and is obviously geared at ensuring a big box office result in Chinese theaters. Such that this film could have been released in a Part 1 and Part 2 format like so many films are these days. But personally I have no problem at all with having an entire separate film within a film set in another country. It's the direction the whole world is moving, and I personally embrace this globalization if it results in a wider perspective and introduces me to new ideas and ways of thinking.
So there you have it. This film is absolutely fantastic. If you love the Transformers (as directed by Michael Bay) and can sit still for almost three hours.
Two films in one! Almost 3 hours of Glorious Transformers Action, Cheese, and Lens Flare!
By Strategos
The original Transformers film was 144 mins. Pretending that the second film never happened, the third is 154 mins. And this film... is a whooping 165 mins! Literally, that's 2 hours and 45 mins of cheesy, ridiculous, over-the-top sci-fi battle royale with cheese!
To tell the truth, I feel about this film almost exactly the way I feel about Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End (itself an enormous 169 mins). Fans with short attention spans need not apply with either of these films, but someone deeply invested in the spectacle and lore of the film's world will love every minute of it. Just as the third Pirate's film meandered and went who-knows-where between moments of insanity, this film likewise takes the shadowy-silhouettes, bratty-vapid-American-girl moments, lens-flare camera romance, and robot-to-robot-violence and cranks them all up to 11.
Literally I cannot understand anyone liking the first 3 (4 counting the second one) Transformer films and not loving this movie. Yeah, there's no Megan Fox or Shia LaBeouf (Rejoice! All the other annoying humans are gone as well! Bummer, replaced by more annoying humans). But really, Mark Wahlberg and company do just fine. Yeah, the girl is annoying because you can't decide whether Michael Bay wants you to feel protective like a father or just drool over her all-American-bimbo-persona. Sure, Stanley Tucci's Steve Jobs villain/stereotypical misguided businessman is going to be hit-and-miss for some viewers. However!!!
This film is literally the personification of everything that makes the "Bay-Formers" franchise what it is. The action scenes are even more over-the-top (if that's possible). The battle scenes are even more overblown. The family homestead moments are even more like a commercial for the U.S. Army. The len-flare is even more blinding. And at almost three hours, there is simply MORE of everything.
I used to have a saying as a teenager. "Longer is better." Some people may like their films at an hour, but personally I love to be able to watch a big long film in the theater or at a home. I can always just watch part of it if I'm not in the mood or don't have time for the whole thing all at once. It may be a bit exhausting, but I can't help but feel like I'm really getting my money's worth.
The only real downside if there is one, is that the second film within the film (the Chinese half of the film) felt incredibly tacked on and is obviously geared at ensuring a big box office result in Chinese theaters. Such that this film could have been released in a Part 1 and Part 2 format like so many films are these days. But personally I have no problem at all with having an entire separate film within a film set in another country. It's the direction the whole world is moving, and I personally embrace this globalization if it results in a wider perspective and introduces me to new ideas and ways of thinking.
So there you have it. This film is absolutely fantastic. If you love the Transformers (as directed by Michael Bay) and can sit still for almost three hours.
43 of 60 people found the following review helpful.
A Visual Masterpiece, Nothing More, Nothing Less
By Kellen
I'm certainly not bashing Age of Extinction, but it is hard to ignore its obvious downfalls. I have been a fan of the three previous movies for three reasons: 1) they are visually impressive, 2) they are fast-paced, and 3) they are often humorous. Age of Extinction does a fine job in each of these categories. That being said, it struggles in literally every other category.
I must admit that I was pleased to hear Mark Wahlberg would replace Shia Labeouf. Don't get me wrong, I thought Labeouf did an excellent job in the first three movies, but I was ready for a change. Though Wahlberg is a fantastic performer, his character can only be as good as his script. Unfortunately, the character scripts are not one of the strong points of Age of Extinction. Cheesy dialog is persistent throughout the movie.
The quality of the script and story often go hand-in-hand. Which is certainly the case in this film. Okay, so none of the Transformers movies have impressive story lines, but Age of Extinction is noticeably worse than its predecessors. It seems like they have run out of ideas. No matter how many Decepticons the Autobots kill, they always regenerate in significant numbers. It will be interesting to see how Michael Bay approaches the next two films.
For Michael Bay, a smoking hot actress is a necessity in every Transformers movie. In this case it is Nicola Peltz. Though attractive, she is depicted as a 17-year-old girl. I realize that she isn't actually 17, but I still found it a little weird. Apart from that factor, her acting is okay. I personally thought her performance in Bates Motel was much better. But again, this is partially due to the poor writing.
As I mentioned, the flaws are obvious and shouldn't be surprising if you've seen the previous three movies. The quality of the CGI should not surprise you either. I have always been amazed by the complexity of the Transformers, and Age of Extinction certainly displays this in all of its magnificence. Some may disagree, but I find the CGI in Transformers more impressive than that of Avatar. Every single action scene is filled with great cinematography, impressive explosions, awing destruction, and extreme complexity. You will certainly be impressed.
If you are looking for a visually spectacular action-packed movie, Age of Extinction is one to seriously consider. Just keep in mind that it is not likely to exceed your expectations in all areas.
A Visual Masterpiece, Nothing More, Nothing Less
By Kellen
I'm certainly not bashing Age of Extinction, but it is hard to ignore its obvious downfalls. I have been a fan of the three previous movies for three reasons: 1) they are visually impressive, 2) they are fast-paced, and 3) they are often humorous. Age of Extinction does a fine job in each of these categories. That being said, it struggles in literally every other category.
I must admit that I was pleased to hear Mark Wahlberg would replace Shia Labeouf. Don't get me wrong, I thought Labeouf did an excellent job in the first three movies, but I was ready for a change. Though Wahlberg is a fantastic performer, his character can only be as good as his script. Unfortunately, the character scripts are not one of the strong points of Age of Extinction. Cheesy dialog is persistent throughout the movie.
The quality of the script and story often go hand-in-hand. Which is certainly the case in this film. Okay, so none of the Transformers movies have impressive story lines, but Age of Extinction is noticeably worse than its predecessors. It seems like they have run out of ideas. No matter how many Decepticons the Autobots kill, they always regenerate in significant numbers. It will be interesting to see how Michael Bay approaches the next two films.
For Michael Bay, a smoking hot actress is a necessity in every Transformers movie. In this case it is Nicola Peltz. Though attractive, she is depicted as a 17-year-old girl. I realize that she isn't actually 17, but I still found it a little weird. Apart from that factor, her acting is okay. I personally thought her performance in Bates Motel was much better. But again, this is partially due to the poor writing.
As I mentioned, the flaws are obvious and shouldn't be surprising if you've seen the previous three movies. The quality of the CGI should not surprise you either. I have always been amazed by the complexity of the Transformers, and Age of Extinction certainly displays this in all of its magnificence. Some may disagree, but I find the CGI in Transformers more impressive than that of Avatar. Every single action scene is filled with great cinematography, impressive explosions, awing destruction, and extreme complexity. You will certainly be impressed.
If you are looking for a visually spectacular action-packed movie, Age of Extinction is one to seriously consider. Just keep in mind that it is not likely to exceed your expectations in all areas.
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