PLEASE NOTE: This product review is for the 3D Blu-Ray... Transformers: Dark of the Moon (Three-Disc Combo: Blu-ray 3D/Blu-ray/DVD/Digital Copy)This is the way "Transformers: Dark of the Moon" was meant to be seen: in 3D! I saw this movie in 3D at the theater and I can tell you it was a great experience. The movie itself has some flaws, but the stereo image was simply amazing... say what you want about director Michael Bay, the man knows how to shoot action sequences! This is one of the most entertaining 3D movies to date, and is a no-brainer for anyone with a 3D TV.Not only is the picture quality top-notch, but the sound is great too. I recentl y watched an interview with sound mixer Greg P. Russell, and he said that the TF3 blu-ray sound mix was specifically tailored for home video release. Anyone who owns the previous blu-ray release would agree that the sound mix is incredible. This blu-ray will make a great demo when you show off your home theater system!Here is a detailed description of what is in this set:Disc 1: Feature Film -- Blu-Ray 3DDisc 2: Feature Film -- Blu-RayDisc 3: Special Features -- Blu-RayAbove and Beyond: Exploring Dark of the Moon - Rising from the Fallen: Development and Design - Ready for Prime Time: Filming Across America - Battle in the Heartland: Shooting in Chicago - Attack of the Birdmen: Aerial Stunts - Shadow of the Sentinel: Post-Production and Release - Uncharted Territory: NASA's Future Then and NowDeconstructing Chicago: Multi-Angle Sequences - Previsualizations with optional commentary by director Michael Bay and previsualization supervisor Steve Yamamoto - Previsualizations/Fin al Shot Comparison with optional commentary by director Michael Bay and previsualization supervisor Steve Yamamoto - Visual Effects with optional commentary by visual effects supervisors Scott Farrar and Matthew Butler - Visual Effects/Final Shot Comparison with optional commentary by visual effects supervisors Scott Farrar and Matthew ButlerThe Art of Cybertron - Autobots - Decepticons - Environments - Weapons and Gear - ShipsThe Dark of the Moon Archive - 3D: A Transforming Visual Art - Moscow World Premiere - Birdmen Featurette - Cody's iPad - The Sound of Transformers: Dark of the MoonThe Matrix of Marketing - Trailers - Marketing GalleryDisc 4: Feature Film -- DVD**There is also a digital copy included - both a standard digital copy for iTunes, and you can also stream the movie through UltraViolet.Additional Info: The blu-ray is presented in 1080p high definition with English 7.1 Dolby TrueHD sound. Subtitles: English, Spanish, French, PortugeseIn summary, the differenc e between this set and the previous release, Transformers: Dark of the Moon (Two-Disc Blu-ray/DVD Combo + Digital Copy), is the addition of the 3D blu-ray and a bonus blu-ray with 4 hours of new special features.
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Bill J. Thomann (Port Charlotte, Fl United States) (REAL NAME)
If you like any special features at all do not buy this version. They are doing the same thing as Avatar. This release gets a full price but absolutely zero special features. Not so much as a trailer. They will be putting out deluxe versions toward the end of the year including a 3D combo pack, blu ray combo pack & dvd. ALL will be packed & you will kick yourself for having to buy this a second ti me. Many people don't care about features but if you do consider yourself forewarned. And it's not like they're giving you a cut on the price for a "movie only" release.
