Transformers - More than meets the eye

I wonder how many of you still remember this screen? This is actually the starting screen of the TV series (cartoon) Transformers, which starter airing in 1984. The tagline "More than meets the eye" best describes the robots' ability to shapechange themselves into everyday objects, such as cars, planes, etc. There is a whole line of Hasbro toys linked to this animated series. Not to mention lots of fond memories, spent in front of the TV screen watching the Autobots fight the Decepticons.

Right now, a movie has been made about the Transformers, though I have yet to catch it. While an animated movie was done in the past, only with the recent advances in technology is it possible to created a movie where cars and planes can transform into robots and back. The advances in computer graphics and animation has come a long way since the days of Tron.

"Autobots, transform and roll out!" We all remember Optimus Prime, leader of the Autobots, giving this order. Or the muffled, electronic voice of the Decepticon Soundwave. Well, it seems that we get to relive our childhood again, with the new film. And the animated series (seasons 1 to 4) have actually been released on DVD. Yes, I am going to the local video shop later to see if I can find myself a set.