7/10 [high recommended]Powrful film.
During experiments to find a cure for Alzheimer's disease, a genetically-enhanced chimpanzee uses its greater intelligence to lead other apes to freedom. (imdb)
I never liked the Planet of the Apes but found this one quite entertaining and realistic. The CGI and special effects overall is worth the viewing but there are moments where you notice that you're watching CGI.
The story is pretty basic. James Franco plays Rodman, a scientist who tries to find a cure for Alzheimer but even with his good intentions everything goes wrong.
James Franco again gives an amazing performance but his character's relationship with Freida Pinto's character is too blend. But I guess the thinness of the romance is to put the focus on Caesar, the Ape. This is the film time I have seen Tom Felton outside of Harry Potter. Felton's his role doesn't stray too far from Draco Malfoy as he plays Landon, a boy who is abusive and cruel to the apes that's in his care.
The power of this film comes from the fact that with all the experiements going on in the world, movies like Rise of the Apes may end up coming true...
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