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Michael Bay Talks Transformers 4

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Well it’s more about how you approach these films, like for example, on “Tranformers,” you already have the built in audience.

See, I was not a fan of Transformers [at first]. Hasbro was talking about giving me a whole Transformers story, and I’m like, “If I can do this really real. If I can make them believable, I think I could have something here.” I’m not a Hollywood guy. My friends are normal guys. I’ve got this guy from Texas. He’s like, “Mike, that “Transformers” [movie] seems like a dumb idea.” And I’m like, “Yeah, I know, but just give it a second.” And then I showed him the shot of the Scorponoks jumping out of the sand with Tyrese [Gibson] running. He saw that image and he went, “I see what you’re doing.” You’ll always have haters, but the last movie? One-hundred-twenty million people saw that movie. There’s still a lot of fans of that franchise. And I’m a huge Transformers fan now, and I protect that brand.

When you’re doing films like that, there are a lot of cooks in the kitchen. Whether it’s the fans, the studios, the toy companies. How do you try to strike a balance at that point? Trying to please everyone and then also trying to make a film that you want to make.

[The film] was also to make non-Transformer fans into Transformer fans. I think it was good coming from that perspective that it wasn’t a “fanboy” movie.

Yeah, because then you’re limited in what you can do and what you can show.

Yeah. You know there are a couple of historians of Transformers. I would do my designs of the robots and they’re like, “What if you just add a little bit more ears to Optimus?” But they’re really hands off. We’ve redesigned them in “Transformers 4,” and there’s some really cool sh*t in it. I’m literally redesigning every character, top to bottom. There’s a reason why they’re redesigned, but it’s also to keep it new and fresh to me. I think the fans will appreciate some of this new stuff we have in the movie and some of the new characters.

I know when you did “Transformers 3,” you were kind of done...

Yeah, and this is literally a true story. I went to the [Transformers] ride in Universal, and there’s a two-and-a-half-hour line, and you just see all these kids -- it’s the most popular ride they’ve had since Jurassic Park -- and I’m like... It’s hard to let go of your franchise. You don’t want someone to f*ck it up. So I at least wanted to set it up on some good footing. Because you’re going to get a different kind of director [who is] not going to want to follow in my footsteps. Directors feel very territorial. So they’re going to go to a more inexperienced director. It’s just the way Hollywood works. And I’m thinking, “God, so I’ll redesign it, set it up... Someone’s gonna f*ck this up. This is way too big of a thing.” And I’m looking at all these kids and I’m like, “F*ck, I gotta do one more.” And then I brought Mark [Wahlberg] into it. So now we’ve got a movie star, we’ve got full redesigns. At least it’ll be on good footing.

Dwayne Johnson Was Offered the Transformers 4 Lead

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Michael Bay is Looking at Sham Shui Po for Transformers 4

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Twitchfilm wrote:Michael Bay is planning to shoot parts of the latest installment in the Transformers franchise in Hong Kong. Reportedly, after looking at photographs of different parts of the city, he is most interested in Sham Shui Po because of its unique aesthetic. The district, situated in North West Kowloon, is one of the oldest and most densely populated areas of Hong Kong. The producers have already approached local government officials and businesses to propose the closure of sections of roads for filming.

Transformers 4 Casting Call for Extras

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Feature Film Starring:
Mark Wahlberg (Ted, Shooter, The Fighter)
Jack Reynor (What Richard Did, Dollhouse)

A feature film about an ancient struggle between two extraterrestrial races, the heroic Autobots and the evil Decepticons. Battle each other for power, good, and evil.

Pay rate: $842.00 Depending on Role and Experience!!!

Now excepting Union and Non-union Submissions.


Role # 1 - Supporting Role

Seeking 15 talent(s) for this role

Feature Film seeking supporting roles.
Searchable talent specs:
Gender: Male Female
Age: from 18 to 35
Ethnicity: Any -


Role # 2 - Extras

Seeking 20 talent(s) for this role

Feature Film seeking extras roles.
Searchable talent specs:
Gender: Male Female
Age: from 5 to 70
Ethnicity: Any -

Jack Reynor Talks Transformers 4 from Tribeca Film Festival

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I'm not 100% certain. It's not something Michael and I really talked about. I'm a bit more, 'Yes, sir. No, sir,' with Michael. I just do what he says, take the job seriously, and get it done,

well, it is. "With Richard, I was excited to make this film with such an amazing role for an actor. Play a wide range of emotion and really invest myself in the character," he says. "With Transformers, I'm going to get to drive fast cars and have a lot of fun. That's what appeals to me about it. I want to have as much fun as possible.

