Michael Bay speaks out about Paramount!! - Blu-ray Forum

Banjo · 08-21-2007, 08:19 AM

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I want people to see my movies in the best formats possible. For them to deny people who have Blu-ray sucks! They were progressive by having two formats. No Transformers 2 for me!

Bay

http://www.shootfortheedit.com/forum...pic.php?t=2299

Banjo · 08-21-2007, 08:23 AM

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Originally Posted by Animusmors

LOL i just posted this too!!!

https://forum.blu-ray.com/showthread...084#post173084

someone merge these two threads or delete one

At least I beat you by a minute.

Banjo · 08-21-2007, 08:27 AM

Even though Michael Bay may not be able to pull any strings with Paramount. This is a good start by having at least one big-time filmmaker speaking out against Paramount's decision.

The more, the better.

j_rocca42 · 08-21-2007, 08:28 AM

That's awesome!

degas · 08-21-2007, 08:29 AM

I just re-evaluated Michael Bay...He's now the KING!

Pilam69 · 08-21-2007, 08:30 AM

I hope this is a sign of things to come. Nicely done Mr. Bay.

VenomXR8 · 08-21-2007, 08:36 AM

good on you mr bey, this has inspired me to buy one of your movies on blu ray. im getting pearl harbour. In fact lets all show our support to michael bey by having a "buy a bey day" where we all go out and buy a michael bey movie on blu ray

4K display · 08-21-2007, 08:39 AM

Another big name director blindsided by the HD DVD team.

Wonder if he'll participate in the HD DVD release?

samcan07 · 08-21-2007, 09:10 AM

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Originally Posted by degas

I just re-evaluated Michael Bay...He's now the KING!

Now Now, let's not overstate that !!!
But he rocks!!!

krinkle · 08-21-2007, 09:36 AM

Guys it is so important to get the word out about Michael Bay's reaction to the Paramount betrayal.

This needs to be submitted to all major news outlets.

A good starter title is:

Michael Bay says no to Transformers 2 based on anti-consumer actions by Paramount.

Canada · 08-22-2007, 02:36 AM

Cheer up folks, Blu still has The Rock exclusivly. I would like to hear what Jerry Bruckhiemer thinks about this news. I also think Don Simpson (RIP) is rolling in his grave.

gamer4eva · 08-21-2007, 08:25 AM

i knew this guy was awesome

but still can't he do nething like spielberg and refuse to release his movies on hd-dead?????????????

aibo · 08-21-2007, 10:44 AM

"I want people to see my movies in the best formats possible. For them to deny people who have Blu-ray sucks! They were progressive by having two formats. No Transformers 2 for me!"

From www.michaelbay.com (Yes it's real)

Respect Mr Bay.

Irrob · 08-21-2007, 10:49 AM

This is undoubtedly fallout from the big announcement. They'll either have to stroke this guy well or take the loss on a sequel.

bhampton · 08-21-2007, 11:34 AM

Awesome,

That's the best way to point out Paramounts stupid error. I will not be buying HD DVD and I am about to begin a Blu Ray shopping spree.

I will buy TRANSFORMERS on blu ray as soon as Paramount fixes this mistake.

-Brian

jw · 08-21-2007, 11:36 AM

NEVER KNOW, THE DIRECTOR MIGHT HAVE SOME INFLUENCE OVER THE tf RELEASE , OR AT LEAST I HOPE SO

aibo · 08-21-2007, 11:42 AM

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Originally Posted by jwbbud

NEVER KNOW, THE DIRECTOR MIGHT HAVE SOME INFLUENCE OVER THE tf RELEASE , OR AT LEAST I HOPE SO

The movie was HIS project. He co-wrote, he directed, he co-produced, etc.

What would you say if you were to helm a project all the way from start-to-finish, release it and then watch as the studio that distributes it does with it whatever it wants simply because they have the rights to sell it?Think this will be the start for what will come from Hollywood.

WriteSimply · 08-21-2007, 11:45 AM

Remember to click on the link with the quote and not the main Bay site.

Bay's relationship with the producers, with the exception of Spielberg, was already tumultuos. Paramount's 180 is just icing on the cake.

Can other directors do it better? Probably. But consider what you saw on screen with the budget of only US$160 million. Transformers is the best Bay film ever.

fuad

Konrad · 08-21-2007, 12:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by aibo

"I want people to see my movies in the best formats possible. For them to deny people who have Blu-ray sucks! They were progressive by having two formats. No Transformers 2 for me!"

From www.michaelbay.com (Yes it's real)

Respect Mr Bay.

This is a statement that deserves respect! It seems however that, unlike Steven Spielberg with his movies, Michael Bay cannot prevent the release of the film in HD-DVD. But the bottom line of his statement is: Filmmakers should bear in mind the entire distribution capabilites and the quality of the releases a distributor can offer before they make their decision to work for certain studios. Paramount has demoted itself to a second rate studio.

09camaro · 08-21-2007, 01:42 PM

Glad to see some people starting to stand up for the superior format!
Woohoo Michael Bay!

