Roberto and Alex: Questions

[Roberto Orci]

Originally Posted by Wishful Thinking

A list, Bob!! A list!! Give us a list!!

Yes.

No soundwave without doing it right.

No Arcee in TF1.

Fans pushing for more TF dialogue helped us convince the studio that we needed scenes of the TF's talking without humans.

and a few other things I won't spoil now.

[Macvile\/\/hore]

Originally Posted by Roberto Orci

Yes.

No soundwave without doing it right.

No Arcee in TF1.

Fans pushing for more TF dialogue helped us convince the studio that we needed scenes of the TF's talking without humans.

and a few other things I won't spoil now.

[Sermon]

Hey Roberto!

Here's a non-Transformers related question for you - are you and Alex actually working on several scripts at once or are you doing one at a time? How's that "story on a more personal level" coming along you and Alex want to work on (are already working on?) at some point? I'm asking because you told me aeons ago on the Don Murphy board that you and Alex want to steer away from big productions at some point to write a smaller, more intimate story ...

BTW - as you might know I started (as you suggested) a few threads on all of the major Transformer message boards complaining about Prime's lips and the reaction was very positive (to lose the lips). I hope our voices have been heard ...

Oh yeah, and while we're at it - you said you've seen both versions, the faceplate Prime and Lippimus Prime - does Prime's faceplate actually move up and down when he talks, like in the cartoon, or is it static?

[Evilgidgit]

Hello Mr. Orci,

What Transformers would you like to see in the sequel (if there is one that is)?

[Roberto Orci]

Originally Posted by The Nuke

Exactly 2 months form now, most of you will be wathcing Transformers and posting your opinions on these and other forums.

This movie is about 3-4 weeks from being locked (locked means that no more changes can be made to a film so that it could be release for masive reel duplication).

At this point, there are few mods left. Mike is tweaking the ending and maybe shaving off some minutes here and there. He's waiting for some final renders from ILM and that's it.

The photo of OP in the LA Times should tell you what the final decision is on the mouth/faceplate/battle mask is.
He and others then start the international press tour in early June.

So for now, could we stop and relax on the whining?

Nothing you say, post, scream will have an impact at this point.

If you don't like the choices, fine. And if you do, good for you.

Take a rest, and come back in 2 months all ready for more debating.

Trust me, if Armageddon was any indication, you'll need the energy and then some. There will be twice as many detractors.

Just ask Ed Fuego of how lt was at Harry's AICN when Armageddon premiered.

So um, the little R-Tard known as Nelson wrote that. Tell me Robi, do we still have that time to change that face plate? "OR" will you just go ahead, for once in your life, and tell the fan base that it is indeed to late.

A real truth Robert, a real one. Not an "I think this" or "it's possible that." A real truth. A yes or no answer.

And a word of advise. IF A SEQUEL is made, and god help us fans if their is, please me more "REAL" with the fan base the second time around. Because next time the simple possibilites you vent will be looked at more closely.

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Too late. You'll see Prime with both face plate and mouth.

[Frenzy]

Originally Posted by Roberto Orci

Too late. You'll see Prime with both face plate and mouth.

Nothing personal, Bob as it's clearly not just your call, but I'm really disappointed with this.

This could have made up for everything.

[King of Kings]

Originally Posted by Frenzy

Nothing personal, Bob as it's clearly not just your call, but I'm really disappointed with this.

This could have made up for everything.

Agreed.

[7th Level Shutdown]

Originally Posted by Roberto Orci

Too late. You'll see Prime with both face plate and mouth.

An awful decision by Bay to be fair. Prime won't be half as cool now.

[moderator_bob]

I've removed a number of posts. Please do not use this thread to debate. Create a new one for that.

Thanks!

[The Nuke]

I got a question.

Come sequel time Mr. Orci will be actually be apart of this so called coalition you preached out between fans and Baycompany?

Or are you guys just going to do whatever you want to do anyway?

[Fit For Natalie]

I apologize if I misunderstood you, but:

If you're talking about the production doing as they liked - I wasn't aware that fans owned Transformers or was even the backbone of its sucess for the past decade (that would preclude any future production doing as they liked).

But either way, I think the production would look rather weak if they caved into every demand made by fans and fanboys. It still needs to stand on its own feet and make its own decisions, for the most part.

