Transformers One Review

Transformers One rekindles interest in the series. It's a fantastic film overall, not just a fantastic Transformers film. From the exciting action and stunning animation to the character dynamics between Orion Pax (played by Chris Hemsworth) and D-16 (played by Brian Tyree Henry), there is much to love. Since Transformers One tells the narrative of Optimus Prime and Megatron's beginnings, it is not necessary to have seen all of the previous films in order to comprehend the plot. Transformers One is a solid movie that serves as the prelude to a trilogy of films based on the two previously mentioned.

Transformers One is based on the Transformers planet Cybertron and was directed by Josh Cooley from a script by Andrew Barrer, Gabriel Ferrari, and Eric Pearson. Best friends Orion Pax and D-16 mine Energon, the energy source that powers Cybertron. The Matrix of Leadership, which contains the power of Primus, the creator of Cybertron, and was taken during a long-ago conflict that destroyed the primes, is what Orion is determined to find. After learning startling new knowledge, Orion and D-16 must readjust after promptly discovering something considerably more terrible is happening despite their best efforts to prove themselves.

The animation in Transformers One is stunning

Transformers One has a pleasing appearance. In terms of visuals, the firm that created the effects for the live-action movies, Industrial Light & Magic, excels. The artwork is unique and creative. Despite being located on a single planet, Cybertron has a unique appearance in every area. The animation doesn't hold back, from the smooth sharpness of the planet's surface to the dark edges of the mines, which contrast with the vibrant uniqueness of the Transformers designs.

Additionally, the animators' use of light is amazing. There is a moment when Orion stands tall against a dark background, the angular buildings behind him inverted by the light coming in from the corner. In another scene, Scarlett Johansson's character Elita kneels in front of a reddish-pink sky that accentuates her armor. However, the animation is most effective when it is constantly moving, as seen in its breathtaking action scenes. Our attention is drawn to every detail as a result of the action's striking use of color and space. Additionally, the action sequences are thrilling and never get boring.

A cohesive story of friends-to-enemies is told in Transformers One

I knew as little as possible about this film going in, and I was pleasantly shocked by how distressing the major reveal was. The camaraderie between Orion and D-16, as well as their disagreements, are well established in Transformers One. The former is vivacious, optimistic, and sure that discovering the Matrix of Leadership will transform his life. D-16 is more reluctant to cross the border than Orion, who doesn't care about doing so. He is determined to make the best of his life as a miner and lacks the optimism of his comrade.

Though that starts to change the more they discover the reality about their planet, the characters' differences are what make them such wonderful friends; they complement one another. I immediately became engrossed in the friendship between the characters as the movie skillfully establishes their beginnings. Even though I could see why D-16 was angry, his change is still more sudden than it needs to be, mostly because the movie ends so near to the finish that we aren't given a chance to witness the moment before the last battle starts.

D-16's mixed emotions are hurried through, and I don't entirely trust the shift. Although the post-credits scene in Transformers One foreshadows more, the closing scenes would have been more impactful with a little more time spent on D-16. Hopefully, we'll get more in the next film. Despite this criticism, Transformers One is still a fun movie overall. The universe that the filmmakers have created is well realized, and I liked that the Transformers themselves were the main emphasis rather than any humans.

Overall, the voice cast is superb, the world is realistic, and the tale is deep. As Sentinel Prime, Jon Hamm appears to be enjoying his role particularly. Megatron's journey is given depth by Brian Tyree Henry, and Hemsworth proves to be a deserving Optimus Prime, with the strongest plot of any character. The endearing B-127, also known as Bumblebee, and the rest of the supporting cast leave a positive impression, despite some of them having less screen time. Keegan-Michael Key is vivacious and full of energy.

This one should make the people at Paramount Pictures proud. Transformers One is just a well-written narrative. It is a good starting place for those who are unfamiliar with the Transformers universe and provides detail, strong action, and narrative depth that devoted fans will value.