Transformers: Rise of the Beasts (2023)
After the rapid decline of Michael Bay's 'Transformers', fans were hoping for so much more. Sure, there are a couple of Bay's that have some entertainment value (the first one is still the best by far), but to say it didn't end on a high note nor was made by people who knew even the slightest about the franchise would be underselling it. Imagine everyone's surprise when 'Bumblebee' turned out to be as good as it was. New director, new team and finally some people who understood what fans of the franchise wanted and needed. So hopes were high that they would continue along that path. Well, a little yes and a little no. See, this one can still be enjoyed by fans, but people without any affinity for the entire concept will probably think this is more of the same and not very special. Because this film is pretty bland most of the time, sad to say. After 'Bumblebee', we've skipped ahead to the 90s and through some once again rather convoluted...
