at Another Pass at Transformers (2007)

Case and Sam are looking back at the earliest episodes of the show! Check out their thoughts on the thirteenth episode when Case sat down with Ben Milton & Addy Thomas and chatted about Zoolander 2!

Overview

In a review of Episode 14 of the Another Pass podcast, hosts Case Aiken and Sam Alicea engage in a lively discussion about the original Michael Bay Transformers movie, highlighting its entertainment value while pinpointing areas for improvement, such as the underutilization of Transformers characters like Starscream and a disproportionate focus on human characters, particularly Shia LaBeouf. Originally joined by Tom G, they analyze scenes, praise Optimus Prime's portrayal, and suggest ways to modernize the franchise. The conversation also touches on production insights, including audio editing challenges and the regret over cutting original content. The episode concludes with reflections on actors' career transitions and a preview of future discussions, including the upcoming episode on Age of Ultron, alongside housekeeping notes.

Notes

Transformers Movie Discussion (00:01 - 09:28)

• Case Aiken and Sam Al Saya discuss Episode 14 of Another Pass podcast

• Focus on the original Michael Bay Transformers movie

• Case expresses his positive opinion of the first movie

• Sam agrees the movie was fun and good for big screen viewing

Movie Analysis (09:29 - 18:34)

• Tom G joins to discuss how to improve the Transformers movie

• Both enjoyed the movie but noted areas for improvement

• Praise for inventive use of Transformers' abilities (e.g., Starscream's dogfight scene)

• Discussion on updating Transformers for modern technology

• Criticism of too much focus on human characters, especially Shia LaBeouf

Character and Plot Discussion (18:34 - 26:20)

• Debate on the portrayal of Transformers characters, especially Starscream

• Suggestion to introduce Transformers earlier in the movie

• Criticism of underutilized military characters

• Praise for Optimus Prime's character portrayal in fight scenes

️ Podcast Production Insights (26:20 - 36:04)

• Case reflects on the episode's production quality and length

• Discussion on audio editing challenges and improvements over time

• Regret expressed over cutting content from the original recording

Actor Discussion and Franchise Impact (36:04 - 47:22)

• Analysis of Shia LaBeouf's performance and public perception

• Discussion on the challenges faced by Disney child stars transitioning to other roles

• Reflection on how sequels and actor controversies affected perception of the first movie

Final Thoughts and Future Episodes (47:22 - 59:02)

• Agreement that the first Transformers movie was solid despite franchise issues

• Discussion on upcoming podcast episodes, including Age of Ultron

• Housekeeping notes on recent and upcoming podcast content