Transformers 5: The Last Knight Round-Up: Scotland, New Megatron-themed Camera, Rumored King Arthur / Merlin
Sunday, August 28th, 2016 12:45PM CDT
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First, according to his Instagram, Michael Bay has a new camera! This one's special because it's been custom built for him by the camera company RED! It's got some cool details, including a special TF5 Megatron medallion on the side! He's shared a video of him using it on a Victoria's Secret Campaign he's currently working on in Paris! Do you think he'll use it for The Last Knight? Check it out below!
Next, we've got a bunch of new photo and video from the Transformers set on the Isle of Skye, in Scotland, that we reported on earlier. These new angles come to us from Buchanan Photos, and Michael Bay's Instagram. The photos show that same actor (who is speculated to be Merlin, as per the rumors) riding his horse across the Isle, with more helicopter shots, as well as some pictures of the crew, and a better look at staff that may or may not be a little alien in origin...
The video, on the other hand, shows Michael Bay on location in Scotland (wearing a pretty cool hat, if I do say so myself), showing just how scenic it is up there.
So, what do you think of the filming in Scotland? Does it confirm the Arthurian rumors going around? If it's true, what other rumors do you think are legit? Let us know in the comments! And, as always, keep your optics and audio sensors tuned to Seibertron.com!
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Posted by Madeus Prime on August 28th, 2016 @ 12:48pm CDT
Posted by Bronzewolf on August 28th, 2016 @ 1:00pm CDT
Madeus Prime wrote:Thank you Michael Bay for proving you will use any excuse to show a sexualized woman.
Lol Yep. "We're selling Panties with it" is my favorite line. Legendary
Posted by Madeus Prime on August 28th, 2016 @ 1:27pm CDT
Bronzewolf wrote:Madeus Prime wrote:Thank you Michael Bay for proving you will use any excuse to show a sexualized woman.
Lol Yep. "We're selling Panties with it" is my favorite line. Legendary
Moreover, it's classy.
Posted by Bronzewolf on August 28th, 2016 @ 1:35pm CDT
The filming is set to include a crew of 50 or 60 people, which is larger than the crew currently in Scotland, but none of the Actors themselves are set to appear yet. After Norway, the next stop for filming will be back west, to London, England! It's interesting how the filming has had such a specific focus on London.
The filming in Norway will take place anytime after October 2nd, so be sure to watch Seibertron.com for updates and set photos!
What do you think they're going to film in Norway? Other Transformers fans have noted that you can easily see the northern lights very often in Norway...Will that play into the movie in any way? What actors do you think will be appearing? What about Sir Anthony Hopkins? He joined the cast a while ago, but has yet to make an appearance on set (as far as we know). Leave your thoughts in the comments below!
And, as always, keep your optics and audio sensors tuned to Seibertron.com for all the latest Transformers New and Reviews!
Posted by BERSEKAEL on August 28th, 2016 @ 5:49pm CDT
I respect his job, always out of the box!
Posted by Sabrblade on August 28th, 2016 @ 10:45pm CDT
His technology is one of the few legitimately praiseworthy things about the movies.BERSEKAEL wrote:Lots of people will try to criticize Mr. Bay, and in the end, they will end up using his technology/ideas...
Posted by Tyrannacon on August 29th, 2016 @ 6:07pm CDT
http://mashable.com/2016/08/29/transfor ... EpwLOSmaqu
Can't believe they are doing the King Arthur thing actually and in talks to cast someone that played the role in something entirely unrelated. I hope it doesn't suck. Likely it'll be controversial for the fandom though.
Posted by Burn on August 29th, 2016 @ 6:18pm CDT
Posted by Tyrannacon on August 29th, 2016 @ 7:52pm CDT
Burn wrote:As long as this Arthur isn't anything like that twatwaffle Arthur he played on OUAT.
I honestly haven't even watched OUAT mostly due to the fact I've been binging on Arrow, The Flash, and Transformers Animated (which I'm super glad I gave it another chance as suggested) as of late. I keep putting it off, but I probably should hop on it. Twatwaffle is also a creative insult. I'll have to add that to my repertoire.
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on August 29th, 2016 @ 9:25pm CDT
Posted by fenrir72 on August 29th, 2016 @ 9:46pm CDT
Posted by Tyrannacon on August 29th, 2016 @ 9:52pm CDT
Posted by WeatherManNX01 on August 29th, 2016 @ 9:54pm CDT
Posted by Sabrblade on August 29th, 2016 @ 10:49pm CDT
Posted by Deadput on August 29th, 2016 @ 11:57pm CDT
Sabrblade wrote:It's also possible that, instead of any time travel, all the Arthurian scenes take place entirely in flashbacks. Maybe a reasonable amount of the film is set in the past the natural way.
