A substance designed to help the brain repair itself gives advanced intelligence to a chimpanzee named Caesar, who leads an ape uprising. The plot centers around Caesar’s struggle with his identity and the impact of the experimental drug on apes and humans alike, ultimately leading to a dramatic confrontation and a fight for freedom on the Golden Gate Bridge.
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Length: 1h 45m
Genre: Action, Drama, Science Fiction, Thriller
This Title is: Intense and thought-provoking
Cast
James Franco, Freida Pinto, John Lithgow, Brian Cox, Tom Felton, Andy Serkis
Parental Guidance
Maturity Rating: PG-13 – Includes intense sequences of action and violence, and brief language
Trivia
- The film is a reboot of the Planet of the Apes series, and uses groundbreaking visual effects to portray intelligent apes.
- Andy Serkis’s performance as Caesar was widely praised and considered a landmark in the use of performance capture technology.
- The story’s virus subplot foreshadows the global pandemic depicted in the sequel, reflecting themes of inter-species relations and the consequences of scientific experimentation.
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The 2011 release of ‘Rise of the Planet of the Apes’ marks a pivotal turn in the storied franchise, rejuvenating its thematic depth with modern technology and storytelling. Its innovative use of performance capture technology, particularly through Andy Serkis’s portrayal of Caesar, offers a compelling narrative that is both thrilling and introspective. The film’s intense action sequences, combined with its profound themes of freedom and identity, make it a memorable experience that is both visually spectacular and emotionally resonant.
