Transformers Breaks 7-day Non-sequel record in 5 days!

That's great news! Go Transformers!

so does anyone else think that this movie will be much higher in profits then et and titanic?

Makes all the pre-movie haters feel stupid, doesn't it?

"We are the champions, my friends...

...and we'll keep on fighting 'til the end!"

Awesome!!!

Excellent news! Roll out!

BlurPrime wrote:so does anyone else think that this movie will be much higher in profits then et and titanic?

I don't think so... Both made more than 843 and 880 million dollars in total. And that is with the inflation adjusted.

That's a lot of money, you know.

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http://www.the-numbers.com/movies/records/

Just found this page with all kinds of information regarding box office sales.

I'm sure Bay is relieved, after The Island bombed so bad last Summer. Career saved by nerds and car robots! Must be pretty sobering for him considering how much he initially loathed the idea, and still hates the G1 cartoon.

Now they need to bring in a new writer (SIMON FURMAN PLZ), and a new director for the sequels.

Sweet! I think we're pretty much golden when it comes to sequel-age. So...

IT'S PEANUT BUTTER JELLY TIME!!! *dancing banana appears onscreen*

Roll Out!
Let's Start Working on TF2

Maju Garzett wrote:Makes all the pre-movie haters feel stupid, doesn't it?

They should, but they won't. But the same thing was said about PotC. All the haters and whiners said it wasn't period accurate, pirates didn't act that way, etc, etc. The movie was not meant to be period accurate, or a historical documentary. It was a fun action film. Same with Transformers, it's a work of science fiction. Sure things are different, but they are not too different. If things stayed exactly the same, this would be a boring world to live in. Go Transformers Go! Make those millions, and break more box-office records. I'm eagerly awaiting them awesome sequels.

Fan-bloody tastic!

Even if it doesn't beat Titanic - this was a huge weekend. And hopefully will propel the movie to be the box office champ of the year.

Well, like I've said before, even if people loathe the movie, the kind of profit this film looks poised to turn will be a HUGE thing for Transfans. I'm still of the opinion that the Universe/Classics 2.0 line is born out of the profits they've made, and now they can afford to do more things with the TF brand. I mean, think about it... it's not outside the realm of possibility that someone would invest in a War Within prequel DTV movie.

Maju Garzett wrote:Makes all the pre-movie haters feel stupid, doesn't it?

Yeah, because who could have possibly thought a film pandering to the very lowest common denominator would be profitable?

heh heh... i just won a bet

AbsumZer0 wrote:

Maju Garzett wrote:Makes all the pre-movie haters feel stupid, doesn't it?

Yeah, because who could have possibly thought a film pandering to the very lowest common denominator would be profitable?

Nicely said.

KoH4711
Post Posted: Sun Jul 08, 2007 12:41 pm Post subject:
Well, like I've said before, even if people loathe the movie, the kind of profit this film looks poised to turn will be a HUGE thing for Transfans. I'm still of the opinion that the Universe/Classics 2.0 line is born out of the profits they've made, and now they can afford to do more things with the TF brand. I mean, think about it... it's not outside the realm of possibility that someone would invest in a War Within prequel DTV movie.

Also nicely said. It's perhaps the only point to this crappy era that stops me from dumping, burning or eBaying off everything I own remotely having to do with Transformers.

I think it has a chance of making it into the top five highest grossing movies of all time. After all, this is the sort of movie people go to the movies to see.

Nemescream wrote:I'm sure Bay is relieved, after The Island bombed so bad last Summer. Career saved by nerds and car robots! Must be pretty sobering for him considering how much he initially loathed the idea, and still hates the G1 cartoon.

Now they need to bring in a new writer (SIMON FURMAN PLZ), and a new director for the sequels.

Why would we want a different director for the sequels? Michael Bay is pretty smart. His vision was a hit the first time. Do you really think things should be changed when the formula he has created with this movie works and is enjoyed and accepted by the movie audience by large? Transformers is his baby now. He has set a bar with this movie and now has a benchmark to go on for future sequels.

Ultra Prime wrote:

Nemescream wrote:I'm sure Bay is relieved, after The Island bombed so bad last Summer. Career saved by nerds and car robots! Must be pretty sobering for him considering how much he initially loathed the idea, and still hates the G1 cartoon.

Now they need to bring in a new writer (SIMON FURMAN PLZ), and a new director for the sequels.

Why would we want a different director for the sequels? Michael Bay is pretty smart. His vision was a hit the first time. Do you really think things should be changed when the formula he has created with this movie works and is enjoyed and accepted by the movie audience by large? Transformers is his baby now. He has set a bar with this movie and now has a benchmark to go on for future sequels.

I agree Michael Bay should direct the sequels. If he doesn't we're just back to square one.

Maju Garzett wrote:Makes all the pre-movie haters feel stupid, doesn't it?

No bescause Transformers is still getting the recognition it deserves. In the end this opens up more possibilities for the francise and future products which make me happy

AbsumZer0 wrote:

Maju Garzett wrote:Makes all the pre-movie haters feel stupid, doesn't it?

