EnglishMovies - Transformers One : An Epic Prelude Set to Redefine a Franchise
By Mulder, 16 april 2024
In a groundbreaking move for cinematic promotions, the eagerly awaited trailer for Transformers One will be launched into space, setting a new precedent for film marketing. This historic event is scheduled for April 18th, with a livestream kickoff at 7AM PT , culminating in the trailer debut an hour later at an altitude of 125,000 feet above the Earth’s surface. The trailer will feature introductions by Chris Hemsworth and Brian Tyree Henry, who voice the legendary characters Optimus Prime and Megatron, respectively. This high-flying event will be accessible worldwide through various social media platforms, including Paramount Pictures’ YouTube channel and Chris Hemsworth’s Instagram, allowing fans globally to tune in to the stratospheric premiere.
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At CinemaCon 2024, Transformers One was a centerpiece during Paramount’s presentation at the Colosseum at Caesars Palace, Las Vegas. Chris Hemsworth and Brian Tyree Henry energized the audience with their introduction of a first look and a special 3D scene from the film. They elaborated on the transformation of their characters from allies to adversaries on the technologically advanced world of Cybertron. This origin story, distinctively animated and set entirely on the Transformer's home planet, highlights the pre-war culture and pivotal events that led to the great Autobot versus Decepticon divide.
Under the direction of Josh Cooley, known for his Academy Award-winning work on Toy Story 4, Transformers One is penned by a skilled ensemble including Andrew Barrer, Gabriel Ferrari, Steve Desmond, and Michael Sherman. This animated science fiction saga features a prominent voice cast with Chris Hemsworth as Orion Pax/Optimus Prime, Brian Tyree Henry as D-16/Megatron, and supported by Scarlett Johansson, Keegan-Michael Key, Jon Hamm, Laurence Fishburne, and Steve Buscemi in pivotal roles. Industrial Light & Magic brings their high-caliber visual effects prowess back to the Transformers franchise, ensuring cutting-edge animation and a visually stunning Cybertronian landscape.
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Transformers One offers fans a deep dive into the rich lore of Cybertron, exploring the complex relationship between the central characters—Orion Pax and D-16—who evolve from close allies into the iconic foes, Optimus Prime and Megatron. The film provides a glimpse into their life before the war, highlighting their initial transformations which have never been depicted in film. This backstory not only enriches the characters' histories but also adds a layer of depth to the understanding of their motivations and the inevitable conflict that would engulf their world.
Scheduled for a US theatrical release on September 13, 2024, Transformers One is expected to not only attract longtime fans but also new audiences with its fresh perspective on the Transformers mythology. Paramount Pictures anticipates this origin story to rejuvenate the franchise with its focus on character development and foundational lore. Moreover, discussions are already in place for Transformers One to potentially spawn a trilogy that will delve deeper into the Autobot-Decepticon conflict and explore the progression of these characters into the warriors seen in the live-action film series.
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As Transformers One prepares to take audiences back to the origins of its titular characters, its innovative approach—marked by a high-profile trailer launch and compelling narrative at CinemaCon—sets a new creative direction for the franchise. The film’s exploration of pre-war Cybertron through sophisticated animation and a compelling script promises a cinematic experience that’s as intellectually engaging as it is visually spectacular. With a blend of nostalgia and new storytelling, Transformers One is poised to not only redefine the legacy of its characters but also to reinvigorate the entire Transformers saga for a new generation of viewers. This September, fans can look forward to a film that not only entertains but also enriches the Transformers universe with depth, drama, and spectacular action.
Synopsis :
The first Transformers animated film since the 1986 original. Set entirely on Cybertron, it tells the story of how two brothers-in-arms, Optimus Prime and Megatron, became sworn enemies, leading to the greatest of battles between the Autobots and the Decepticons.
Transformers One
Directed by Josh Cooley
Written by Andrew Barrer, Gabriel Ferrari, Steve Desmond, Michael Sherman
Based on Transformers by Hasbro
Produced by Lorenzo di Bonaventura, Tom DeSanto, Don Murphy, Michael Bay, Mark Vahradian, Aaron Dem
Starring Chris Hemsworth, Brian Tyree Henry, Scarlett Johansson, Keegan-Michael Key, Jon Hamm, Laurence Fishburne, Steve Buscemi
Edited by Lynn Hobson
Production companies : Paramount Animation, Hasbro Entertainment, New Republic Pictures, di Bonaventura Pictures, Bay Films
Distributed by Paramount Pictures
Release date : September 13, 2024 (United States), October 23, 2024 (France)
Running time : NC