Transformers one breathes new life into the common Transformers franchise by introducing a never-before-seen version of Optimus Prime, who goes through three major transitions as the film progresses. Directed by Josh Cooley, Transformers one is officially among the most acclaimed installments of the franchise. Its critical success can be attributed to several factors. However, one of the biggest reasons why it's been so well received is because it dares to bring something different to the table instead of going down the same path as previous live-action films.
Instead of being limited to land, Transformers one takes place on Cybertron, the home planet of the titular race, and focuses solely on its titular robotic beings. Transformers one's timeline is also set in the past compared to the live-action films, allowing for versions of Optimus Prime and Megatron that audiences aren't used to seeing on the big screen. With a new timeline and structure, Transformers one not only highlights how Optimus Prime and Megatron are enemies, but also how Orion Pax gradually goes through three major transitions to become Optimus Prime.
Orion Pax's Miner Transformer Form
He has no Special Abilities as a Miner
In Transformers oneOpening arc Orion Pax, like D-16, is a regular miner on Cybertron with no special abilities. Its sole purpose is to extract Energon from the planet's mines, as Cybertron's rivers rich in Energon have dried up. Without any authority, Orion Pax looks far from being the Optimus Prime depicted in the livestream Transformers movies. He and D-16 seem incredibly weak against powerful forces like Sentinel Prime, but their lack of skills doesn't stop them from keeping their hopes up.
…these early moments in the film emphasize that even without Orion Pax's powers, he has the skills and abilities to inspire those around him.
Therefore, instead of being weighed down by the lack of gears and inability to turn, the Orion Pax encourages the D-16 to enter the Iacon 5000 race with it. Even after competing against several convertible Transformers, Orion Pax and D-16 use their ambition and determination to overcome their unfair disadvantage. Although they lose the race in the end, these early moments of the film emphasize that even without the powers of Orion Pax, he has the skills and abilities to inspire those around him. These skills eventually helped him become an Autobot leader.
Orion Pax's First Transformer Form
He Gets New Teeth That Allow him to Transform
After Orion Pax and crew finally find the Alpha Trio Transformers onehe tells the shocking truth about Sentinel Prime and how he betrayed the Primes by teaming up with the Quintessons. Despite realizing how powerless they are, Orion expresses his desire to fight against Pax Sentinel Prime. And D-16 can't help but disagree with him, as he realizes that since they can't transform, they have no chance. At this point, Alpha Trion reveals that all beings born on Cybertron are naturally capable of change.
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Transformers One Key Facts Breakdown |
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Director |
Josh Cooley |
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Rotten Tomatoes Audience Score |
89% |
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Rotten Tomatoes Critics Score |
98% |
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Budget |
75-147 million dollars |
He tells them that Sentinel Prime deliberately took away their ability to transform by secretly removing their gears. Realizing that Orion Pax and the team can save their planet from the Quintessons before it's too late, Trion gives them the teeth of the fallen Heads. This not only allows them to transform, but also helps unlock new abilities. Like the others, Orion Pax has trouble understanding the new changes in his system and can only hide his head when he initially tries to transform. But soon his instincts kick in and he turns into a truck.
Optimus Prime's Enhanced Transformer Form
His final form makes him Optimus Prime
In Transformers one's final arc, Orion Pax gradually transforms into Optimus Prime as he sets out to lead a rebellion with the help of his fellow miners. It empowers Transformers by helping them understand that they are defined less by their gear and gears and more by their inner spark to change the world. However, during a pitched battle, he is accidentally shot by D-16, and instead of rescuing him, D-16 lets him perish after believing he stepped in his path. This is the moment when D-16 transforms into the evil Megatron.
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Transformers one
Chris Hemsworth's first animated film.
After falling into the heart of Orion Pax Primus, he is awarded the Leadership Matrix for his act of courage and selflessness. This is when he finally incarnates Optimus Prime. Not only does he gain the ability to regenerate his damaged parts, but he is also able to help miners restore their stolen teeth. The Matrix of Leadership also marks Energo's return to the surface of Cybertron, paving the way for Optimus Prime to become the supreme leader of the Autobots. Transformers one.
Basic background
- Transformers one It is the first theatrical animated film in the franchise since 1986 Transformers: The Movie.
- The “D” in Megatron's “D-16” stands for “Destron” and that's what the Decepticons are referred to here. Transformers' early media.
- Peter Cullen, known for voicing Optimus Prime in several installments of the franchise, acted as a consultant during this period. Transformers one's production and helped Chris Hemsworth get Prime's mannerisms and voice just right.