Do Robots Dream of Inflatable Dolls---The Sociology of Transformers

Coby 2022-04-23 07:01:03

When discussing the film, ten of the fifteen titles on the homepage of the forum are captured by Transformers, when friends' msn is all about how good Transformers are, and the first sentence of a friend's meeting is often "Have you seen Transformers?" Have you??" At this time, even if you were bombarded with smoke by Michael Bay's brainless films in the past, even if you were afraid of his promiscuous hero movies, you still couldn't help but go to the cinema to experience this person who everyone said was close The perfect popcorn movie, just how far the most addictive entertainment of the summer will massage your visual nerves.

Before watching the movie I have to say~ I've been curious for a long time~~ why cars are turning into robots and robots are turning into cars, why can't they be robots and robots and cars are cars. If technology has advanced to the point where it is possible to create robots, and the robots have to be transformed into cars, planes, or submarines before they can run on the ground, fly in the sky, and swim in water, I don't believe it by any means. Camouflage may explain a small part, but many robots are obviously deformed for the sake of shapeshifting. Fake no camouflage is just an excuse. What they are really addicted to is the concept of shapeshifting.
After watching the movie, I guess that I may have found my own answer to the reason why humans are madly fascinated by deformation. People did not start to be fascinated by the concept of deformation from the shape-shifting robots in Japan. There are already richer than Transformers in nature. Miraculous evolution - the complete metamorphosis of insects, the concept of metamorphosis from caterpillars into butterflies has made many people yearn for it. Human beings may be fascinated by the complete metamorphosis of insects, and they put their desire to transform into it~~ Just like the killer who wants to change in the silent lambs represents himself with a pupa, the stage of the pupa is the stage of the insect. The critical period from juvenile to adult. At this time, his hormones changed a lot, and the whole body was almost reorganized. After the transformation, he was reborn with a completely different appearance. This is an incredible change that fascinates humans like magic, and humans naturally yearn for such a completely different change. The most impressive thing in literature is Edmund M. Dantès' change, Edmund. Dantès is his juvenile stage, and entering the closed prison to be transformed by the elders of Faria is his chrysalis stage, and becoming the rich, knowledgeable and combative Earl of Mount Chidu is his adult worm period. And the process of transformation is the most fragile and dangerous moment. Alexandre Dumas even used the body bag symbolizing the chrysalis to kill Edmond. Dantès was thrown into the sea in it, and if he could not break out of the cocoon, he would be dead. After the transformation and rebirth, the Earl of Mount Keduo used his knowledge and wealth to avenge the enemies who once framed him one by one. The most impressive part of Jidushan's grudge is that he was happy with the grudge, but the transformation in prison The process is the most critical stage in the book.
The same is true of Transformers. Cars, airplanes, etc. are in their infancy. Only after they are transformed can they become robots full of power and combat capabilities. Transformers teach little boys what they should be when they grow up, just like Barbie teaches little girls what they should be when they grow up. (The clothes are the transformation equipment of the Barbie dolls.)
This is why Transformers are particularly obsessed with depicting the process of transformation, and exaggerating the degree of transformation and the function after transformation - even the most unreasonable thing. The most important thing is to describe the magical state of the pupa~~~ This process of dismantling the structure of the whole body and reorganizing it. If the metamorphosis process of insects is condensed into a few seconds of images, I am afraid that no matter how magical the Transformers are, it will not be able to compare. This wonderful transformation.



