There’s no denying that there is plenty of material in Transformers Revenge of the Fallen that lends itself to parody, so it should come as no surprise at all that a Rifftrax has been announced. You can check out the preview page by clicking on the link above.
Transformers Present at Lowe’s Motor Speedway in Charlotte for NASCAR Banking 500
From Paramount Home Entertainment:
START YOUR ENGINES AND ROLL OUT!The Stars Of The Biggest Movie Of The Year Face Off On The Track With Legendary Director Michael Bay Driving The Pace Car!
OPTIMUS PRIME vs. MEGATRON
At the NASCAR Banking 500 at Lowe’s Motor Speedway in Charlotte, North Carolina
In a first-ever stunt for a film property, rising star and 2008 Daytona 500 winner Ryan Newman, undercover as OPTIMUS PRIME, the heroic leader of the peace-loving AUTOBOTS, goes head to head with four-time Sprint Cup Series Champion Jeff Gordon, aka MEGATRON, the malevolent leader of the DECEPTICONS.
Ryan Newman’s car, uniform and pit crew will be branded with images of OPTIMUS PRIME, while Jeff Gordon’s car, uniform and crew will sport graphics of MEGATRON. In addition, Michael Bay, the renowned director of the TRANSFORMERS megahits, will be the official pace car driver for the 50th running of the NASCAR Banking 500 only from Bank of America at Lowe’s Motor Speedway.
Click above to view full-sized images of the Transformers themed number 24 and 39 cars.
Cleveland Family Builds Transformers Halloween Display
A Cleveland family really wants to win a KIA Soul, and has built a Halloween decor for their lawn that really stands out and appeals to us. Do a 12 foot Bumblebee and 17 foot Optimus Prime statues fancy any other fans out there? In their own words:
This year for our Halloween display, we built two Transformers for our front yard. One is Optimus Prime, 17ft tall and the other is Bumblebee, 12ft tall. We live in Cleveland, ohio and there are always a ton of people coming over taking pictures and asking about how they were made. They are made from wood and foam and it took 6 months to build Optimus and 2 months to build Bumblebee. This is a display you won’t want to miss!Click above to join our board discussion.
Megan Fox Denies Transformer 3 Rumor
Misinformation campaign? Truth? Who knows, as it’s still early in the Transformers 3 rumor mill. Entertainment website Gossipcop has recently reported the following:
A new rumor claims Megan Fox faces the “distinct possibility” of a “gory death scene” in a third “Transformers” movie, thanks to her outspoken comments about how difficult she found working for director Michael Bay.Perez Hilton and others are picking up an In Touch report that says Fox’s character might be killed off early in the next sequel and swapped with a new female lead. Supposedly, according to the magazine’s “source,” Bay is “very quietly looking for her replacement.”
Very quietly. So quiet, in fact, no one can confirm it’s actually happening. And you know why? Because a rep for Fox tells Gossip Cop the story is “not true.”
Hilton concluded his inaccurate regurgitation by saying, “You dug your own grave on that one, Foxy.”
If there’s one thing Perez doesn’t know, it’s how to dig.
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In Hand Description of Transformers Revenge of the Fallen Blu Ray Special Edition Features
Following on from our previous report of a New York retailer breaking the street date of the Transformers Revenge of the Fallen Blu Ray Special Edition set, 2005 Boards member Frenzy_Rumble has also managed to acquire the home version of Transformers Revenge of the Fallen ahead of its official October 20th release date. He has very kindly provided us with a full run down of all the features on the set, which are located on the second disk. Of particular note is the N.E.S.T Transformer Data-Hub which (among other cool features) allows you to view Industrial Light and Magic Production Art and renders in high res, and even view some sections and parts of characters in full 360 view. Another fun feature is the Allspark Experiment, which allows you to create your own custom Transformer! Click on the title of this story to read frenzy_rumble’s insightful complete run down of all the features.
The Rumor Mill Kicks off – first Transformers 3 Rumor
[preview]Mere days after Transformers 3 has been confirmed for a 2011 release, the rumor mill has started up and given us our very first Transformers 3 rumor. Coming from WorstPreviews, it concerns leading lady Megan Fox. We won’t spoil it for you here on the frontpage, so if you want to know what it is, click on the title of this story to read about it after the jump. Be sure to have a pinch of salt to hand!
Is this true or is this Michael Bay getting an early start with the misinformation campaign? Considering Megan Fox’s recent, and highly visible, comments and the responses that they have elicited, anything might be possible.[/preview]Mere days after Transformers 3 has been confirmed for a 2011 release, the rumor mill has started up and given us our very first Transformers 3 rumor. Coming from WorstPreviews, it concerns leading lady Megan Fox.