Yeah, because who could have possibly thought a film pandering to the very lowest common denominator would be profitable?

Yes, because I am sure that a film that pandered only to the hardcore fans and was impenetrable to the general public would have been successful!

more money more money for transformers 2
more money more money for transformers 2
more money more money for transformers 2
more robots 4 transformers 2
more robots 4 transformers 2
more robots 4 transformers 2
that means we get the dinobots and devastator
that means we get the dinobots and devastator
and jetfire come everybody sing it with me

opjet wrote:more money more money for transformers 2
more money more money for transformers 2
more money more money for transformers 2
more robots 4 transformers 2
more robots 4 transformers 2
more robots 4 transformers 2
that means we get the dinobots and devastator
that means we get the dinobots and devastator
and jetfire come everybody sing it with me

Um... okay... As creepy as I think this is, the kid's right. Mo money at box office means mo money for the sequel.

Nemescream wrote:
Now they need to bring in a new writer (SIMON FURMAN PLZ)

Doubt it'll happen, but I would have a fanboy joygasm if it happened.

As far as the movie makin' mad bank,**Stone Cold Steve Austin voice** OH HELL YEAH!

To all that said the movie would tank how's that crow taste? I'll be the one to say "I told ya so!"

I'm sure someone's gonna pipe up and say "Almost 200 mil in 5 days isn't all that successful". I'm just waiting for it.

HyperConvoy wrote:

AbsumZer0 wrote:

Maju Garzett wrote:Makes all the pre-movie haters feel stupid, doesn't it?

Yeah, because who could have possibly thought a film pandering to the very lowest common denominator would be profitable?

Yes, because I am sure that a film that pandered only to the hardcore fans and was impenetrable to the general public would have been successful!

Yeah, because everyone knows that a film with mutidimensional characters and without 2 hours of WB sitcom humor of the masturbation, ethnic stereotype, and bodily function variety wouldn't appeal to anyone but 'hardcore fans'.

can someone tell me how titanic made a load of money ? It wasn't even that good. Transformers and loads of other movies were wayyyyyyyy better.

Ultra Prime wrote:Why would we want a different director for the sequels? Michael Bay is pretty smart.

Uh yeah, and Britney Spears is a talented musician.

Ultra Prime wrote: His vision was a hit the first time. Do you really think things should be changed when the formula he has created with this movie works and is enjoyed and accepted by the movie audience by large? Transformers is his baby now. He has set a bar with this movie and now has a benchmark to go on for future sequels.

The problem with repeating a formula is that people think they can just make one-dimensional carbon copies of the stuff that works and then just cram the rest with filler (ie. every Disney movie after Lion King). Since this movie is already so devoid of substance any further dumbing down would really destroy whatever future the franchise may have.

As fans we should hope that any future movies are better, because if TF2 bombs, TF3 would get much less money and have a huge hole to dig itself out of, provided it's even made.

Excabition Supreme wrote:can someone tell me how titanic made a load of money ? It wasn't even that good. Transformers and loads of other movies were wayyyyyyyy better.

Chicks. Lots of lonely, under-romanced chicks.

HyperConvoy wrote:

AbsumZer0 wrote:

Maju Garzett wrote:

Makes all the pre-movie haters feel stupid, doesn't it?

Yeah, because who could have possibly thought a film pandering to the very lowest common denominator would be profitable?

Yes, because I am sure that a film that pandered only to the hardcore fans and was impenetrable to the general public would have been successful! Raised eyebrow

Yeah, because everyone knows that a film with mutidimensional characters and without 2 hours of WB sitcom humor of the masturbation, ethnic stereotype, and bodily function variety wouldn't appeal to anyone but 'hardcore fans'.

That just made my day.

Oops, I mean, "Sup, lil' bitches?"

Maju Garzett wrote:Makes all the pre-movie haters feel stupid, doesn't it?

Nah. I always kept faith that it would be good if the story was handled properly. I'll admit the robot designs worked. Although after seeing the movie, I feel let down because the story wasn't all that great. Poorly constructed, plot holes, one-dimensional characters. The only thing I wanted was for the robots to have fully-developed personalities, and save for a few, they didn't. That disappointed me.

I'm happy it's making a lot of money in spite of that; I just wish it had a story that would keep people coming back to it and watching it on DVD for years to come. Hopefully we'll get that for the sequel.

BlurPrime wrote:so does anyone else think that this movie will be much higher in profits then et and titanic?

I would love to say YES, but come The Simpson movie, this will sadly be a media memory.

I hate to burst the bubble, and believe me I've seen it 3 times with 2 more schedualed(my nonfan friends need a guide, this even got me lucky once, now I'm going for twice ) I have to say it keeps getting better each time I see it, and I have to wonder why nobody here called out the fact that Brawl calls himself Devastator?

But The Simpsons are something EVERYONE loves, Titanic, Superman, Spider-Man, none of them had a challange like that.