Corresponding to the pupal state of insects, it is the adolescent period of human beings. At this time, their hormones are particularly strong, and they are gradually advancing from the juvenile state to maturity. This is also the period when they are the most vulnerable, the most interesting, and the most violent. The hero of the film, Sam, is at the age of 18 who is about to break out of the cocoon. However, Sam, who lacks muscles and heroic temperament, is not at all what a boy should be expected to look like when he grows up. His taste and style are also like their home. 's surname is both ancient and weird~~ Become the target of teasing and even bullying by classmates. Sam's transition from adolescence to adulthood is obviously not smooth at all, which can be seen from the relief of Sam's parents when they find Sam's female classmates locked in the room, and even smile. Not doing his "happy hour" alone XD). A lot of jokes are placed in the early part of the film to describe some of Sam's troubles in adolescence.
However, what stage does a boy have to go through to become a man? In the past, American society was divided by the clothing language of shorts and trousers, but in modern society, boys of the same age as Sam probably have the same illusion that they have Owning a car is a symbol of entering adulthood. That's what Sam's father said: that's what a boy's first car was supposed to look like (a tattered used car). Because that is not what I have exchanged for labor and dedication. Whether or not I can give and take responsibility is the key to truly becoming an adult. So although Bumblebee opened the door to love for Sam, Sam still needs to pass the test of maturity to truly win the heart of beauty, which is the key to the "no sacrifice, no victory" in the movie.
In the end, there may be some madmen, uh...I mean the eyes of the fans of Transformers XD~~~ I still have to say that although this film is indeed an entertainment blockbuster with full sound and light effects, it is a pity that I still have no way to enjoy it. Enjoy, perhaps because I am used to the rhythm of the previous movies, I quickly get tired of the chain climax bombing of Michael Bay similar to rock and heavy metal. In fact, I appreciate the rhythm of the first half of the movie. The youth of the hero and the fun of Transformers are combined. But I can't agree with the uninterrupted fatigue bombing in the second half.
I thought of a summer hit movie more than a decade ago in which a dinosaur archaeologist with a fear of children was invited to visit an island, unaware that he was visiting the most incredible zoo in history , as a result, he saw the millions of years old fossils he studied in his hands become living animals and experienced the most memorable and terrifying vacation of his life. This film makes a clever comparison between the parent-child relationship of dinosaurs and the parent-child relationship of humans. The adventure of the whole film is spread on the archaeologists' mental journey from rejecting children to accepting children. Yes, this film is Jurassic Park. . The success of Jurassic Park is not only due to the success of special effects, but also I think the rhythm of the story is handled properly, so that the audience can clearly see the key points of every link of the story, and can clearly depict the parent-child relationship between humans and dinosaurs. Interesting contrast between relationships. Although Transformers also provides a good simulation relationship, it is a pity that the transformation of the male protagonist Sam is completely hidden in the endless bombing and fast editing. I am thinking if the changes of the two (boy and Transformers) can reflect each other. Influence, don't pursue endlessly fast pace in terms of rhythm, so that the interest of the story can emerge, then I believe that Transformers will not only be a cool movie, but also an excellent movie.
But maybe I think too much. After all, this is Michael Bay. He is good at laughing. If he wants to talk about love, it may become Pearl Harbor. If he tries to touch people, it may become the end of the world. If he wants to be deeper, it may change again. Reborn as a Jedi seems like a worse option no matter what XD. It's better to be so cool and brainless, 100 points of joy, why ask for more!!

PS.
Of course, of course, all this may be Icarus thinking too much, Transformers really only told us one thing, that That is, the horse must have a car~~ Even if it is a broken car, and if this car happens to be able to transform into a robot, then you can get any horse!!


Wait, what the hell is all this with inflatable dolls Relationship??
Yes, there is no ghost relationship at all... You were tricked in by the title~~~Ya~~

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Transformers quotes

  • Judy Witwicky: Sam, we heard you talking to someone...

    Sam Witwicky: Mom, I...

    [Sam's parents fall silent and stare at Mikaela]

    Mikaela: Hi, I'm Mikaela. I'm a... I'm a friend of Sam's.

    [Judy starts giggling and chucks Sam on the shoulder]

    Judy Witwicky: Gosh, you're gorgeous!

    [turns to Ron]

    Judy Witwicky: Isn't that the prettiest girl?

    Sam Witwicky: She can hear you talking, Mom.

  • Judy Witwicky: [barging into Sam's bedroom, her husband in tow] Oh, for Pete's sakes! You are so defensive! Were you... masturbating?

    Ron Witwicky: Judy...

    Sam Witwicky: [frantic] Was I master... No, Mom!

    Ron Witwicky: Zip it, okay?

    Judy Witwicky: It's okay...

    Sam Witwicky: No, I don't masturbate!

    Ron Witwicky: That's not something for you to bring up.

    Judy Witwicky: Okay.

    Ron Witwicky: That's a father-and-son thing, okay?

    Sam Witwicky: Father-son thing...

    Judy Witwicky: I mean, you don't have to call it that word if that makes you uncomfortable... you can call it Sam's happy time or...

    Sam Witwicky: [amazed] Happy time?

    Judy Witwicky: ...my special alone time...

    Ron Witwicky: Judy, stop!

    Judy Witwicky: ...with myself.

    Sam Witwicky: Mom, you can't come in and...

    Judy Witwicky: I'm sorry. It's just been a weird night. I've had a little bit to drink.