Transformers One (2024)

Transformers One is a super-prequel in that it goes back to way before the first one. Optimus Prime is called Orion Pax, that's how way back it is.

The film is written and directed by modern animation juggernaut Josh Cooley who wrote Inside Out and Toy Story 4. The writing is really tight and nothing feels left out, also with how Transformers movies go, there tends to be a lot of super elongated transformations. This film is pulled back but still has a lot of stuff going on.

Chris Hemsworth is a great choice for Optimus Prime and his chemistry with Brian Tyree Henry's Megatron is believable. You might remember Henry from Bullet Train. Scarlett Johansson plays Elita One which Transformer fans will enjoy seeing on the big screen and Keegan-Michael Key is the perfect choice for comedic relief as Bumblebee or B-127.

The film is what you'd expect and a great origin story for Optimus and Megatron. Result: B+

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