'Transformers 5' News, Update: Michael Bay Spotted In UK; Will The Stonehenge Be Part f The Sequel?
Michael Bay, the director behind the massively successful science-fiction movie franchise series "Transformers" just announced that filming for the upcoming sequel, "Transformers 5," is now ready to commence.
Earlier this week, Bay went to his social media account to offer an update indicating that the crew is now starting the location scouting for the forthcoming title.
The Instagram post, which can be seen below, saw the 51-year-old taking a picture of himself with the Stonehenge in the back.
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The photo sparked a lot of speculations, with the fans wondering if the prehistoric monument located in Wiltshire, England, would be included in the film or is it just one of Bay's prospective location ideas.
In related news, Deadline said that principal photography for "Transformers 5" will once again take place in Detroit. The media outlet cited the Michigan Film & Digital Media Office stating that filming in Motor City will start this summer.
As further revealed, the producers were given with agreeable tax incentives to do the shooting in Detroit. The movie will be the fourth title to be made in the place.
Lee Rosenthal, the president of Physical Production at Paramount Pictures, shared to the media outlet their excitement to be back in the state.
Michigan has been so welcoming of Michael Bay and the Transformers movies over the years, and we are thrilled to be returning for this next incredible installment," he said.
Jenell Leonard, commissioner of the Michigan Film & Digital Media Office, meanwhile spoke of the boon a film like "Transformers" can bring to Detroit.
"Having one of the highest-profile film franchises created in Michigan is a major economic boost and a testament to the talent of the state's production community," the official said.
According to Scified.com, "Transformers 5" will begin filming on June 15. Casting is yet to be announced. It is slated to arrive in theaters June 23, 2017.
Stay tuned for more updates.
