[Movie] Rise of the Planet of the Apes (2011)

 

[Key Info]

• Director: Rupert Wyatt

• Cast: James Franco, Andy Serkis, Freida Pinto

• Genre: Sci-Fi / Action

• Parental rating: PG-13

• Country: USA

• Runtime: 105 minutes

• Streaming: Disney+, HBO Max, Amazon Prime Video

• Credit Scene: None

[Quick Summary]

In a bid to cure Alzheimer’s, scientists test a new drug on apes. One of them, Caesar, gains extraordinary intelligence. As his awareness grows, so does his desire for freedom—igniting a revolution that could change the world.

[One-Line Review]

"The origin story that redefined how we see both apes... and humans."

[Why You Should Watch It]

• Caesar’s emotional journey is unforgettable

• Stunning visual effects and motion capture (Andy Serkis is brilliant)

• Sets the stage for an epic trilogy