All I knew was basically, Michael was going to make Transformers 4 and we were going to chat about me being in it," he says of the meeting. "We didn’t chat about making a fourth or any of the motives behind it. But personally, I think there’s a lot more to be done with it. There’s a whole new direction to take it in, and a lot more to explore in that universe, and I think we’re going to make a definitive step away from the previous movies, and this is going to be a lot of fun and I’m incredibly excited.

Bay Says Megan Fox Will Not Return for Transformers 4

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No.

It's the same [world]," Bay clarified, explaining that 4 will not be a complete reboot. "You have the three movies, but there's a reason why there's a new cast. And it's explained very clearly when you see it, and it's going to feel natural. So it's not like we're starting over or anything like that.

Universal Studios Looking for Optimus Prime and Megatron Voices

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Transformers Voice Talent Auditions

Project ID:LTK12147066413X

Project Description:
(Please note that Voice123 screens all projects before approving them, but does not proofread the project name, description, or script provided by the voice seeker)
Now Casting!
Universal Studios Hollywood is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates must be at least 18 years old.
All performers hired for these positions will be covered under the terms and conditions of a collective bargaining agreement with the American Guild of Variety Artists (AGVA).
All auditionees must sign up for a appointment to be seen. All current AGVA members will be seen first, given they report at the appropriate call time.If appointment times fill-up, please check back periodically, as we may add additional time slots.
Are you ready to roll-out?
Come and join the battle between the heroic Autobots and the evil Decepticons.
Universal Studios Hollywood is seeking Voice-Over Talent to protray the world famous Transformers, Optimus Prime and Megatron!

Wednesday, April 24th at Staffing Services on City Walk
3:30pm – 8:30pm / Appointments only
Voice-Over Talent
Selected candidates must be available for callbacks on Friday, April 26th.
Voice-Over Talent (April 24th)

Seeking performers with the following abilities and experience:
• Able to switch between two character voices preferred.
• Sustain vocal impersonations for an extended period of time.
• Guest interaction and/or improv experience preferred.
Character/Vocal qualities:
• Megatron vocal qualities – enormous and powerful: deep, textured, smoky quality with adorned gruff-ness.
• Optimus Prime vocal qualities – calm, confident, and serious; air of authority, have impeccable diction, and possess a deep vocabulary.

Prepare
Sides will be provided at the audition. Actors may read for one, or both characters.
For all roles:
•Selected candidates must be available for call-backs on April 26th.
•Please bring a headshot and resume for each audition you attend.
•Availability is a factor when casting. Candidates must be available for training, rehearsals, and summer peak dates as listed on the availability calendar distributed at the audition. Training and Rehearsals begin approximately late April and early May. Performances begin early June through early September.
•Parking – Inform the attendant that you are there for auditions and park in the structure you are guided to. Plan for a 10 minute walk from the parking structure to the audition location.
•We look forward to your audition!


Deadline: Apr 24, 2013 14:00:00 (GMT -05:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Project Status:Open and receiving auditions and/or proposals
Auditions/Proposals Received:3
Auditions/Proposals Reviewed by the Voice Seeker:3
Voice Seeker Invitations:0 direct invitation(s) have been sent by the voice seeker resulting in 0 audition(s) and/or proposal(s) so far.
Invitations: Voice123 SmartCast is seeking 30 auditions and/or proposals for this project (approx.).

Mark Your Calendars! Michael Bay Day is June 5th!

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Transformers 4 to Have Shorter Run Time

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Google Translate wrote:I designed two hours 7 minutes, which I think is a good formula, which gives enough room to maneuver.

Michigan's Motion Picture Studios Are Gearing Up For Transformers 4 Filming

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Michael Bay's 'Transformers 4' sets up shop in Metro Detroit; Pontiac's Michigan Motion Picture Studios eager for workload

DETROIT, MI - Michigan Motion Picture Studios in Pontiac is preparing up for another Hollywood closeup.
The production venue that was home to the hit Sam Raimi-directed film "Oz the Great and Powerful" will also host crews for Michael Bay's "Transformers 4" this summer.

Set building for "Transformers 4" - expected to get an official title soon - has already begun at the 535,000-square foot facility and has Michigan Motion Pictures Studios chief operating officer Tony Wenson excited.

"They are in the process of pre-production right now," Wenson told MLive Detroit, when asked if Bay's film crew is in town. "They are filming in several other states, too. The majority of their shooting, I believe, will be done in the state of Michigan.

"In addition to working on our stages, they’ll also be working throughout the state at different locations. We’re really excited that they’re here. We’re looking forward to the opportunity to service another film.”

Wenson declined to say specifically when filming for "Transformers 4" will begin, but disclosed it will happen "early" this summer.