The Vidiot Reviews...

Rating: 7/10 (12 December 2011)

The Rise of the Planet of the Apes
If Earth is going to be an ape planet someday, at least we can look forward to the eradication of head lice.
And while public grooming is still far-off, this sci-fi film does lay the groundwork for its mass acceptance.
Born of a lab chimp filled with an experimental brain enhancement drug, Caesar (Andy Serkis) is naturally gifted.
But when the hyper-intelligent orphan is scheduled for termination, the scientist (James Franco) who created the drug absconds with Caesar and rears him himself.
Eventually, Caesar attacks a neighbour and is sent to an ape refuge, where his torment at the hands of a guard drives him to lead a primate uprising through San Francisco.
A re-imagining of Conquest of the Planet of the Apes, Rise elevates the series to a new level via smart storytelling, sophisticated special effects and a seditious spirit.
Besides, rampaging apes smell much better than Occupy protesters. (Green Light)