Transformers to be seen on silver screen

Toymaker Hasbro’s popular Transformers action figures will be seen on the silver screen.

DreamWorks film company, co-founded by Steven Spielberg, will oversee the live-action movie, scheduled for release in summer 2006.

“Steven and everyone at DreamWorks are very excited about the prospect of expanding the world of Transformers into the live-action feature film arena.

“The possibilities for a thrilling action adventure are virtually endless, and a film holds the definite promise of expanding an already worldwide fan base to new audiences,” Adam Goodman, DreamWorks head of production, said in a statement yesterday.

Pawtucket-based Hasbro created Transformers in 1984.

Hasbro will act as consultants to the film. DreamWorks will distribute the movie in the United States and Paramount Pictures will market it internationally.