Rise of the Planet of the Apes [Archive]

Yoda

08-18-11, 11:52 AM

Great. Freakin'. Movie.

Rise of the Planet of the Apes

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...here, after decades of tales warning us about the overreach of technology and the likelihood that we will create machines that overthrow us, is a tale of the opposite: not a technological enemy, but a biological one. An insurrection not from aliens in the sky, or the machines around us, but from beneath. An inversion of the natural order....READ MORE

4.5

JayDee

08-18-11, 02:15 PM

Great review Yoda. :yup: And I so agree with you about the quality of it. In fact I've just given it the same rating in the review of it I've just posted

stevo3001

08-18-11, 02:58 PM

I loved it. There are a ton of flaws (Caesar was 8 when he led the riot, right? So he would still have been the equivalent of a kid or a young teen. And I wanted the humans' downfall to be triggered by something more stupid and destructive than a failed attempt to help the sick), but there's so much thought and ideas spilling out all over the place, so much soul and a character-based plot that builds up enough momentum to carry all before it.

I love great apes and read and watch as much as I can about them, to the extent that I even really liked Burton's Planet of the Apes because, unlike the originals, these guys behaved quite a lot like apes. There's tons here for someone like me (the signing Orang-Utan, the chimp clanging the can in the dominance display, etc, etc), and I accept that this movie couldn't have an easier target than me. But there's also tons here for action fans (it's a superbly-paced movie that climaxes in one of the best action scenes in years, in which several apes, especially the gorillas, get a chance to be totally awesome). It works as a sci-fi thought piece too.

I think I like it best, though, viewed from the Apes' Earth, back through the mists of times, as a dramatisation of the legend of Caesar. The force of the character, the fundamental rights and wrongs which shape him, the power of the acting/CGI- this is a terrific, mythic story about a legendary hero.

DexterRiley

08-18-11, 03:41 PM

the analogy of Star Trek and its recent reboot is bang on. I've wrestled with trying to explain it to folks who havent seen it, and so now i am giving notice that i intend to scoop that info and of course take full credit for the observation.

:D

Terriffic review Yoda, can't hardly wait for your Review of Inside Job.

ollanik

08-18-11, 06:21 PM

I am attempting to watch this movie tonight.

Sinny McGuffins

08-18-11, 06:32 PM

I've seen it twice now. Such an awesome film. It's even encouraged me to re-watch the original again, plus all it's sequels for the first time, cheesy as they may be.

I didn't realise the premise for Rise is loosely borrowed from Conquest of the Planet of the Apes, made for an interesting watch.

ollanik

08-18-11, 06:38 PM

I have watched only ,,Planet of the Apes 1968,, till tonight

Sinny McGuffins

08-18-11, 06:54 PM

I picked up on a few references to the original on first viewing. But after watching the original again, then seeing Rise for a second time, I must have picked up on about 6 or 7 more. Plenty of little nods for fans of the 1968 film.

http://images2.blu-ray.com/reviews/710_9_tn.jpg

It is not for nothing that the film's climatic battle takes place not only on a bridge, but in the fog. Or, more specifically, in a small break in the fog, obscuring for both species' not only what's in front of them, but the mistakes behind them that would have served as its only warning.Extra thumbs-up for this little nugget... :up: :up:

nebbit

08-18-11, 07:12 PM

Saw it 2 weeks ago and loved it :yup:

Tripod

08-18-11, 07:27 PM

It's cool to see where Tom Felton has landed himself after the HP series and so far it kicked off to a good start, especially with the RotPtA reviews. Great review! :D

DexterRiley

08-18-11, 08:02 PM

The felton role wore out its welcome. A bit of a copout really..i mean who can blame the simians from risen up against an abusive douchebag. I would have preferred to have gotten more Brian Cox.

TheUsualSuspect

08-19-11, 12:18 AM

You have finally gotten me to want to see this movie. Before it came out I had NO interest. Then it got good reviews and friends said it was great. I decided it could be good and now you've pushed me into the wanting to see it category.

Yoda

08-19-11, 12:43 AM

Sweet. :up:

wintertriangles

08-19-11, 12:44 AM

DexterRiley

08-19-11, 09:31 AM

Rise of the Planet of the Apes was an enjoyable flick in large part because expectations going in were low to non-existant.