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R. Glaze (Marietta, Georgia United States) (REAL NAME)
I went into this movie with lofty expectations. I found the first Transformers film to be a fun-spirited and exciting trip down memory lane. The second movie--despite its obvious flaws--contained some truly awe-inspiring action scenes. Thankfully the third and supposedly final installment proves to be the best film in the franchise; capturing the positives from both its predecessors and then some. Dark of the Moon has a more serious tone than the first two movies. Beginning with the space race between the U.S. and the Soviet Union, the movie sets up an alternate history (akin to X-Men: First Class) that brings a sense of gravity and meaning to the film. As the movie moves from past to present, the audience is greeted by familiar characters--both human and mechanical. To avoid any spoilers I will just state that the story is much more comprehensible than the first sequel's and the plot holes (while there may be a few) are nowhere near as noticeable or aggravating. The stakes are higher this round with the final act playing like an alien invasion movie along the lines of Independence Day or the more recent Battle: L.A., except instead of a wise-cracking Will Smith or a melancholic Aaron Eckhart fighting off the invaders we get a bad-ass Optimus Prime. The Autobot leader's character development is one of the most enjoyable aspects of the franchise. The events of Dark of the Moon cause Optimus to move away from the Supe rman-esque leader of the original film and into the realm of a vengeful anti-hero. Think the Punisher in the form of a giant robot. The human cast is serviceable. Shia LeBeauf's comedic chops are still amusing, while John Malkovich and (especially) Alan Tudyk provide further comic relief. Megan Fox's much discussed replacement Rosie Huntington-Whiteley is nowhere near as bad as everyone (myself included) expected her to be. Her true acting abilities are still somewhat a mystery since half the time she is talking the camera is still mysteriously focused on her rear. As always, the biggest draw in this type of movie is the action. Dark of the Moon delivers in droves. Say what you will about director Michael Bay; the man is capable of crafting some of the most exciting and inventive action scenes in modern cinema. Thankfully, unlike some recent releases (I'm talking to you Green Lantern), this is one movie that leaves some of the best material out of its trailers and TV spots. A chase between Bumblebee and his cohorts and three very animalistic Decepticons on the interstate towards the end of the first act is a jaw-dropping spectacle. If this movie is as critically derided as was Revenge of the Fallen, then I am truly convinced critics just love to hate on Michael Bay. Why they can suspend disbelief for similar fare such as Thor (which was good) or Iron Man 2 (which was a moderately enjoyable mess) while bludgeoning Transformers is lost on me. Dark of the Moon is an excellent summer blockbuster anchored on several truly exciting action scenes. Those looking for a sci-fi cinematic pallet cleanser to rid themselves of the disappointing and tepid taste of Green Lantern should check out Transformers: Dark of the Moon without hesitation.
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bradley rusk
This version is being rushed out at the end of this month. Michael Bay has stated that a Bigger and Better 3D bluray version will be released later, with ALOT more extras than this edition. That version will be release on standard Blu as well, Looks like before the end of this year, just in time for the holidays.
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Rock N Rolla (Detroit Rock City, Michigan)
I recently picked up a copy of Transformers 3: Dark of the Moon which included the Blu-ray 3D disc and I am glad that I waited for this final release. I saw the movie in theater last summer and loved it. It was infinitely much better than part 2 in the series was, and almost, but not quite as good as the first one. I will also add that, yes, I missed seeing M egan Fox starring as Mikaela Banes, and I really do not know what the true story is on her departure from the third Transformers film outing is? On the special features disc, Michael Bay alludes to it being because Megan changed her appearance and other issues, and online I have read that Steven Spielberg had her ousted due to her remarks comparing Michael Bay to Hitler. Whatever the case may be, she was certainly missed by me--but--I still enjoyed the new love interest for Sam Witwicky in the form of Rosie Huntington-Whiteley as Carly Spencer. I think that Rosie did an excellent job in this film and was a joy to watch. If and when they do make a sequel, I hope that Rosie returns as Sam's girlfriend.Other new cast members that made the movie a fun experience are Ken Jeong of The Hangover fame as Jerry Wang, John Malkovich as Bruce Brazos, Frances McDormand as Charlotte Mearing, and heck, even TV personality Bill O'Reilly and astronaut Buzz Aldrin make cameo appearances!Retur ning supporting cast members include such favorites as Tyrese Gibson as Robert Epps, Josh Duhamel as Lt. Colonel William Lennox, John Turturro as Seymour Simmons, and Kevin Dunn and Julie White as Sam Witwicky's Ma and Dad.Anyway, the best part of the movie is, of course, the Transformer robots themselves...and the action scenes--and man oh man does this movie ever deliver the goods in that department! The robots were awesome as always, especially my favorite robot character, Bumblebee, who saves Sam's ass at least twice in this movie, and Sentinel Prime and Optimus Prime were great as well.The action scenes were through the roof and very impressive, especially the scenes filmed in Chicago! Certain other scenes were filmed right here in my hometown of Detroit as well.There is just so much to see, appreciate, laugh with, and enjoy in this blockbuster movie. If you are a fan of the Transformers, or action movies in general, then give this film a go. The 3D was very good as wel l. It does not feature any "Pop Out" in-your-face effects, but it still was pretty fun and made some scenes feel even more interactive.
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