If you’re still intent on avoiding possible spoilers, you may wish to stop reading now.
The rumor, according to WorstPreviews comes from an insider, states that Megan Fox will only be in the first few moments of Transformers 3 before being killed off and replaced with another eye-candy female lead in her place.
Is this true or is this Michael Bay getting an early start with the misinformation campaign? Considering Megan Fox’s recent, and highly visible, comments and the responses that they have elicited, anything might be possible.
Transformers Revenge of the Fallen Two Disc Blu Ray Special Edition Out
The Blu Ray, Two Disc Special Edition of Transformers Revenge of the Fallen has made it to the shelves of one independent retailer early in the New York area. The special edition with its extensive selection of special features is due for general release on October 20th, with a special IMAX scene edition exclusively available from Wal-Mart.
Orci and Kurtzman not returning to write Transformers 3
Posting on the Don Murphy message board, Transformers and Transformers Revenge of the Fallen writer Roberto Orci has confirmed that himself and Alex Kurtzman will not be returning to write a third film.
He goes on to state later in the same discussion thread that Ehren Kruger will be taking on full writing chores for the third movie, and assures fans that Mr Kruger knows his Transformers.
Revenge of the Fallen DVD Special Features list, and Behind the Scenes Features Sneak Peaks
[preview]The British Board of Film Classification has been rating the upcoming DVD and Blu-Ray releases of Transformers Revenge of the Fallen for UK release, and thanks to them, we have an extensive list of special features and Easter Eggs on the disks. This news comes to us courtesy of Transformers @ The Moon. It’s a huge, long list, so click on the link above or the title of this story to see the full list. There are some deleted / altered scenes included on the disks, but they are not scenes featuring the robots – so no footage of Jolt rescued from the cutting room floor for you!
In preparation for the release of the DVD, several sites have received sneak peaks of the behind the scenes featurettes – Superhero Hype has a clip featuring the on location filming at the Pyramids of Giza. Sci Fi Cool meanwhile has a clip focusing on the mythology and how Sam’s plot thread came about. Lastly, but not least, Collider has a clip talking about the filming of the action scenes.
The DVD and Blu Ray versions of Transformers Revenge of the Fallen will be released in the US on October 20th, 2009.[/preview]The British Board of Film Classification has been rating the upcoming DVD and Blu-Ray releases of Transformers Revenge of the Fallen for UK release, and thanks to them, we have an extensive list of special features and Easter Eggs on the disks. This news comes to us courtesy of Transformers @ The Moon. It’s a huge, long list, so click on the link above or scroll down from here to see the full list. There are some deleted / altered scenes included on the disks, but they are not scenes featuring the robots – so no footage of Jolt rescued from the cutting room floor for you!