I'm going to guess this as the most likely scenario all the films in the first 2/5 minutes have a flash back to a long time ago.
Posted by Bumblevivisector on August 30th, 2016 @ 12:17am CDT
Which would mean it draws just as much inspiration from the first TF UK comic arc, "Man of Iron", as "A Decepticon Raider In King Arthur's Court".Sabrblade wrote:It's also possible that, instead of any time travel, all the Arthurian scenes take place entirely in flashbacks. Maybe a reasonable amount of the film is set in the past the natural way.
And it's about time. Because when I first heard Bay watched every episode of the G1 cartoon, but nothing about comics, I asked myself, if I was able to recommend just one comic story to him to research, what would it be? Man of Iron, no question. It may not have contributed anything enduring to the mythos (partly because it's an awkward fit in Marvel continuity), but it always felt more like the comic adaptation of a British TF movie that didn't quite get made in 1985. Well, now that movie will actually sort of exist, and I can't complain about that.
It was also the first story to play with the 4-million-year gap, and considering all 4 Bay films have done some variation on that to try and ground the story's stakes in Earth history, it's just a natural fit.
And if he leaves Lancelot and the round table out of the story (as they surely won't have time to stop off in France), TF:TLK will be a tad more historically accurate than most movies involving King Arthur, FWIW.
Posted by dragons on August 30th, 2016 @ 6:53am CDT
Posted by Tyrannacon on August 30th, 2016 @ 7:33am CDT
dragons wrote:i can deal with flashbacks as long there is no transformers travel back in time as was in cartoon
That's personally what I'm hoping for myself in this instance.
Posted by Whifflefire on August 30th, 2016 @ 7:47am CDT
And Graham Chapman is the best King Arthur.
Posted by Sabrblade on August 30th, 2016 @ 7:50am CDT
May he rest in peace.Whifflefire wrote:And Graham Chapman is the best King Arthur.
Posted by EvasionModeBumblebee on August 30th, 2016 @ 3:45pm CDT
Also, have you guys seen this?
[youtube] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jfOMvgnB2RA [/youtube]
It's pretty interesting, but I do disagree with the "unwatchable" comment.
Posted by Va'al on August 30th, 2016 @ 4:13pm CDT
This leaves us a number of options: Merlin travels through time; Merlin reincarnates; this rumour is entirely unfounded; there is a mistake on Mashable; it's just a guy named Merlin. Let us know what you make of it in the Energon Pub!
Mark Wahlberg stars alongside Josh Duhamel, Tyrese Gibson, Isabela Moner, Laura Haddock, Jerrod Carmichael, Gil Birmingham and Anthony Hopkins. Santiago Cabrera will co-star as Merlin, and many of your favorite Autobots and Decepticons will return as well.
Seibertron.com wrote:Cabrera was a regular in British series Merlin (hmmmm concidence?).
Posted by Va'al on August 30th, 2016 @ 4:42pm CDT
Posted by Noideaforaname on August 30th, 2016 @ 4:51pm CDT
Posted by Va'al on August 30th, 2016 @ 4:53pm CDT
Noideaforaname wrote:This movie's just getting weird. Like, they're building on the past film's rather inexplicable mention of Knights, but instead of that being about alien robots it's now literally King Arthur (because the G1 cartoon did something like that so it's automatically justified? and/or they gotta work in the whole "ancient thing on Earth is TRANSFORMERS related" plot again), with dragons and human wizards and everything. But there's still police car and crane robots somehow?
If it goes as weird as Scioli's TF vs G.I. Joe, I'm in.
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on August 30th, 2016 @ 4:53pm CDT
Dr Va'al wrote:Seibertronian overlord Burn
Best quote all day.
and I'm looking forward to what all of this comes together to mean. We got a bunch of things here, I'm ready for them to be tied up
Posted by Kurona on August 30th, 2016 @ 4:55pm CDT
Honestly I bet a lot of these things will be restricted to cameos so the movie isn't too cluttered. Merlin and Arthur being a flashback, Barricade being an opening/second scene capture/kill, etc.
Posted by Sabrblade on August 30th, 2016 @ 4:58pm CDT
Posted by shauyaun on August 30th, 2016 @ 6:51pm CDT
Posted by dragons on August 31st, 2016 @ 6:58am CDT
Noideaforaname wrote:This movie's just getting weird. Like, they're building on the past film's rather inexplicable mention of Knights, but instead of that being about alien robots it's now literally King Arthur (because the G1 cartoon did something like that so it's automatically justified? and/or they gotta work in the whole "ancient thing on Earth is TRANSFORMERS related" plot again), with dragons and human wizards and everything. But there's still police car and crane robots somehow?
