Transformers - IMAX

Transformers, the movie based on the kids toy created by Hasbro. Seems silly to make a movie about something like this. I remember them as a kid and they barely transformed. It took to much time to get them from a car to a robot. How can they make a movie about this?

Well, they did make a movie and then they added it to IMAX. This combination...well...was awesome. In fact, it was sensory overload. Action packed from the start, this movie rocked and rolled to the very end. It had it's slow moments such as when Sam, played by Shia LeBeouf (Holes), was looking for his grandfathers 1930 glasses. They attempted to interject some humor into this scene but it really did not go well. More annoying banter between teen angst and parental cluelessness.

Now enter Megan Fox (Mikaela). Mikaela plays Sams high school love interest. If she was at my high school, I would never have left. Holy Moly.

The nice thing about this movie is there are no crummy love scenes. There is an "almost" when Transformers are battling all around them, the scene slows down, the music dies off and they look deeply into each others eyes (Sam cradling the Allspark (fate of the world) in his hands) where Mikaela says "No matter what happens, I am glad I got into the car with you". Then Sam runs off. Good...no icky kissing, hugging or other violence in a movie where it would not have made sense.

The Transformers were awesome. The CG was flawless and the transformations were fluid and quick. Transforming from jet fighters (in full flight) to a running Decepticon was really fun to watch. It happened so fast I was just blown away. The Transformer commentary on humans was a little silly but I guess it fit into the overall storyline. Although, yes Optimus, we are a brave and determined race. Thanks for noticing.

My suggestion, if you have seen Transformers, go to the IMAX. If you have not seen it, go to the IMAX. Yes, your ears will bleed and your eyes will drain from their sockets but...damn. It is so worth it. Check out times for the Apple Valley Zoo IMAX Theater here: http://www.imax.com/minnesota/