In preparation for the release of the DVD, several sites have received sneak peaks of the behind the scenes featurettes – Superhero Hype has a clip featuring the on location filming at the Pyramids of Giza. Sci Fi Cool meanwhile has a clip focusing on the mythology and how Sam’s plot thread came about. Lastly, but not least, Collider has a clip talking about the filming of the action scenes.
The DVD and Blu Ray versions of Transformers Revenge of the Fallen will be released in the US on October 20th, 2009.
Extra features – This includes a list of Easter Eggs, behind the scenes documentaries, deleted / alternative scenes etc. The full list is:
00:28:47:07 THE HUMAN FACTOR: EXTRACTING REVENGE OF THE FALLEN
00:23:22:17 DOMESTIC DESTRUCTION – PRODUCTION: UNITED STATES
00:09:34:16 JOINT OPERATIONS – PRODUCTION: MILITARY
00:12:42:02 WONDERS OF THE WORLD – PRODUCTION: MIDDLE EAST
00:08:59:11 START MAKING SENSE – EDITING
00:27:47:17 UNDER THE GUN – VISUAL EFFECTS
00:15:51:04 RUNNING THE GAUNTLET – POST-PRODUCTION AND RELEASE
00:01:30:13 CREDITS
00:12:46:02 A DAY WITH BAY: TOKYO
00:10:09:18 25 YEARS OF TRANSFORMERS
00:00:22:01 DECONSTRUCTING VISUAL BAYHEM (MULTI-ANGLE) – INTRODUCTION BY MICHAEL BAY
00:00:29:03 DECONSTRUCTING VISUAL BAYHEM (MULTI-ANGLE) – HUNTING PARTY SPILT SCREEN COMPARSION (OPTIONAL COMMENTARY BY PRE-VIS SUPERVISOR STEVE YAMAMOTO)
00:00:29:03 DECONSTRUCTING VISUAL BAYHEM (MULTI-ANGLE) – HUNTING PARTY PRE VIZ (OPTIONAL COMMENTARY BY PRE-VIS SUPERVISOR STEVE YAMAMOTO)
00:01:35:06 DECONSTRUCTING VISUAL BAYHEM (MULTI-ANGLE) – WHEELBOT FREEWAY SPLIT SCREEN COMPARSION (OPTIONAL COMMENTARY BY PRE-VIS SUPERVISOR STEVE YAMAMOTO)
00:01:35:06 DECONSTRUCTING VISUAL BAYHEM (MULTI-ANGLE) – WHEELBOT FREEWAY PRE VIZ (OPTIONAL COMMENTARY BY PRE-VIS SUPERVISOR STEVE YAMAMOTO)
00:00:54:15 DECONSTRUCTING VISUAL BAYHEM (MULTI-ANGLE) – LAMBORGHINI JUMP SPLIT SCREEN COMPARSION (OPTIONAL COMMENTARY BY PRE-VIS SUPERVISOR STEVE YAMAMOTO)
00:00:54:15 DECONSTRUCTING VISUAL BAYHEM (MULTI-ANGLE) – WHEELBOT FREEWAY PRE VIZ (OPTIONAL COMMENTARY BY PRE-VIS SUPERVISOR STEVE YAMAMOTO)
00:00:31:08 DECONSTRUCTING VISUAL BAYHEM (MULTI-ANGLE) – OPTIMUS PARACHUTE SPLIT SCREEN COMPARSION (OPTIONAL COMMENTARY BY PRE-VIS SUPERVISOR STEVE YAMAMOTO)
00:00:31:08 DECONSTRUCTING VISUAL BAYHEM (MULTI-ANGLE) – OPTIMUS PARACHUTE PRE VIZ (OPTIONAL COMMENTARY BY PRE-VIS SUPERVISOR STEVE YAMAMOTO)
00:02:08:21 DECONSTRUCTING VISUAL BAYHEM (MULTI-ANGLE) – KITCHEN & BACKYARD SPLIT SCREEN COMPARSION (OPTIONAL COMMENTARY BY PRE-VIS SUPERVISOR STEVE YAMAMOTO)
00:02:08:21 DECONSTRUCTING VISUAL BAYHEM (MULTI-ANGLE) – KITCHEN & BACKYARD PRE VIZ (OPTIONAL COMMENTARY BY PRE-VIS SUPERVISOR STEVE YAMAMOTO)
00:02:57:07 DECONSTRUCTING VISUAL BAYHEM (MULTI-ANGLE) – VAULT THEFT SPLIT SCREEN COMPARSION (OPTIONAL COMMENTARY BY PRE-VIS SUPERVISOR STEVE YAMAMOTO)
00:02:57:07 DECONSTRUCTING VISUAL BAYHEM (MULTI-ANGLE) – VAULT THEFT PRE VIZ (OPTIONAL COMMENTARY BY PRE-VIS SUPERVISOR STEVE YAMAMOTO)
00:01:57:06 DECONSTRUCTING VISUAL BAYHEM (MULTI-ANGLE) – SAM FOUNDRY SPLIT SCREEN COMPARSION (OPTIONAL COMMENTARY BY PRE-VIS SUPERVISOR STEVE YAMAMOTO)
00:01:57:06 DECONSTRUCTING VISUAL BAYHEM (MULTI-ANGLE) – SAM FOUNDRY PRE VIZ (OPTIONAL COMMENTARY BY PRE-VIS SUPERVISOR STEVE YAMAMOTO)
00:01:52:03 DECONSTRUCTING VISUAL BAYHEM (MULTI-ANGLE) – FOREST FIGHT SPLIT SCREEN COMPARSION (OPTIONAL COMMENTARY BY PRE-VIS SUPERVISOR STEVE YAMAMOTO)
