It all starts on an alien planet with the Maximals, alien robots with animal likenesses.
Unicron is a world-eating entity aiming to destroy their world while henchmen Scourge (Dinklage) does its bidding.
They have to flee their world to hide in hopes they are never found.
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Unfortunately, things just arent that easy.
Elena (Fishback) works as an art historian specializing in alien artifacts in the same museum.
The plot treads a well-worn path rather than pushing the boundaries of storytelling within the franchise.
Its almost as if they werent fully rendered before the films release.
A step back for a franchise known for at least providing the whole sensory experience.
This was a missed opportunity in a series that could benefit from more nuanced character work.
For all its faults, the movie does make a noteworthy stride in inclusivity.
The setting in Peru and weaving Peruvian indigeneity into Autobot lore offers a unique departure from previous films.
The writers use that to incorporate some social commentary into the narrative.
