Movie reviews: The Transformers (2007) – Part 42

I am a child of the 80’s yet somehow, I do not remember the television show The Transformers very well. Of course I remember that it existed and there were toys and I had an idea on the general theme of the Transformers, however no actual memories existed for having watched it. I guess that could be because I was a little girl, with a far bigger interest in all things girly, like Care Bears and Rainbow Bright. Transforming trucks hardly appealed to me back then. So for this reason, I had fairly low expectations for the Transformers film. Whereas my partner could not have been more excited.

So I organised my three nephews to come and the 5 of us went to see the film. Among the distraction of telling the boys to stop drinking so much softdrink or they would need to pee, I found myself suddenly completely enthralled with the film I expected little from.

The Transformers provided an action packed adventure right from the opening scene. There were no moments when I wished it would just hurry up and end and I found myself thoroughly entertained. The special effects were of a high standard and did not appear at all disappointing and lame like I may have expected. The characters were entertaining, from humans to autobots.

This is the type of film that I saw very little to complain about. Unfortunately I have seen many negative reviews for the film, but from everyone I know who has seen the film, they all report the same positivity that I left with. What was especially unexpected was the humour in the film. It was suprisingly funny at times and even a little adult, with a conversation about masterbating and all. This was something that I am sure went right over my 6 year old nephews head, but was a source of great amusement for his 12 year old brother. All this much to my own horror.

If you are looking for an entertaining action film, that is good for all ages, with great special effects, good solid acting, a fairly well-known cast and a sprinkle of humour, The Transformers is a must see. I now have it set in my mind that when I am rich and famous, I want my very own Bumblebee, or a Lamborgini that is equally flash at least! So give this film a go. I doubt you will be disappointed.