An incredible finale in 3-D!

Rating: Null/10 (20 July 2011)

While many did not like Michael Bay's Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (Bay, himself, included), I really enjoyed the film. But, for those who didn't, despite what critics had to say, you will love this dark and action-packed finale to this amazing trilogy! In the fashion of the previous two films, Dark of the Moon takes a turn at giving history a little rewrite. This time with the explanation of the big space race in 1969. It turns out that we actually ventured to the moon to explore an alien spacecraft that had crashed landed there, unaware that it belonged to the Autobots. Years later when Optimus Prime learns of its existence, he retrieves the precious cargo and returns it to Earth, in hopes to keep it safe and away from the Decepticons.
I saw this film twice in theaters and it is just everything you could hope for in the final better and more! Of course, in true Michael Bay style, there are a lot of explosions and much destruction, but also there is a solid storyline that features a brilliant and totally unexpected twist! This film definitely took a darker turn compared to the others, and I dare say that it is the best of them! It did feel a bit off having Megan Fox gone, but Rosie Huntington-Whiteley was able to come in and give her character life that aided into the masterfully crafted story. Along with the returning cast, a few other new editions were added, such as the wonderful John Malkovich and Frances McDormand! We also were introduced to some awesome new Transformers, which included my personal favorite, Shockwave, who was able to branch out into this mechanical snake-like creature.
It's sad to think that the end came so quickly, but it couldn't have ended more perfectly! It's just an exciting ride that is packed with action, explosions, laughs, twists and turns, and heart. Not to mention that while most films gain nothing extra from being in 3-D (except for $3 more from your wallet), this movie was what the 3-D technology was made for! It was just spectacular.. especially during the action sequences (which were aplenty)!