Transformers Onehas been reimagined in ’80s VHS art with a nostalgic style reminiscent of G1, showing off a different interpretation of the prequel. Out of all themovies in theTransformersfranchise,Transformers Oneis the first animated feature to be theatrically released since 1986’sThe Transformers: The Movie. The film is reminiscent of the first generation on Autobots and Decepticons, taking place entirely on Cybertron and delving into how Optimus Prime (Chris Hemsworth) and Megatron (Brian Tyree Henry) became enemies. It was also a critical success, partially for referring back to older generations of the series.
Now,Matt Fergusonhas releaseda poster reinterpretingTransformers Oneas an ’80s VHS release, showcasing art for a nostalgic interpretation reminiscent of G1. The poster sports the tagline, “Built like brothers. Forged into enemies.” It shows Optimus Prime sporting a design that mixes classic with new, while below him, the small figures of Prime, Megatron, Bumblebee (Keegan-Michael Key) and Elita (Scarlett Johansson) can be seen near a blue portal. The landscape of Cybertron’s surface is also shown, with the bottom reads “Full length animated feature on video cassette.” Check out the poster below:
What Transformers One’s Nostalgic Poster Says About The Prequel Film
It Could Have Easily Fit Into the Franchise’s 1980s Lineup
If the prequel movie had come out in the 1980s instead of 2024, it would have easily fit into G1’s lineup, especially given the heavy, direct focus on Cybertron in both iterations. Given howTransformers One’s endingsets the stage for Autobot and Decepticon conflict, the film easily could have been reworked into a story that leads into the original TV series. This makes its VHS poster all the more appropriate, as Ferguson’s interpretation could have easily been a reality had a prequel film been made back when G1 was airing.
Transformers One Finally Breaks A Movie Tradition For The First Time In 38 Years
Transformers One offers a new origin story for the titular robots that goes in many new directions, with one breaking a 38-year-long tradition.
However, if the movie had come out that long ago, there would have been many differences contrasted to the final product that does exist. A stark change would beTransformers One’s cast, which would no doubt include original voice actors Peter Cullen and Frank Welker as Optimus Prime and Megatron respectively.It also would have tied more heavily into the story of the original TV show, potentially showcasing humans like Sparkplug (Christopher Collins) or Spike Witwicky (Corey Burton). The animation would also likely be 2D, coinciding with the rest of the franchise at that time period.
Our Take On Transfomers One’s VHS Poster
It’s A Fitting Reimagining
AlthoughTransformers Oneacts as a general prequel for the franchise as a whole, an interpretation that aligns more with the ’80s series is a fitting reimagining. The movie lends itself to many elements of the original because of its story and presentation, emphasizing its origins in a way befitting G1. This makes the animated feature the perfect love letter to the franchise’s beginnings, while also emphasizing its own take on the series to make it stand out from other installments.
Transformers Oneis currently available to rent and buy digitally.
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Transformers One is an animated action-adventure movie that marks the first animated feature-length film for the series in decades. The film will be a prequel to the franchise, and will tell the story of Optimus Prime and Megatron in their early years, how they met, and a closer look at the war on their home planet, Cybertron.