08-21-2007, 08:30 AM	#6
Pilam69 Senior Member Member since:Apr 2007 Blu-ray collection:126	newfound respect I hope this is a sign of things to come. Nicely done Mr. Bay.

08-22-2007, 02:36 AM	#11
Canada Blu-ray Archduke Top contributor Member since:Mar 2007 Location:Victoria, BC Home Theater Gallery:17 4K collection:305 Blu-ray collection:1201 DVD collection:37 Blu-ray reviews:42	Cheer up folks, Blu still has The Rock exclusivly. I would like to hear what Jerry Bruckhiemer thinks about this news. I also think Don Simpson (RIP) is rolling in his grave. Last edited by Canada; 08-22-2007 at 02:44 AM.

08-21-2007, 10:44 AM	#13
aibo Active Member Member since:Feb 2007 4K collection:206 Blu-ray collection:2082 Blu-ray reviews:1	Michael Bay - "No Transformers 2 for me!" "I want people to see my movies in the best formats possible. For them to deny people who have Blu-ray sucks! They were progressive by having two formats. No Transformers 2 for me!" From www.michaelbay.com (Yes it's real) Respect Mr Bay.

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08-21-2007, 08:27 AM	#3
Banjo Blu-ray Guru Member since:Dec 2006 Location:Ontario, Canada Blu-ray collection:143	Even though Michael Bay may not be able to pull any strings with Paramount. This is a good start by having at least one big-time filmmaker speaking out against Paramount's decision. The more, the better.

08-21-2007, 08:28 AM	#4
j_rocca42 Expert Member Member since:Jun 2007 Location:Recording live from somewhere Blu-ray reviews:17 Trading Score:13	That's awesome!

08-21-2007, 08:29 AM	#5
degas Senior Member Member since:Jan 2007 iTunes collection:1317 Blu-ray reviews:3	I just re-evaluated Michael Bay...He's now the KING!

08-21-2007, 08:36 AM	#7
VenomXR8 Active Member Member since:May 2007 Location:Melbourne, Australia Blu-ray reviews:3	good on you mr bey, this has inspired me to buy one of your movies on blu ray. im getting pearl harbour. In fact lets all show our support to michael bey by having a "buy a bey day" where we all go out and buy a michael bey movie on blu ray

08-21-2007, 08:39 AM	#8
4K display Active Member Member since:Sep 2006 Location:Alberta Home Theater Gallery:1 Trading Score:1	Another big name director blindsided by the HD DVD team. Wonder if he'll participate in the HD DVD release?

08-21-2007, 09:36 AM	#10
krinkle Senior Member Member since:Apr 2007 Blu-ray collection:41 Trading Score:10	Guys it is so important to get the word out about Michael Bay's reaction to the Paramount betrayal. This needs to be submitted to all major news outlets. A good starter title is: Michael Bay says no to Transformers 2 based on anti-consumer actions by Paramount.

08-21-2007, 08:25 AM	#12
gamer4eva Special Member Member since:Apr 2007 Location:Sydney, Australia Blu-ray collection:64 Blu-ray reviews:18	i knew this guy was awesome but still can't he do nething like spielberg and refuse to release his movies on hd-dead?????????????

08-21-2007, 10:49 AM	#14
Irrob Blu-ray Guru Top ranked HT gallery Top contributor Member since:Aug 2007 Location:USA Home Theater Gallery:49 4K collection:61 Blu-ray collection:880 DVD collection:16 Blu-ray reviews: 4 Trading Score:91	This is undoubtedly fallout from the big announcement. They'll either have to stroke this guy well or take the loss on a sequel.

08-21-2007, 11:34 AM	#15
bhampton Blu-ray Count Member since:Aug 2007 4K collection:981 Blu-ray collection:2537 DVD collection:67 Blu-ray reviews: 6 Trading Score:18	Awesome, That's the best way to point out Paramounts stupid error. I will not be buying HD DVD and I am about to begin a Blu Ray shopping spree. I will buy TRANSFORMERS on blu ray as soon as Paramount fixes this mistake. -Brian

08-21-2007, 11:36 AM	#16
jw Blu-ray Archduke Top contributor Member since:Apr 2007 Location:USA Trading Score:519	NEVER KNOW, THE DIRECTOR MIGHT HAVE SOME INFLUENCE OVER THE tf RELEASE , OR AT LEAST I HOPE SO

08-21-2007, 11:45 AM	#18
WriteSimply Blu-ray Ninja Member since:Sep 2006 Location:Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia	Remember to click on the link with the quote and not the main Bay site. Bay's relationship with the producers, with the exception of Spielberg, was already tumultuos. Paramount's 180 is just icing on the cake. Can other directors do it better? Probably. But consider what you saw on screen with the budget of only US$160 million. Transformers is the best Bay film ever. fuad

08-21-2007, 01:42 PM	#20
09camaro Active Member Member since:Aug 2007 Location:Oneonta, Alabama Trading Score:1	Glad to see some people starting to stand up for the superior format! Woohoo Michael Bay!

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