00:01:52:03 DECONSTRUCTING VISUAL BAYHEM (MULTI-ANGLE) – FOREST FIGHT PRE VIZ (OPTIONAL COMMENTARY BY PRE-VIS SUPERVISOR STEVE YAMAMOTO)
00:00:54:17 DECONSTRUCTING VISUAL BAYHEM (MULTI-ANGLE) – EIFFEL TOWER SPLIT SCREEN COMPARSION (OPTIONAL COMMENTARY BY PRE-VIS SUPERVISOR STEVE YAMAMOTO)
00:00:54:17 DECONSTRUCTING VISUAL BAYHEM (MULTI-ANGLE) – EIFFEL TOWER PRE VIZ (OPTIONAL COMMENTARY BY PRE-VIS SUPERVISOR STEVE YAMAMOTO)
00:01:35:11 DECONSTRUCTING VISUAL BAYHEM (MULTI-ANGLE) – JETFIRE AWAKENS SPLIT SCREEN COMPARSION (OPTIONAL COMMENTARY BY PRE-VIS SUPERVISOR STEVE YAMAMOTO)
00:01:35:11 DECONSTRUCTING VISUAL BAYHEM (MULTI-ANGLE) – JETFIRE AWAKENS PRE VIZ (OPTIONAL COMMENTARY BY PRE-VIS SUPERVISOR STEVE YAMAMOTO)
00:01:35:11 DECONSTRUCTING VISUAL BAYHEM (MULTI-ANGLE) – JETFIRE AWAKENS PRE VIZ (OPTIONAL COMMENTARY BY PRE-VIS SUPERVISOR STEVE YAMAMOTO)
00:00:18:21 DECONSTRUCTING VISUAL BAYHEM (MULTI-ANGLE) – DESERT DROP SPLIT SCREEN COMPARSION (OPTIONAL COMMENTARY BY PRE-VIS SUPERVISOR STEVE YAMAMOTO)
00:00:18:21 DECONSTRUCTING VISUAL BAYHEM (MULTI-ANGLE) – DESERT DROP PRE VIZ (OPTIONAL COMMENTARY BY PRE-VIS SUPERVISOR STEVE YAMAMOTO)
00:01:21:02 DECONSTRUCTING VISUAL BAYHEM (MULTI-ANGLE) – EGYPTIAN HIDEOUT SPLIT SCREEN COMPARISON (OPTIONAL COMMENTARY BY PRE-VIS SUPERVISOR STEVE YAMAMOTO)
00:01:21:02 DECONSTRUCTING VISUAL BAYHEM (MULTI-ANGLE) – EGYPTIAN HIDEOUT PRE VIZ (OPTIONAL COMMENTARY BY PRE-VIS SUPERVISOR STEVE YAMAMOTO)
00:03:51:15 DECONSTRUCTING VISUAL BAYHEM (MULTI-ANGLE) – DEVASTATOR MOUTH SPLIT SCREEN COMPARISON (OPTIONAL COMMENTARY BY PRE-VIS SUPERVISOR STEVE YAMAMOTO)
00:03:51:15 DECONSTRUCTING VISUAL BAYHEM (MULTI-ANGLE) – DEVASTATOR MOUTH PRE VIZ (OPTIONAL COMMENTARY BY PRE-VIS SUPERVISOR STEVE YAMAMOTO)
00:00:33:03 DECONSTRUCTING VISUAL BAYHEM (MULTI-ANGLE) – JACKHAMMER FIGHT SPLIT SCREEN COMPARISON (OPTIONAL COMMENTARY BY PRE-VIS SUPERVISOR STEVE YAMAMOTO)
00:00:33:03 DECONSTRUCTING VISUAL BAYHEM (MULTI-ANGLE) – JACKHAMMER FIGHT PRE VIZ (OPTIONAL COMMENTARY BY PRE-VIS SUPERVISOR STEVE YAMAMOTO)
00:00:20:05 DECONSTRUCTING VISUAL BAYHEM (MULTI-ANGLE) – OPTIMUS POWER UP SPLIT SCREEN COMPARISON (OPTIONAL COMMENTARY BY PRE-VIS SUPERVISOR STEVE YAMAMOTO)
00:00:20:05 DECONSTRUCTING VISUAL BAYHEM (MULTI-ANGLE) – OPTIMUS POWER UP PRE VIZ (OPTIONAL COMMENTARY BY PRE-VIS SUPERVISOR STEVE YAMAMOTO)
00:02:03:04 DELETED / ALTERNATE SCENES – SAM AND ALICE AT THE DORMS
00:02:45:06 DELETED / ALTERNATE SCENES – THE WITWICKYS IN PARIS
00:00:52:09 DELETED / ALTERNATE SCENES – LEO REFUSES TO GO TO EGYPT
00:04:25:22 MUSIC VIDEO – LINKIN PARK “NEW DIVIDE”
00:02:23:12 TRANSFORMERS – REVENGE OF THE FALLEN (THEATRICAL TRAILER – REVENGE)
00:00:34:17 EASTER EGGS – DOGS GONE WILD
00:00:37:03 EASTER EGGS – LENNOX’S BIG MOMENT*
Revenge of the Fallen IMAX Footage To Be Exclusive To Walmart
Director Michael Bay’s Shoot for the Edit website administrator, nelson, is reporting that the extra, enhanced footage that was part of the IMAX theatre screenings of Transformerse: Revenge of the Fallen will only be included on DVD and Blu-Ray versions sold at Walmart stores. Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen is out on home video on October 20th.