In comparison to TF2, which Michael Bay and LaBeouf themselves admitted was not good enough, TF3 is much improved, in fact probably head and shoulders above.
The Autobots (now working alongside the US Military to solve human problems) discover a 'Cybertronian spacecraft' is hidden on the Moon and inside it their former leader Sentinel Prime. They must learn it's secrets before the Decepticons to once again save the planet.
The introduction of new Autobots and Decepticons adds a freshness to the film. We already know Optimus, Bumblebee and co but it adds depth and the opportunity to delve further into their world.
With a pretty stunning cast including massive stars such as John Malkovich, Frances McDormand, Patrick Dempsey, Alan Tudyk, Ken Jeong, Tyrese, Josh Duhamel, Turturro and LaBeouf, you can really see that Bay has really tried to step up and pull out all the stops to heighten the credibility of this unpopular series. However, I believe that their talents (especially Malkovich) could have been utilised so much more than they were.
LaBeouf slots seamlessly back into his role as Witwicky. As I've read somewhere before, he is like marmite; either you think he's awesome or you can't stand him. Personally, I'm of the opinion that he's pretty awesome, I can't help but find the guy intriguing. I think he leads from the front in these films, the audience knows the character inside out and he's incredibly endearing.
I need to apologise for my assumption that Bay was was trying to slot Rosie Huntingdon-Whiteley into Megan Fox's old role as RHW is Witwicky's new girlfriend Carly. The first shot we see of her is of her derriere in 3D. I'm 100% sure that MANY men at that moment were patting themselves on the back for choosing the largest screen in Britain for this one. No RHW isn't the best actress in the world, I think she'd admit it herself that she isn't an actress; she's a Victoria's Secret model for Christ sake. But if a leading lady role is offered to you on a plate you take it and do what you can with it and I'm bloody happy she did. My girl crush is growing by the second. What she does do exceedingly well is look smoking hot in every single scene... so well done for being so fit Rosie. Jason Statham is currently the luckiest and happiest man alive.
To the miserable ill-informed 'I like to moan and hate everything because it's cool' teenagers talking as loud as they possibly could on my tube home... RHW is, in fact, English NOT American, the second film was NOT amazing in comparison to this one and if you think reading one of the comics once makes you an expert you are sadly mistaken! Unneccessary rant complete!
If people are to moan about explosions and destruction in an action film then I think they need to rethink what movies they go to see. Visually, this film is spectacular, the wingsuit jump sequence was completely stunning in 3D.
I enjoyed how the script cleverly manages to include the Transformers in historical world events. Yes, the script is a little thin, and no, this is not the best film ever made but critics that say they would rather die than have to sit through this again need to have a strong word with themselves.
Maybe I'm sugar coating this with my IMAX experience but I was never once bored or reaching to sneakily check my text messages. I do, however, think that Bay should stop now. These films are clearly not being well recieved. To make an action film work with intricate character development, they need to be fairly long and this film is probably half an hour too long.
All in all, a huge improvement on the second and a thorougly entertaining and visually pleasing spectacle! Would recommend... definitely worth paying the little extra for IMAX 3D.