Transformers prime series fought dragons, rid they deceptions where animals except for bruticus but megatrong transformed into bat, dragon giant hand
Posted by Rodimus Prime on September 2nd, 2016 @ 2:34am CDT
I disagree. I'm glad when Titan reprinted the G1 comics they left out those issues.Sabrblade wrote:"Man of Iron" is a fantastic story.
Posted by SlyTF1 on September 2nd, 2016 @ 2:07pm CDT
https://www.instagram.com/p/BJ0OTnygwdv/?taken-by=michaelbay&hl=en
I'm officially ecstatic now. There hasn't been this big of an actual firefight since the end of ROTF.
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on September 2nd, 2016 @ 11:35pm CDT
Posted by dragons on September 3rd, 2016 @ 1:59am CDT
Posted by Va'al on September 3rd, 2016 @ 11:15am CDT
SO EXCITED for my first day on @transformers! See you tomorrow @michaelbay @laurajhaddock #TransformersTheLastKnight
From another British cast member, Laura Haddock, we have a look at a new prop from the set, in the shape of a skull with a laurel crown, skewered by a sword. What does it mean? We have no idea, but take a look and speculate away in the Energon Pub!
And finally, if you happen to be in the UK and fancy your chances at being an extra on the Paramount and Michael Bay movie, why not take a look at the Casting call right here. What type of extra role? Vaguely historically inaccurate generic medieval soldiers and knights, on both the Saxon and Arthur's sides of a battle, but also main speaking roles and film crew spots - more info below!
The Paramount Pictures feature film “Transformers: The Last Knight” has completed filming in Detroit, and is moving on to London, England to continue filming. There is an official casting call seeking males over 16 years of age who have long hair and/or beards to portray medieval soldiers and knights in an epic battle sequence that will film between October 3rd and October 14, 2016. To be considered, all talent MUST have legal eligibility to work in the entertainment industry in London, and the documentation and resources are available here. “Transformers: The Last Knight”, will center on the previously unknown connection between giant alien robots from the planet Cybertron and the mythical court of fifth century English monarch King Arthur. This film is currently using the working title of “E75”.
Transformers: The Last Knight London Casting Call Information
All talent are required to be legally eligible to work in London and in the United Kingdom, and have a national insurance number. The London Actors Resource Guide eBook contains the information and documents for adults, minors, and foreign talent who would like to work as an actor or extra on film productions in London and the United Kingdom. All Actors Resource Guide eBooks are available here.
“Transformers: The Last Knight” will be filming a major medieval battle scene between Saxon Invaders and King Arthur’s Knights. Shooting will be taking place in London, England between October 3rd and October 14, 2016. The casting directors are seeking the following:
• MALES – 16 years of age and older, with long hair and/or long beards. This is to play medieval Saxon invaders and King Arthur’s Knights. Very good pay.
To submit your photo (make sure that casting directors can see your hair length in your photo) and contact information to be considered for one of these roles, please carefully fill out the following form (you MUST select “Men with long hair and or long beards wanted for new feature film”):
Transformers: The Last Knight London Extras Casting Registration
In-person open casting calls will be posted if and when they are scheduled.
Transformers: The Last Knight London Principal Actor Casting (speaking roles only)
Transformers: The Last Knight
Priscilla John Casting Ltd.
26a Bradmore Park Road
London, W6 0DT
UK
NOTE:
New supporting roles and day player speaking roles are mainly being cast through talent agents in London. You can find comprehensive listings and submission addresses for talent agents here. However, if you are not signed with an agent and wish to self-submit, I highly recommend that your 8×10 color headshot and resume along with the cover letter be sent in a 9 x 12 Clear Full Face Window Envelope with the photo visible in the window.
Click Here to purchase 9 x 12 Clear Full Face Window Envelopes.
Click Here to purchase the best resume and cover letter paper.
Film Crew Members
Experienced film crew members, production staff/assistants, and vendors can submit resumes to the following:
e75resumes@gmail.com OR e75production@gmail.com
NO ACTOR OR EXTRAS SUBMISSIONS TO THIS EMAIL ADDRESS.
Posted by Nemesis Maximo on September 3rd, 2016 @ 2:31pm CDT
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on September 3rd, 2016 @ 2:37pm CDT
dragons wrote:Won't loose that camera at night
Posted by Burn on September 3rd, 2016 @ 4:08pm CDT
Dr Va'al wrote:Doctor Who alumna Elizabeth Croft,
A background role in one episode ...
