Producer Reveals the Current State of the Planned ‘Transformers’ and ‘G.I. Joe’ Crossover Movie

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As a seasoned gamer with memories of my childhood filled with the transformative power of Transformers and G.I. Joe, I can hardly contain my excitement about the upcoming crossover film! The news that Lorenzo di Bonaventura has shared about the project is a beacon of hope for fans like me who have been eagerly waiting for this moment.

The Transformers franchise holds a prominent place among the most renowned robot or mecha franchises globally. Originating from action figures and an animated series with Japanese and American roots, it has grown into a widely recognized brand and one of the top 80s TV shows. Since its initial release, various reboots and remakes have been developed, including video games and a live-action film series that enjoyed success initially but experienced a dip in popularity at some point.

Currently, the series is delving into uncharted territories and has sparked great anticipation among viewers, as the forthcoming “Transformers: One” movie is set to release soon. Fans are particularly curious about what lies ahead, especially regarding the proposed collaboration film with the G.I. Joe franchise.

In a recent interview, ScreenRant spoke with producer Lorenzo di Bonaventura, who dished out some tantalizing tidbits about the forthcoming crossover film. Although the details aren’t perfect, they’re certainly promising enough for us to pass along the information to you.

Hey there! Just wanted to share some insights about a gaming world I’ve been diving into since the ’60s – the G.I. Joe universe. It’s owned by Hasbro, much like the Transformers, but here’s the twist: G.I. Joe came first, way back in 1964! Over the years, it has expanded beyond just action figures into comic books, animated series, live-action films, and of course, toys. And here’s something cool – unlike Transformers, which are co-produced with Takara Tomy, G.I. Joe is completely owned by Hasbro. So, if you’re a fan of action-packed adventures, this one’s definitely worth checking out!

Given that both Transformers and G.I. Joe are under Hasbro’s ownership, a collaboration or crossover between the two seems quite plausible these days. We’ve already heard from the Transformers team that they plan to integrate G.I. Joe in their universe, a notion hinted at in Transformers: Rise of the Beasts, the most recent film installment.

So, where do things stand with the movie? Producer Lorenzo di Bonaventura hinted that “the Joes will exist within the Transformers universe,” providing a glimpse, but he also shared additional insights into the film’s development and the status of the project: the Joes will indeed be present in the Transformers world.

In this upcoming live-action movie, we plan to incorporate elements from both G.I. Joe and Transformers universes. To clarify, when I say ‘crossover’, I mean that the characters from G.I. Joe will be part of the Transformers world. Making a movie is like walking a tightrope; it’s about finding the right blend of humor, seriousness, and suspense. In this film, we must decide how much of each element to include, where to draw the line between comedy and drama, and how to keep the villain hidden until the right moment. We are currently in the process of figuring out that balance.

Source: ScreenRant

While not ideal, this update brings positive vibes for those anticipating the crossover event. The team responsible has been tirelessly working on finding a solution and remains dedicated to making it a reality.

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2024-09-15 15:43