Went in with good expectations, came out being blown away with a great movie

Rating: 10/10 (9 August 2011)

This was a fantastic movie. If you have seen the original Planet of the Apes then you know that haven't made a good one since; until this one came out. This movie is emotional, powerful, and not a dull moment in it. From the first scene to the last it was a complete and flawless story. Bravo to the director, Rupert Wyatt, for not trying to go over the top or make this a ridiculous story with too much happening at once so that the audience could't follow. Without saying too much more of this brilliant picture, it probably in my eyes rivals Harry Potter as the best movie of the summer and probably the year so far. And that's saying a lot because I love Harry Potter. The last bit of applause that I must give is to the star-stunning performance of CGI specialist Andy Serkis, who is better known for his role as Gollum in the Lord of the Ring's trilogy. His facial expressions made Caesar, who was the main chimp in the movie. He is an underrated actor who should certainly get his due for this movie. Great all around and a must see.