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Transformers - Heroes - Rebirth (Vols. 1-3)

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This DVD contains the last of the USA Transformers shows, the 3 part 'The Rebirth'. The series ends on a high note, with the Autobots reclaiming Cybertron to it's golden age and many new characters being introduced. But come to think of it, you're most likely a Transformer fan and know that already. You know you want this (even if only for the sake that it's the final episodes). As for this DVD, the menu screen is a bit bland and there are no extras, but there is one thing to crow about. The episode previews and recaps are included with the 3 episodes! This way you see the shows as they originally aired. I enjoyed this so much as I figured they'd drop them since all three parts are shown back to back. Also each episode is broken into 6 chapters for easy access to your favorite scens within them. The only thing I miss are the intro and outros to commercials, but it probably would've been weird to include them when there are no commercials. Now before rushing off to buy this DVD, remember that Rhino is planning on releasing the entire first season of Transformers in a box set early next year. If it sells well (I'm sure it will), the other seasons will most likely follow. Can you wait for the final series box set to be released? Didn't think so. So pick up this 'Heroes' DVD and enjoy. You won't regret it.

I went to Best Buy, my neighborhood Mecca, and saw this in the DVD section and my jaw dropped 20 ft. "No way!!!" I have this taped from when I was in 5th grade back in '87, and yes, I still can quote 'em line by line. The Rebirth trilogy was my favorite episodes from the post-movie seasons. This DVD took me back to my childhood. I was in awe, just seeing the Transformers intro again. Man. But anyways...let's move on... =)

This was just a way cool story arc, albeit overly-saturated as Hasbro was bringing out the new line of Transformer toys and needed a vehicle to advertise all of them. Yes, soo many new characters were introduced and only had about one line each, but hey, you can't blame em. And Headmasters and Targetmasters? How does it all work? How come Arcee's head turns into Daniel's huge white exosuit? And since when did Spike get so dang smart to make all these technical modifications?! Hehe, just kiddin, enough nitpicking here for nitpicking's sake... =)

Now for the good part, tell Swoop good part. Well this 3 part story arc was a good way of ending the series' run in America, it does restore Cybertron to the Golden Age again. And Optimus Prime is back which rocks. The story was definitely more complex than the older episodes. I thought that the writers did a good job with what they had, to integrate all the new characters. The plasma energy was an interesting plot idea, teaching us more about the past of Cybertron, and Vector Sigma. There is a lot of action, which the scenes were well done. The music fit perfectly in all the scenes with a new soundtrack for this miniseries instead of the usual sets of tracks that the shows recycle over and over again. I could watch it over and over again. And Headmasters and Targetmasters? Pretty darn cool. Action. Yes. Very nice.

The DVD itself only includes the feature 3 episodes. But the audio and video quality is very good. I watched it on my big screen and sound system, and it rocked! A must buy for any Transformers fan!!!

By 1986, the Transformers were still very popular, but fans had grown tired of the show, especially since its 3rd season changed its tone very drastically. It was more of a "space bonanza" kind of show and it no longer featured our hero, Optimus Prime. After the show's producers responded to the demands of the fans wanting Optimus Prime back, they ended Season 3 with his much-welcomed resurrection. They geared up for a 4th season, but by now, the popularity had waned, and thus the series ended with one last three-parter that was initially intended to launch the would-be 4th season. "Rebirth" introduced many new Transformers into the mix, most of them being the Headmasters (robots that transformed from the robots' heads) and the Targetmasters (robots that transformed from weapons).

Our story is about a planet called Nebulos, in which the society is fighting back against their evil rulers, "The Hive." The Hive control all the machinery and basically do their dirtywork. Several autobots crash-land on the planet after being pursued by the decepticons. The autobots had the "key to the plasma energy chamber" which was what the Transformers were forged from (or maybe it was just the autobots?). Once the decepticons find them on the planet, both robotic factions take sides and engage in combat. Optimus Prime discovers this because of Alpha Trion (who merged with Vector Sigma, recall), who says that Vector Sigma allowed Galvatron to know of the key. New battles are fought, new Transformers are introduced, and the decepticons are shot halfway across the galaxy while Cybertron hits another Golden Age.

Plotwise, it's ok, but most of the episodes spend time introducing the new characters and this planet that they're on. It seems like it could've been a decent direction for the show had it lasted longer, but instead, everything seems crammed together. The "love" relationship between autobot Arcee and human Daniel is rather disturbing to say the least. After all, wasn't Arcee supposed to hook up with Hot Rod or Springer anyways? Speaking of which, Hot Rod was also disappointing in this episode. He has returned to the "young-in" that was portrayed in the movie, but seriously, after leading the autobots for almost a friggen year you think he could've matured a little. It's like the third season never happened.

Overall, while it's certainly not a terrible episode, I find myself wishing the Transformers series had ended on a better note. "The Return of the Optimus Prime" seemed like a near-perfect ending to me, with Prime gaining Galvatron's respect and all. Maybe I'm just thinking this way because it's the Transformers last hoorah and being a fan of this show, I never wanted it to end. A must for Transformers fans; others needn't bother.

I bought this and the Villains DVD at the same time... but they both have the same content!... I popped it in, and sure enough... it's got the same 3 episodes on it as the Villains DVD...