Posted by rockman_fan on September 3rd, 2016 @ 6:38pm CDT
Posted by JazZeke on September 3rd, 2016 @ 8:59pm CDT
rockman_fan wrote:that thing is VIOLENTLY green. like, good god, it actually hurts to look at it.
Just like the movies it films!
Bah-dum-TIS!
Posted by william-james88 on September 3rd, 2016 @ 11:52pm CDT
Burn wrote:Dr Va'al wrote:Doctor Who alumna Elizabeth Croft,
A background role in one episode ...
Yeah, I watched every doctor who episode starting with the 9th doctor and she is ringing 0 bells.
Posted by Nemesis Maximo on September 4th, 2016 @ 1:54am CDT
william-james88 wrote:Burn wrote:Dr Va'al wrote:Doctor Who alumna Elizabeth Croft,
A background role in one episode ...
Yeah, I watched every doctor who episode starting with the 9th doctor and she is ringing 0 bells.
Va'al should know this. He's British, for God's sake.
Posted by Stuartmaximus on September 4th, 2016 @ 2:03am CDT
Nemesis Maximo wrote:william-james88 wrote:Burn wrote:Dr Va'al wrote:Doctor Who alumna Elizabeth Croft,
A background role in one episode ...
Yeah, I watched every doctor who episode starting with the 9th doctor and she is ringing 0 bells.
Va'al should know this. He's British, for God's sake.
Ah but he's not fully british! as he's half italian
Posted by Burn on September 4th, 2016 @ 3:21am CDT
Nemesis Maximo wrote:william-james88 wrote:Burn wrote:Dr Va'al wrote:Doctor Who alumna Elizabeth Croft,
A background role in one episode ...
Yeah, I watched every doctor who episode starting with the 9th doctor and she is ringing 0 bells.
Va'al should know this. He's British, for God's sake.
In his defense, it's about the only memorable role she's had.
And I would love to know where Billy-Jim found the time to watch every DW episode that's out there.
Posted by Stuartmaximus on September 4th, 2016 @ 3:30am CDT
http://news.tfw2005.com/2016/09/03/hasb ... m=facebook
Posted by Kurona on September 4th, 2016 @ 5:52am CDT
william-james88 wrote:Burn wrote:Dr Va'al wrote:Doctor Who alumna Elizabeth Croft,
A background role in one episode ...
Yeah, I watched every doctor who episode starting with the 9th doctor and she is ringing 0 bells.
She was one of the vampire girls in the Venice episode. Series 5.
Posted by Va'al on September 4th, 2016 @ 6:08am CDT
Kurona wrote:william-james88 wrote:Burn wrote:Dr Va'al wrote:Doctor Who alumna Elizabeth Croft,
A background role in one episode ...
Yeah, I watched every doctor who episode starting with the 9th doctor and she is ringing 0 bells.
She was one of the vampire girls in the Venice episode. Series 5.
Hey people - search engine optimisation.
Posted by Va'al on September 4th, 2016 @ 6:12am CDT
Stuartmaximus wrote:Soooooo....we'll be getting a look at the toys for TF5 then
http://news.tfw2005.com/2016/09/03/hasb ... m=facebook
Doubt it. This is LICENSING expo, not Toy Fair.
Most new designs have made it onto social media already, so we won't have a repeat of the Toy Fair I reported from - for AoE - either. Still, interesting to keep an eye on it.
Also, that interview is from June: http://www.licensemag.com/license-globa ... tes-hasbro
Posted by Burn on September 4th, 2016 @ 6:16am CDT
Dr Va'al wrote:Kurona wrote:william-james88 wrote:Burn wrote:Dr Va'al wrote:Doctor Who alumna Elizabeth Croft,
A background role in one episode ...
Yeah, I watched every doctor who episode starting with the 9th doctor and she is ringing 0 bells.
She was one of the vampire girls in the Venice episode. Series 5.
Hey people - search engine optimisation.
Or just use IMDB and save sorting through a bunch of results.
Posted by Va'al on September 4th, 2016 @ 6:23am CDT
Burn wrote:Dr Va'al wrote:Kurona wrote:william-james88 wrote:Burn wrote:Dr Va'al wrote:Doctor Who alumna Elizabeth Croft,
A background role in one episode ...
Yeah, I watched every doctor who episode starting with the 9th doctor and she is ringing 0 bells.
She was one of the vampire girls in the Venice episode. Series 5.
Hey people - search engine optimisation.
Or just use IMDB and save sorting through a bunch of results.
Oh, I just mean 'throw in as many possible terms that will lead search engines to my news story'. Not just because of ego, but mostly because of ego.