Lindsay Ellis discusses the Transformers film series through each critical lens.
Where to Watch The Whole Plate • Season 1
9 Episodes
Transformers and Film Studies
E1
Transformers and Film StudiesLindsay explores the basic tenets of film studies and film theory by using Michael Bay's Transformers movies.
Auteur Theory vs. Michael Bay
E2
Auteur Theory vs. Michael BayLindsay explores the question of whether Michael Bay fits the definition of a film auteur.
Why is it So Hard to Remember What Happens in Transformers?
E3
Why is it So Hard to Remember What Happens in Transformers?Lindsay covers when contrast and affinity do or don't work, for audiences to understand plot.
Genre
E4
GenreLindsay discusses how the Transformers series fits into genre.
The Lady Robot Problem: Feminist Theory Part 1
E5
The Lady Robot Problem: Feminist Theory Part 1Lindsay starts to discuss how feminist critical theory is a part of the Transformers property.
The Male Gaze vs. The Men: Feminist Theory Part 2
E6
The Male Gaze vs. The Men: Feminist Theory Part 2Lindsay discusses male gaze.
Framing Megan Fox: Feminist Theory Part 3
E7
Framing Megan Fox: Feminist Theory Part 3Lindsay concludes applying critical feminist theory to Michael Bay' Transformers movies.
Queering Michael Bay
E8
Queering Michael BayLindsay discusses the Transformers property through queer theory.
Marxism!
E9
Marxism!Lindsay discusses how Marxism relates to Michael Bay's Transformers movies.
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