However I think Line for Line, Play for Play, The Transformers will go down as a much better film. But with it already seen by so many people, the dollar will turn in Homer's favor cutting this spree sadly short. If not for this, I feel like Spider-Man(1), this film would run strong till the holiday season.

However, I would've loved to see the box office competition, if both opened at the same time.

the simpsons IS going to BEAT every movie that has come out so far this year.

Mr.RobotAutoMan wrote:the simpsons IS going to BEAT every movie that has come out so far this year.

I dunno... when's it come out?
So far, I haven't seen the massive media blitz of advertising like Transformers were given.

And it's quickly missing the "summer movie" boat made of gold.

Mr.RobotAutoMan wrote:the simpsons IS going to BEAT every movie that has come out so far this year.

Even Harry Potter?

Buttz wrote:

Ultra Prime wrote:Why would we want a different director for the sequels? Michael Bay is pretty smart.

Uh yeah, and Britney Spears is a talented musician.

Bay's smart enough to make a hit movie. It's no intellectual classic, but he certainly hit the right mark with audiences.

Burn wrote:

Mr.RobotAutoMan wrote:the simpsons IS going to BEAT every movie that has come out so far this year.

Even Harry Potter?

of course even harry potter. simspons has been around longer than harry potter.

Very good news. This means the sequel is assured except formality, which Paramount/Dreamworks will no doubt announce soon. While there are some imperfection in the movie, I think it's still solid and I wish to see more TF in future movies.

double post.

Burn wrote:

Mr.RobotAutoMan wrote:the simpsons IS going to BEAT every movie that has come out so far this year.

Even Harry Potter?

I´m getting tired of ther simpsons. A family guy movie would rock.

General Magnus wrote:

Burn wrote:

Mr.RobotAutoMan wrote:the simpsons IS going to BEAT every movie that has come out so far this year.

Even Harry Potter?

yes and that is a fact trust me.

Wowee.

If it is doing this well, and scoring so well in all demographics, I think we can look forward to the sequel breaking all kinds of records too.
Paramount are now counting all their profits, as they have made back the cost of the film already.

Maybe it will give Pottermania a run for its money in the upcoming weeks.

tigertracks 24 wrote:"We are the champions, my friends...

...and we'll keep on fighting 'til the end!"

Awesome!!!

Freddie wouldn't be pleased. If anyone needs me I'll be in the Mecha forums for the next six years or so.

Riotflea wrote:

Mr.RobotAutoMan wrote:the simpsons IS going to BEAT every movie that has come out so far this year.

I wonder sometimes if it will suffer a fate similar to Star Trek Movies. We all know the fan base for trekkies is HUGE, yet all those big fans don't seem to want to pony up the dough for a theatrical version of a show they normally get to see for 1 hour that costs them nothing. I wonder if people won't be seeing this one as much because the fact it's a 90 minute version of the free cartoon they watch weekly. Just a thought.

Another thing I would say is that I don't believe The Simpsons will have as much replay value as the Transformers does by a long shot. Sure I bet it will be funny, but Transformers has that spunk many movies haven't had for years in that entertainment factor. I saw TF again yesterday and I felt more emotional the second time than the first time, and I was hyped the first time! There's just something really great that touches the emotional chord about this movie and is very character driven and just plain fun.

I'm a huge Star Wars fan my whole life, but I must say that even though I liked Revenge of the Sith a ton, I needed to sleep on it and let it set in for a while before I loved it. The second I stepped out of the theaters with TF I immediately fell in love with the movie (and no I won't marry it.) TF is gonna make a mark.

Mr.RobotAutoMan wrote:the simpsons IS going to BEAT every movie that has come out so far this year.

No it isn't. The new episodes suck ass so the movie wont be any better.

I've seen it 6 times already and I must admit that the original 7 out of 10 that I gave it after watching it for the first time is officially changed to a 9 out of 10. The action is so fast that small things are easily missed. Watching it a few times overs allows you to pick up some finer points. Excellent film on all fronts. WAY TO GO BAY!

Six times! My god.

yeah I thought i was a fan... 6 times, that got me beat.

g1transformers wrote:I've seen it 6 times already and I must admit that the original 7 out of 10 that I gave it after watching it for the first time is officially changed to a 9 out of 10. The action is so fast that small things are easily missed. Watching it a few times overs allows you to pick up some finer points. Excellent film on all fronts. WAY TO GO BAY!

Are you commemorating by posting the same thing in six different threads?

Mr.RobotAutoMan wrote:

Burn wrote:

Mr.RobotAutoMan wrote:the simpsons IS going to BEAT every movie that has come out so far this year.

Even Harry Potter?

of course even harry potter. simspons has been around longer than harry potter.

Right ... so you're measuring success based on the age of a franchise rather than the size of it's fanbase?

Everybody knows size matters. Cue inuendo filled reply from *Elita_One*.

Keep in mind too, alot of old fans of Simpsons HATE it now.

...To say nothing of those who've moved over to Family Guy and South Park.

It's too... novelty... this Simpsons movie.
I highly doubt it'll do incredible.