In this DVD you get the three episodes of Rebirth. They basically tell the tale of how Cybertron returns to its "Golden Age". Sure you could say they were advertisements, which they are in truth. But there is an exciting and some what intelligent story behind it. Everything that happens in the episodes happens for a reason (except Punch getting injured). Hot Rod and nine other Autobots get launched from Cybertron when an accident occurs, this leads them to Nebulos. Where the Nebulons have become enslaved by "The Hive". Eventually the Decepticons find out where the Autobots are and follow them. Thats where both sides become Targetmasters and Headmasters. Optimus Prime who is still on Cybertron ventures into Vector Sigma to find out what is going on, he gets his awnser. The rest is all told in the actual DVD.

As for the DVD itself, pretty good quality (I'm new to this stuff). No extras isn't that bad, the episodes themselves should hold you.

Its too bad this is the end of the U.S. Transformers. The entire time I watched the episodes I kept thinking that there should be more.

Watch for a great scene with Sixshot, were he takes out all of the Aerialbots on his own. Also the threats made by Galvatron towards the Hive members and Galvatron and Lord Zarek (leader of The Hive) at the end is quite funny (in my opinion).

Enjoy it, it is worth the money, whether your a hard-core Transformer fan or just someone reliving childhood memories.

I would love to be able to tell you how good a DVD "Rebirth" is. . .however, I *can't.* I received my copy of "Rebirth" today, eager to finally see the three-parter (I missed it as a kid)that closed out the animated series. The closest I got was the intro playing in the menu window. What I ended up getting was the "Villains:Ultimate Doom" disc, despite it being labeled as "Heroes:Rebirth" This may (or may not) explain why this title is mysteriously out of stock only scant days before coming out. I was more than a little disappointed, given Rhino's track record of doing really *good* jobs with their old 80s cartoons. Not recommended until the kinks are worked out for well and good. Skip the false hope and buy "Ultimate Doom."

I finally received my copy from my retailer and it was worth the long wait. I was about 10-12 yrs old when I last saw Transformers on TV. So for the memories itself Transformers Heroes on either VHS or DVD is priceless. The episodes are from the 3 part series finale and introduces the Headmasters, Targetmaster, the clones, etc. Don't confuse this with the Japanese Headmaster series they are 2 different storylines. If you are a true Transformers fan buy Heroes, Vilains, & the other episodes that Rhino released on VHS. You won't be disappointed

After Optimus Prime's heroic return (finally) in the final two-part episode "The Return of Optimus Prime," Marvel and Sunbow geared up for what was supposed to be the fourth season for our beloved cartoon show. Unfortunately, they ended up only producing a three-part episode "The Rebirth," which somewhat concludes the series in general. This brought in the Headmasters and the Targetmasters, in addition to Fortress Maximus, the new Autobot base, and Scorponok, the Decepticon base that transforms (duh!) into a scorpion. The storyline consists of several Autobots crashing on a far-away planet Nebulos while carrying the "key to the plasma energy chamber" (or something like that) and the Decepticons were in pursuit. They join two factions on the planet, the Nebulans themselves and the "Hive," an underground organization that rules the planet with an iron fist.

Actually, come to think of it, I'm glad they didn't extend the series to a longer seasonal run. By season 3, Transformers had gone as far as it could. While it delved further into the mythology of the Transformers, the charm (and more importantly, the CHARACTERS) the made the series so excellent to begin with are practically nonexistant with the exception of a key few characters. So, is this three parter excellent with the return of Optimus Prime? While Optimus does have a decent role in the final installment, it's still an episode that seems jampacked with new characters (obviously because of the new toys that were out). Hot Rod's back to his old self like the movie and while that it appropriate given Optimus's return, it feels so awkward and out of place. Also, I was disturbed by the Arcee/Daniel relationship in the movie... seriously, a little kid loving an Autobot?? How could that work? I won't go into that much because Amazon edits submitted reviews, but I'm just going to say that it's inappropriate and completely WRONG.

The subplot of Vector Sigma's "plan" (which causes Cybertron's second golden age) seemed very rushed as well. They didn't spend enough time like any true transfan would've wanted.

I would only get this DVD if you are a die hard Transformers fan. It's still an interesting rental, perhaps, to see how the mighty cartoon series came to an end. Otherwise, I recommend caution. Perhaps it'll come with season 3, even though it's supposed to be season 4 (and only 3 episodes in the season).

On this disk is the three part Rebirth saga which would have begun the transformers cartoons fourth season, but due to lessening fan demand it was cancelled ( see we only have ourselves to blame!)

The DVD is standard, that is there just there, no effort has been made to include extras and the episodes only look slightly better then an VHS copy from the 1980's ( I use to have one before bying a DVD)All the animation glitches are still noticeble.

Sadly the story is played a touch more light hartedly then the movie and most season 3 shows (probberly due to the inculsion of Optimus Prime) Bottom line - you want big coulrfull episodes, get this, if you want a cartoon with a harder edge buy the movie.

This is one of the Best Transformers episodes of the series! This particular episode takes place after the Return of Optimus Prime two-parter. It is also the entire version of Season 4 of The American Transformers cartoon series and the three part series finale. It introduces a great bunch of intresting characters such as the Autobot Headmasters Cerebros, Chromedome,Brainstorm, Hardhead,Highbrow, and Fortress Maximus. the Autobot Tagetmasters also make an apperance, Pointblank,Sureshot and Crosshairs. These Autobots crash land on an alien planet known as Nebulos. The Decepticons follow. There, the Autobots meet the Nebulans, the alien inhabitants and the slaves of the evil slavemasters known as the Hive. The Nebulans binary bound with the Autobots as their heads and weapons! The Decepticons do this as well with Hive members lead by Lord Zarek! This story sets a new beginning in the Transfomers saga as well as ends the show. Buy the video and the DVD! A must have for all children of the 1980s generation!