Review of Rise of the Planet of the Apes (2011) by Rosco — 27 Aug 2011
A tremendous reboot of the Planet of the Apes series. Compared to the most recent Ape films this is without question head and shoulders above anything of recent memory. The plot is simple and rather like Batman Begins in a way where it explores the origins of the Apes.
Everything you need to know going into the film is in the title. I have to admit I was actually thrilled by what this film had to offer, it's without doubt one of the biggest blockbusters of the year and genuinely lives up to being in that bracket alongisde HPP7, Transformers 3 etc,.
) It has the perfect balance throughout, the whole emotional aspect of the apes in particular that of their would be leader Caesar's journey is fascinating, and ofcourse James Franco's character as he seeks a cure for his father.
Andy Serkis is once again exceptional as Caesar but given his performances in Lord of the Rings (Gollum) and King Kong (as Kong). Overall this is a welcome return to form and would be well worthy of a sequel.
Its one of the surprise packages of the year and an entertaining blockbluster that lives up to the hype.
This review of Rise of the Planet of the Apes (2011) was written by Rosco on 27 Aug 2011.
Rise of the Planet of the Apes has generally received positive reviews.
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