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2024’s “Transformers One” movie received universal praise when it premiered in cinemas, proving that this franchise thrives in an animated setting. While the original ’80s sci-fi TV show that made Transformers famous was a cartoon, and the series has endured through other animated projects and comic books, today’s fans are probably more familiar with the characters and universe from the live-action films.

Michael Bay’s five live-action Transformers movies were massive box office successes, earning over $1 billion collectively. However, most of these films didn’t resonate well with audiences for various reasons. It seems that the approach taken with this franchise fell short, given the critical acclaim that the original Transformers movie received. Given the positive trajectory in animation, it appears that the Transformers series should transition to an animated format moving forward.

The Transformers Franchise Has Always Lent Itself To Animation

The Characters & World Are Ideal For The Format

The idea of Transformers is inherently suited for animated representation. A robot capable of changing into vehicles, weapons, and various other shapes presents an opportunity for a smooth transition within an animated medium. Although the aesthetic from the ’80s cartoon may not have aged gracefully, the transformations remain visually appealing even after all these years. Furthermore, considering how animation technology has significantly advanced over time, sticking with this format seems logical.

The acclaimed hit, “Transformers: One,” bears a resemblance to the upcoming animated film, “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem.” Following years of underwhelming live-action adaptations, including some by Michael Bay, this iconic cartoon finally flourished in 2023 when it was translated into an animated movie. The live-action versions didn’t delve deeply into aspects like life on Cybertron due to the constraints of the format. However, a glimpse of Cybertron in “Bumblebee” was terrific, though it was all too brief.

In Michael Bay’s “Transformers” series, a common issue arises similar to what is found in the “Godzilla” films: the human characters tend to lack intrigue. Generally, audiences are more captivated by watching the title Transformers battle and interact with one another, rather than the side plots that often revolve around underdeveloped human characters. The animated format of “Transformers: One” proved beneficial as it eliminated human characters altogether, resulting in a better viewing experience for many.

The Live-Action Transformers Always Looked A Bit Off

It Was Often Hard To Tell The Transformers Apart

In Michael Bay’s Transformers films, a significant challenge lay in identifying each robot due to their similar appearances. Whether Autobots or Decepticons, many characters shared striking resemblances, making it tough for fans, especially casual ones, to distinguish between robots like Megatron and The Fallen. Only a few characters, such as Optimus Prime and Bumblebee, were easily identifiable due to their distinct colors.

Additionally, when characters are indistinguishable from one another, it becomes challenging to empathize with them. For instance, in the 2007 film Transformers, Jazz was torn apart by Megatron, yet the impact wasn’t as significant since it was hard to tell who had been hurt due to their similar appearances – essentially, they looked like big chunks of metal colliding with each other.

In the first Transformers series, each character, whether a major figure like Orion Pax, D-16, or Elita-1, or a minor character such as Starscream and Jazz, was clearly defined, making it simpler for viewers to distinguish them and grow fond of them.

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2025-05-25 21:51

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