[Movie] Transformers Movie (07-04-07)

I think if the lips were a bit higher set, and reduced a little so that they didn't look like bad collagen plastic surgery, I could live with them......... On OTHER transformers that is

I honestly hope that Prime's faceplate stays. It's part of his character, and adds the air of mystery and deep hidden wisdom that he was classically renown for. I don't believe he needs lips to emote. There are numerous examples of characters with hidden faces being able to emote more than adequately. Furthermore, I don't think it's necessary to have an "unmasking" of a character in a film. I believe V for Vendetta demonstrated this perfectly.

On another note, I'm happy with what I've seen of Prime's transformation so far, and I can live with the alt-mode alt-mode (although the flames.... )

I was really happy when they announced that Welker would be voicing Megatron in the game. Also, from the looks of things, Activision seem to have a bit more leeway to make nods to the fans, so both Welker's and Cullen's voices should hopefully get through relatively unadulturated. Can't wait to see their other nods to the fans as well (like hidden characters, etc ).

I still wish that Welker could've voiced Megatron in the movie, and on one hand am disappointed at him not being chosen... Especially given that from the video on the game website he is obviously more than capable of performing the role with strength, range, and talent. On the other hand, Hugo Weaving is a good second-best, and I have faith that he will do a good job... Even if his choice was influenced by the unecessary need to have an A-list actor doing a voice-over

Originally Posted by Mudkips

Prime doesn't look THAT bad without the faceplate. Hell, the scene could've been taken completely out of context (remove the faceplate temporarily in an effort to humanize himself before Shia, who's clearly shitting his pants?). I do hope that he keeps the 'plate on, as it simply wouldn't look right without it.

As for his voice, who knows. It'll probably be changed or altered in the final bit, as he only slightly sounds like the Optimus we all know.

My hopes are still high: if anything, it'll be an exciting robot royal rumble.

If they decide to make that the only scene with temporary removal of the faceplate, I could live with it. I'd agree that it makes sense and would fit Prime's character of showing care for the needs of other sentient beings.

However, there was a viewing some weeks ago of 30 minutes of footage from the movie to select press representatives, and all reports discussed a separate scene where Prime was not in "battle-mode" and yet still had his faceplate removed.

Prime removing his faceplate as a temporary attempt to bridge an initial gap and to try to seem less imposing to an obviously distressed human makes sense, and I fully agree with. However, Prime with his faceplate down for no other reason than to "emote" in all non-battle scenes I think detracts from his character. Prime is a leader, and a leader in his position should always be battle-ready. For him to lower his guard at any time would need to be for a significant event or reason... or at least that's how I feel

As for the voice, I hope that you're right. I guess it is just a leak afterall, so there may be a chance (however small) for some slight adjustment.... and it's rumoured that this was purposely "leaked" by the film-makers to get some feedback... If so, let's hope they got it

Anyway, I definitely agree that it'll be a great film to see at the cinema. Will I be there on opening night? Well, let's not kid ourselves, hell yes But will I see it multiple times at the cinema? That depends on how much I like the movie (I haven't gone for multiple cinema viewings for a 4 years... I hoping that his movie will be the one that drives me to that length )

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Originally Posted by Simo

Yep, pretty much.

The head design of Megatron has been changed slightly since that image, thanks to efforts of Don Murphy (who also fought to get us Cullen's voice for Prime). What you see as "Battle-mode" in that picture is now his "Standard Mode".

I've taken some shots from the prequel comic that show what Megatron's new Battle-Mode looks like. I think it's a definite improvement ^__^




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Originally Posted by Newbie1234

I just took a glimpse of the tv spot, and I personally have no problem with the face guard removed. Optimus in the old Beast Wars cartoons would have a moving mouth when he talked, and the face guard would only come on when he was fighting. The point being, Optimus was still Optimus, and he was just fine on that show.

To be fair, the Beast Wars version wasn't actually Optimus Prime It was Optimus Primal who was a transformer who pretty much worshiped Prime's way of leadership and so tried to model himself off Prime as much as possible.

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