[Wishful Thinking]

Originally Posted by Fit For Natalie

But either way, I think the production would look rather weak if they caved into every demand made by fans and fanboys.

I think the word you're looking for is "incoherant".

[The Nuke]

Originally Posted by Fit For Natalie

I apologize if I misunderstood you, but:

If you're talking about the production doing as they liked - I wasn't aware that fans owned Transformers or was even the backbone of its sucess for the past decade (that would preclude any future production doing as they liked).

But either way, I think the production would look rather weak if they caved into every demand made by fans and fanboys. It still needs to stand on its own feet and make its own decisions, for the most part.

Oh, you don't have to cave in to every demand. You shouldn't. However it would be nice for those in charge to listen to the fans every once in while. Especially for the things they should know better not to change.

[Slag7220]

Originally Posted by Roberto Orci

Too late. You'll see Prime with both face plate and mouth.

I had a question about this that got hit in a mass deletion-
can you give us a ratio of mask to maskless time?

[borntotransform]

Originally Posted by The Nuke

Oh, you don't have to cave in to every demand. You shouldn't. However it would be nice for those in charge to listen to the fans every once in while. Especially for the things they should know better not to change.

I agree, we should not just be pushed aside and ignored, but I do have a serious question, why haven't my questions been answered, like i said, I don't care if you reply no comment Mr. Orci, but if there is something you can give a small comment on I would appreciate it.
1. Starscream, real voice that was leaked or by fan boy, and is it in fact mr. Frank Welker that has taken the role.
2. If there is a sequel, which is looking good, will Bumblebee, assuming he survives, have his voice box fixed at anytime?
3. Will the sequel be more fan friendly, focusing on the Transformers mostly, since the human element of having to deal with the Transformers coming to Earth for the first time being out of the way?
4. Is the new Transformers going to be created by the All Spark while it is on earth or are they already around and are just going to be sent as reinforcements for both sides?
5. My last question, will we see the all mighty Grimlock and the rest of the Dinobots, and could it be possible to see some form of Devastator?
Like I said, I don't care if most if all of these you have to say no comment, since I understand that you need to keep some secrecy for the movie(s). Thank You.

[Roberto Orci]

Originally Posted by borntotransform

I agree, we should not just be pushed aside and ignored, but I do have a serious question, why haven't my questions been answered, like i said, I don't care if you reply no comment Mr. Orci, but if there is something you can give a small comment on I would appreciate it.
1. Starscream, real voice that was leaked or by fan boy, and is it in fact mr. Frank Welker that has taken the role.
2. If there is a sequel, which is looking good, will Bumblebee, assuming he survives, have his voice box fixed at anytime?
3. Will the sequel be more fan friendly, focusing on the Transformers mostly, since the human element of having to deal with the Transformers coming to Earth for the first time being out of the way?
4. Is the new Transformers going to be created by the All Spark while it is on earth or are they already around and are just going to be sent as reinforcements for both sides?
5. My last question, will we see the all mighty Grimlock and the rest of the Dinobots, and could it be possible to see some form of Devastator?
Like I said, I don't care if most if all of these you have to say no comment, since I understand that you need to keep some secrecy for the movie(s). Thank You.

1. Don't know. Haven't listened to leaked stuff.
2. I think so, but you'll have to ask whoever does the sequel.
3. I imagine so. That would be my instinct as well, now that the characters are set up, you can get into them more.
4. No comment.
5. No.

[Bootleg Megatron]

Originally Posted by Roberto Orci

No soundwave without doing it right.

you know, considering STARSCREAM wasn't done right, i don't see any problems with Soundwave being done "wrong"

[TKC]

Mr. Orci.

I haven't asked too much questions in the past, and I won't ask many in the future, I just want to ask these:

1. Have you heard the music score of the film? If you have, is it similar to any of Bays preveous movies?

2. So you won't do the sequel becouse of lack of time. Is that true?

3. In your opinion: Who would you consider to write the sequel if you'd have any word in it.

If you don't understand the last question it's ok. As you can see I'm really bad at english grammar.

[i have no arms]

Originally Posted by Bootleg Megatron

you know, considering STARSCREAM wasn't done right, i don't see any problems with Soundwave being done "wrong"

Yes but they got him more right than they ever could have gotten soundwave. He's still a jet, no mass shifting involved. Would you really want frenzy to be soundwave?

