Rise of the Planet of the Apes Does Not Disappoint

Rating: Null/10 (11 August 2011)

Ever since I heard that there was going to be another Planet of the Apes movie in 2009 I was thrilled. I saw the original 1968 Planet of the Apes around the age of ten and fell in love with it. I went and saw this film and somewhat expected it to be like Tim Burton's film and leave me somewhat disappointed, but I was happily mistaken! As most people have stated already the true star of the film was Andy Serkis as Caesar the super intelligent ape. The Academy needs to change their rules and allow Serkis to get the credit he truly deserves! I was engrossed in the plot from the very beginning and didn't want the movie to end! I eagerly looked for connections and tributes to the original and was not disappointed! These homages to the 1968 version were not always blatant or obvious but provided enough for die-hard fans. If you enjoyed the original movie with Charlton Heston then you will fall in love with Rise of the Planet of the Apes!