You won't go "Ape" over the film. But a fun watch! Enjoy!

Rating: Null/10 (19 October 2011)

If you are a fan of the original "Planet of the Apes", this is a must see.
Now, trust me on this one...DO NOT get up the minute you see the credits roll, you will absolutely miss your connection to our beloved Ape series.
That being said, the movie was a fun watch. It is evenly paced, with small spikes of "wild" action and pretty nice special effects as it comes to the modeling of the apes.
"Rise of the Planet of the Apes" also hit small emotional spikes here and there, but it didn't quite peak as strongly as the director wanted it to I am sure.
The storyline was okay too, maybe not as deep or enriching as I would have liked it, but it works.
Lastly, as it comes out of the box the story could stand alone, but it will mean so much more if you know the ape story that began this whole series. For a "prequel" it did just fine, but it is worth repeating again: you won't feel the connection to the "Planet of the Apes" until just after the movie ends, when everyone stands up to leave during the credits. Hint, hint watch the credits.
Enjoy this sci-fi movie for what it is. If you don't go in with too high expectations I think you will have fun watching "Rise of the Planet of the Apes".
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