transformers : first part of a cult saga
With transformers, Michael Bay proved to be one of the masters of pop and explosive action cinema. In this film, released in 2007, the director recalls his mastery in staging blockbusters costing several tens of millions of dollars with strength, talent and conviction. Led by Shia LaBeouf, Megan Fox, Josh Duhamel, Tyrese Gibson, Jon Voight or even John Turturro, transformers quickly became a classic of the genre.
Nominated twice for an Oscar, the film was above all a worldwide box office success with more than 709 million dollars revenue (for a budget of 150 million dollars). Following this success, Michael Bay made four more films transformersUntil Transformers: The Last Knight (2017).
Since then, the saga has continued to develop, without its original director. Bumblebee it was released in 2018 under the direction of Travis Knight While Transformers: Rise of the Beasts, Directed by Steven Caple Jr. is expected the next June 7th in dark rooms.
Best Prime Easter Eggs transformers
With the success of this license, which has nevertheless collected almost $5 billion of box office receipts, we decided to go back to the very first film in the saga. For the occasion, we have highlighted the best easter eggs from Michael Bay’s film. so here it is 9 references that you might have missed in the first part of the saga:
Armageddon
When the Decepticons first arrive on Earth, many rumors overlap. One of them manages to express a strange piece of information in reference to another Michael Bay film. Indeed, amidst the ambient cacophony, it can be heard “It’s ten times better than Armageddon”. Released in 1998, Armageddon is another iconic film from Michael Bay, notably led by Bruce Willis and Ben Affleck.
Bumblebee
If in the saga transformers, Bumblebee looks like a Chevrolet Camaro, in comics and cartoons, the cute robot has another appearance. Indeed, originally The bumblebee looks like a yellow ladybug. At the beginning of the first transformers, Michael Bay does not forget to pay homage to the cartoon Bumblebee by introducing his protagonist in a Yellow Volkswagen Beetle.
Nickname for Sam Witwicky
It’s not just robots Transformers. There is also Sam Witwicky, the hero of the film played by Shia LaBeouf. Leading role in the young man’s career, the saga transformers brought Shia LaBeouf international fame. In the film, Sam Witwicky uses the nickname LordMan217 on eBay. This is actually a reference to Michael Bay’s date of birth, born February 17, 1965.
Flurbi
Originally, transformers it’s a range of toys developed by the Hasbro brand. This American company holds many emblematic licenses such as Monopoly, Nerf, My Little Pony or GI Joe. Michael Bay enjoys the first part of the saga transformers to do a little Hasbro product placement. In fact, the most attentive will have noticed a huge publicity with Flurbythese little creatures inspired by gremlins, other iconic products from the toy brand.
Change of slogans
When the Decepticon Barricade arrives on Earth, decides to scan a police car. On the right fender of the car are the words “Punish and enslave” (“Punish and Enslave”). This is a clever twist on the famous California Police slogan: “protect and serve” (“protect and serve”).
Michael Bay’s dog
Regularly, Michael Bay makes his dog in his films. Recently, the director had his dog, nitroin his latest film titled Ambulance. Yeah, at the time of transformers, Michael Bay staged an appearance by his previous dog, called mason, in a sequence where the pet is petted by Miles in a small inflatable pool.
When Apple says no to Michael Bay
At one point in the film, Agent Simmons (John Turturro) explains to the other characters (and incidentally to the audience) the origin of the Transformers. Initially, Michael Bay wanted his character to use a Apple iPods. But Steve Jobs, then Brand CEO, refused to allow any of its products to be used in Michael Bay’s film. He then turned to Nokia who accepted the collaboration.
A promotional campaign like no other
As part of the film’s promotion campaign, a special Sector 7 website was released. This featured videos providing “evidence” that the Transformers had already arrived on Earth. A video with grimlocks destroy a construction site, Reflector turn into a birthday party, Knockback AND Laser beak accidentally recorded on video. And a safety video showing Bumblebee (in its former Volkswagen Beetle mode) turning into a parking lot.
The Army to Michael Bay’s Rescue
To keep the film realistic and within budget, the United States Department of Defense provided production support for the film. It’s the biggest project I’ve ever helped From The Fall of the Black Falcon (2001). The military supplied their vehicles as alternate modes of the Decepticons Starscream and Bonecrusher. They also allowed filming of their F-22 and CV-22 aircraft.
This is the first time these aircraft have been seen in a feature film From Hulk (2003). Soldiers acted as extras and the actors were given authentic uniforms. In return for these favors, the filmmakers gave the soldiers an early screening of the film, free of charge.
Source: Cine Serie
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