Transformers 4 - ongoing news thread

[griffin]

More discussion from Michael Bay about TF4 from Moviefone, with some highlights mirrored here. He talks about becoming a fan of Transformers (or at least, his version of the Brand), redesigning the robots for the fourth movie, and him wanting to protect (his version of) the Brand from anyone else "f***ing it up".
He's quite excited about having a big star in the lead (human) role, which could be bad news for us *Transformers* fans, as that will mean more screen time for him to make the most of his hefty fee.


It's also been noted by Dwayne (The Rock) Johnson, that he was originally offered the lead role, but had to turn it down due to other commitments... so Mark Wahlberg was second choice.
I guess if he had been able to do the Transformers movie, it would have pretty much ruled out a cross-over with GIJoe, after he played a leading character in the second GIJoe movie (a crossover movie would have had to avoid using both of their characters... that is, if Bay worried about plot inconsistencies between his movies.)


A casting call has been put out for 35 supporting roles and extras (in America), paying about $800 for those parts.


One of the actors, Jack Reynor, who has one of the main roles in TF4, has given up some vague comments... in that he doesn't know much of what the movie is about, but is excited about getting the role.


And, another location being scouted for filming of the fourth movie is in Hong Kong.

[Tetsuwan Convoy]

mentioning that Speilberg even tried to tell him to stick to the script, but stubbornly rejected the request

lol. Perhaps Mr Bay should compare Mr Speilberg's accomplishments to his own and then go for the 20% gold. you know, I wouldn't really class any of the TF movies as having 20% gold. Maybe 20% bronze? Probably closer to 20% Participant actually.

And I doubt bay isnt stopping others from mesing it up. He just doesn't want someone doing any better with it

I am curious to know, did people go to the movie because it was a Transformers movie or because it was a Michael bay movie?

I think we all know the answer to that one

[griffin]

Texas is going to be another film location, starting in June.

[griffin]

I think this was mentioned as a possible TF4 location, but it looks like Bay and his scouting team were spotted in Chicago, looking at potential filming sites.

[Sky Shadow]

I've worked out how Transformers 4 could be good. Bay needs to constantly ask himself "is there a robot in this scene?" If the answer is "no" he should scrap it.

[Megatron]

I found this article, I don't know if what it's saying is what I think it's saying and if it is if it's at all true... but... but I'm hoping... could it be?? :

Transformers Round Four: Frasier Crane Vs. Megatron (toonzone, 03/5/2013):

From the article:

Let’s get ready to ruuuummmmble!!! For the upcoming “Transformers 4” film, in this corner, at 6-1 and weighing in at 236 pounds is Frasier Crane – AKA Kelsey Grammer – and in this corner, at 22 feet 11 inches and weighing in at a svelte 106,295 pounds – MEGATRON. Actually, the pair will probably only face off if Grammer gets an extra feisty case of megalomania while playing bad guy Harold Attinger, a counter-intelligence human who may be part of a group of baddies looking to contain the Decepticons and control Earth. Grammer joins a cast that already includes Mark Wahlberg and Stanley Tucci.

Is this a hint, or am I reading too much into this too soon... ??

[CHILENO20]

Here's some else joining the franchise - http://www.superherohype.com/news/ar...transformers-4

Thoughts?

[Megatron]

Here's some else joining the franchise - http://www.superherohype.com/news/ar...transformers-4

Thoughts?

Check the TF4 Casting news thread in this section for all TF4 casting specific news!

[colin78]

Found this little bit of info on move site joblo.com...like most of mr bay's 'leaks' we'll just have to wait and see.

SPOILER WARNING: The below scoop, while a "rumor," contains potential spoilers for TRANSFORMERS 4. If you read on, know that you've given up the right to bitch and moan about spoilers, as you've been justly warned. Now, let's get on with it, shall we?
So, today we have a bit of a scoop explosion, which comes from a reliable source who relayed a hefty amount of info on some big upcoming projects, gleaned from a recent marketing event. One of those projects is TRANSFORMERS 4, which entails some information that, if true, will likely alter the perception of many who are fatigued with the franchise.
Your first hint is below:

That's right, folks, our source has confirmed that TRANSFORMERS 4 will feature none other than the famed Dinobots, including fan favorite Grimlock. No word on whether he'll retain his neanderthal voice, but one can only hope he does as that's a true staple of the character. One of the villains of the film will be a character named Lockdown, who has a ship full of decommissioned Transformers, including the dinobots, which are somehow brought back to life by a captured Optimus Prime. Prime is joined by returning autobot Bumblebee and at one point both characters (and potentially others) will "ride" the Dinobots into battle in Hong Kong (which fits well within the announcement that the film would film partially in China), with Prime on Grimlock and Bumblebee on a Pterandon, presumably Swoop.

Additionally, the autobot Hound will make his debut, as well as a former "Samurai" Decepticon that wants to regain his honor and become an Autobot. And what about Megatron, who is presumed dead after the last film? Well, fans of TRANSFORMERS: THE MOVIE will be happy to know that not only will the dinobots be making their debut, but also Galvatron, who is basically Megatron "reborn" (and originally voiced by the first Spock, Leonard Nimoy).

If it checks out, then I think having both the Dinobots and Galvatron in TRANSFORMERS 4 will likely sway a lot of folks back into the fold. There are already plenty of naysayers who will no doubt guzzle the Baytorade and that's fine. It's kind of expected. However, for those who want to see these classic characters grace the big screen this could end up being a righteous development.

[Megatron]

..oh I really hope the rumour about Galvatron is not true...


For those who missed this little clue from Mr Bay himself: Michael Bay Says Transformers 4 is a 'Chase From Hell' (ComingSon.net, 13 April 2013).