[Roberto Orci]

Originally Posted by TKC

Mr. Orci.

I haven't asked too much questions in the past, and I won't ask many in the future, I just want to ask these:

1. Have you heard the music score of the film? If you have, is it similar to any of Bays preveous movies?

2. So you won't do the sequel becouse of lack of time. Is that true?

3. In your opinion: Who would you consider to write the sequel if you'd have any word in it.

If you don't understand the last question it's ok. As you can see I'm really bad at english grammar.

1. Yes. Similar? Yes. But also more melodic than usual.

2. Pretty much.

3. We've suggested a few people. We'll see who wins.

Your english is fine.

[Carrion]

Originally Posted by Bootleg Megatron

you know, considering STARSCREAM wasn't done right, i don't see any problems with Soundwave being done "wrong"

Starscream is the self-centered high-flying second in command of the Decepticons who'd sooner run Megatron through with a telephone pole than salute him. Seems spot on to me.

Oh wait, you want Bishie-scream.

[Bootleg Megatron]

he's also skinny, red/blue/silver, smirks all the time, and always has the same head!

starscream is no sasquatch! i dont want him to act girly like G1, i was after Armada style. the definitive and perfect starscream! i have said this many many times now. a fatass with an even uglier head acting like Starscream will not be starscream, he will be eric cartman!

[Spanbauer]

Originally Posted by Bootleg Megatron

he's also skinny, red/blue/silver, smirks all the time, and always has the same head!

Sometimes Oprah packs on some pounds, and is sad. Does that make her no longer Oprah?

There was never going to be a clown-colored jet that turned into a tall, slender Starscream in the live-action world. Just like Wolverine was never going to be a 5ft midget in yellow and blue spandex with a mardi gras mask.

But he sure as hell can act like him.

[Bootleg Megatron]

and wouldnt ya know it he still LOOKS like him too!

Starscream will NEVER come off as a smart cunning and backstabbing lieutenant if he's got a hideous fanged maw! give the man a mouth for god sake!

[TigerClaw]

Originally Posted by Roberto Orci

1. Yes. Similar? Yes. But also more melodic than usual.

The question is. Does it have the Transformers Theme in it?

[Heatwave]

Originally Posted by Bootleg Megatron

he's also skinny, red/blue/silver, smirks all the time, and always has the same head!

I've never seen any version of Starscream that smirks all the time.

[borntotransform]

Originally Posted by Roberto Orci

1. Don't know. Haven't listened to leaked stuff.
2. I think so, but you'll have to ask whoever does the sequel.
3. I imagine so. That would be my instinct as well, now that the characters are set up, you can get into them more.
4. No comment.
5. No.

Thank You Rob that was helpful, although the last one was a little upsetting but I understand it would be hard to put those two in there. I have a couple of more questions real quick.
1. Which Transformers, other then Bumblebee, if any, will not speak in the film? Or will they all get someone to do their voice?
2. I know someone has already asked but he hasn't gotten an answer yet, what is the story behind Brawl, was he with the Decepticons in the Ghosts of Yesterday book but incapacitated from a previous battle, or is he going to be a brand new Transformer that is made on Earth.
Thanks again for putting up with our questions, mainly the positive ones who only are asking because we don't know if we can wait another two months.

[frenzy_decepticons]

1. if you could write the sequel - what transfomers would you consider using?

[The Nuke]

Originally Posted by Roberto Orci

1. Don't know. Haven't listened to leaked stuff.
2. I think so, but you'll have to ask whoever does the sequel.
3. I imagine so. That would be my instinct as well, now that the characters are set up, you can get into them more.
4. No comment.
5. No.

Wow actual truthful, hard answeres. I love it. Your on the right path Orci.

To be exspected on Grimlock and Devastator. You people would be exiled by Master Yoda.

"Always with you it can not be done."

[The Nuke]

Originally Posted by Heatwave

To Roberto: Thanks for trying to keep Prime's faceplate on. You effort is appreciated by some of us. Either way, it ain't that big a deal.

The last thing we need are thirty-year-olds who still wear Optimus underoos dictating a feature film.

No, I'm 21 and I only have Jazz undies. So, ha,ha to you.

[Spanbauer]

Roberto, is there any amount of bribing we could utilize to make you and Alex drop Star Trek and pen the sequel to Transformers instead?

[Roberto Orci]

Originally Posted by Spanbauer

Roberto, is there any amount of bribing we could utilize to make you and Alex drop Star Trek and pen the sequel to Transformers instead?

HA!

See the movie first and then see if you still want us for the sequel!

[Spanbauer]

Originally Posted by Roberto Orci

HA!

See the movie first and then see if you still want us for the sequel!

lol, just wanted to know what our options are beforehand.

Don't call us, we'll call you

[Roberto Orci]

Originally Posted by Spanbauer

lol, just wanted to know what our options are beforehand.

Don't call us, we'll call you

LOL

[Frenzy]

Bob, fromwhat I can tell the script and tone of this movie is spot on IMO.

Is there any chance you'd return to write the sequel if the reviews were good enough?

[Macvile\/\/hore]

Dear Orko:

Is Frenzy mentioned by name in the movie?

I'm just sort've worried that people might think its Soundwave, and get really cheesed.

Not everyone goes to the messageboards like we do, you know

[Optimuschris]

Originally Posted by Macvile\/\/hore

Dear Orko:

Is Frenzy mentioned by name in the movie?

I'm just sort've worried that people might think its Soundwave, and get really cheesed.

Not everyone goes to the messageboards like we do, you know

related question: are all transformers mentioned by name, or just the 'heroes'?

[demonicon]

Originally Posted by Roberto Orci

HA!

See the movie first and then see if you still want us for the sequel!

I know I would feel better about you guys doing the sequel than new people since you are already familiar with the characters

[Conceptron]

Hey Roberto,

How's it all going?


Just wondering if it's possible if you could get Megan Fox on the forums sometime for a little q & a, that would be great!

[baweepgranaweepninnybon]

Originally Posted by Conceptron

Hey Roberto,

How's it all going?


Just wondering if it's possible if you could get Megan Fox on the forums sometime for a little q & a, that would be great!

Am I wrong in thinking this is a set up to punish her for the sins of the industry?

[Fightingest Jester]

Are you willing to tell us how much of the Decepticons actions are coordinated?

[Roberto Orci]

Originally Posted by borntotransform

Thank You Rob that was helpful, although the last one was a little upsetting but I understand it would be hard to put those two in there. I have a couple of more questions real quick.
1. Which Transformers, other then Bumblebee, if any, will not speak in the film? Or will they all get someone to do their voice?
2. I know someone has already asked but he hasn't gotten an answer yet, what is the story behind Brawl, was he with the Decepticons in the Ghosts of Yesterday book but incapacitated from a previous battle, or is he going to be a brand new Transformer that is made on Earth.
Thanks again for putting up with our questions, mainly the positive ones who only are asking because we don't know if we can wait another two months.

1. They all talk.

2. None of our TFs are made on earth.

[King of Kings]

Hey Boberto.

Is Brawl still in the movie.

[Roberto Orci]

Originally Posted by Frenzy

Bob, fromwhat I can tell the script and tone of this movie is spot on IMO.

Is there any chance you'd return to write the sequel if the reviews were good enough?

We don't base any of our decisions on reviews.

We'd love to do the sequel, but we got lucky getting Star Trek going so fast, and since we're also Executive Producing, we have too many responsibilities to split our focus.

[Roberto Orci]

Originally Posted by Macvile\/\/hore

Dear Orko:

Is Frenzy mentioned by name in the movie?

I'm just sort've worried that people might think its Soundwave, and get really cheesed.

Not everyone goes to the messageboards like we do, you know

I think so. Haven't seen the final, final cut yet.

[Roberto Orci]

Originally Posted by Conceptron

Hey Roberto,

How's it all going?


Just wondering if it's possible if you could get Megan Fox on the forums sometime for a little q & a, that would be great!

If I run into her I'll ask.

[Fightingest Jester]

Please answer my question.

[Roberto Orci]

Originally Posted by Fightingest Jester

Are you willing to tell us how much of the Decepticons actions are coordinated?

They are not acting independently. They are coordinating their actions.

[Roberto Orci]

Originally Posted by King of Kings

Hey Boberto.

Is Brawl still in the movie.

yes

[Fightingest Jester]

Originally Posted by Roberto Orci

They are not acting independently. They are coordinating their actions.

Thank you VERY much.