LuDiNaToR

08-19-11, 04:38 PM

I Thought it was a fantastic movie, really enjoyable. Its made over 210 million already.

filmgirlinterrupted

08-19-11, 04:44 PM

One of the better movies of the summer. I enjoyed it :up:

LuDiNaToR

08-20-11, 09:01 AM

Rise of The Planet Of The Ape's
(Directed By: Rupert Wyatt)

http://wa1.www.3news.co.nz/Portals/0-Articles/218949/rise-planet-apes.jpg?width=300http://mrmoviefiend.files.wordpress.com/2011/08/planet-of-the-apes_full_6001.jpg?w=300&h=200

Well ime gonna start this review by saying this movie is awesome!. Rise the of the ape's is about Will Rodman (James Franco), Will is trying to develop a cure for Alzheimer's Disease, testing his cure on a group of chimpanzees it gives them a human level of intelligence. In the lab one of the chimps goes on a rampage and gets shot dead, later we hear she went on a rampage because she was pretecting her baby Caesar. All the the chimps are ordered to be put down in the lab after the inccident but Caesar is secretley taken home by Will, will later learns that Caesar has inherited his mothers intelligence and far beyond what anyone could of imagined. Not Wanting to give much more away about the story, but its Fantastic. read more (http://www.movieforums.com/community/showthread.php?t=26391)

I gave the film a 9/10, meant to be going to see it again tonight.

under0ath777

08-20-11, 09:55 AM

4/5
The best movie of the year, so far.:yup:

Tyler1

08-20-11, 11:47 AM

I think it's better than the 1968 Planet of the Apes. No offense.

The Prestige

08-20-11, 12:07 PM

Whoa, so I too should be giving this a chance? Was gonna avoid it like Sus at all costs.

Ronemara

08-20-11, 12:34 PM

I think it's better than the 1968 Planet of the Apes. No offense.

Oh gordy.. Yes. Maybe I will go see it.

DexterRiley

08-20-11, 02:14 PM

Whoa, so I too should be giving this a chance? Was gonna avoid it like Sus at all costs.

no.

go in with low expectations and be delighted. I think if i watched it for the 1st time now with all the praise foisted upon it, i'd be inevitably disapointed.

Saully

08-20-11, 05:09 PM

I saw it in the cinema today. I liked it. I'll do a review on it.

Powdered Water

08-20-11, 10:57 PM

Alright, alright, lets not get carried away here. This is not the best movie of the year. Good movie, sure. Very well made and easy to watch. I'm looking forward to another installment. Not sure if this is making enough cash to warrant another. But yeah, I'd definitely like to see another.

JakeScotts

08-20-11, 11:40 PM

the ending was ****ing terrible.
They better make a follow up , because god damn.

Yoda

08-21-11, 12:51 AM

What on earth was wrong with the ending?

Re: "best movie of the year." I dunno. Does it have a lot of competition so far?

planet news

08-21-11, 02:38 AM

Oh... I dunno... there was that little Tree of Life movie...

LuDiNaToR

08-21-11, 07:29 AM

the ending was ****ing terrible.
They better make a follow up , because god damn.

The ending was great. What exacley was you expecting to happen? and why didn't you enjoy it?.

DexterRiley

08-21-11, 11:05 AM

I hope it makes enough bank so that a proper version of "Battle for the Planet of the Apes" can be made.

Paul Giamatti would make a great Virgil.

Ronemara

08-29-11, 04:44 PM

Th-This movie.. You guys.. This movie.. You.. You guys!! This movie!! Ohmygosh. Sooo goooddd.

Tripod

08-29-11, 08:05 PM

I heard their was a scene with a gorilla riding a horse. I can only imagine how weird that would be.

Yoda

08-29-11, 08:09 PM

For the gorilla or the horse?

Ronemara

08-29-11, 08:10 PM

I heard their was a scene with a gorilla riding a horse. I can only imagine how weird that would be.

It's wasn't weird.. It was amazing.

honeykid

08-29-11, 09:39 PM

I heard their was a scene with a gorilla riding a horse. I can only imagine how weird that would be.
Really? See, I keep being told this is good, but the more I hear the less I want to see it and, from seeing the trailer, it's not a film that made me want to see it anyway.

Now, if it was an actual gorilla riding an actual horse, now we've got a film.

akatemple

08-29-11, 09:43 PM

I bet this would be weirder.

http://www.inquisitr.com/wp-content/bearracing.jpg

honeykid

08-29-11, 09:46 PM

Now, if you throw in a Russian girl on the phone to her mum, you'd have a timeless classic.

mark f

08-29-11, 10:26 PM

I heard their was a scene with a gorilla riding a horse. I can only imagine how weird that would be.

There are several "gorillas" with shotguns riding on horses in the original Planet of the Apes.

honeykid

08-29-11, 10:41 PM

And, as they're people in gorilla suits, rather than CGI, they probably look better. They're definately cooler.

TheUsualSuspect

09-01-11, 05:23 AM

I saw it, will write something about it a bit later.

Earl Gray

09-01-11, 07:28 PM

Going to see it next week and from what I above I could be in for a treat.

Kidd86

09-03-11, 04:06 AM

After a long wait very honest I was just found one of the most entertainer movie Rise of the Planet of the apes, its really a watchable movie and can influence by its award winning special effects.

ghotter

09-30-11, 06:57 AM

:DI also really enjoyed the Rise of the Planet of the Apes. The Graphics were excellent and the acting great. Just ignored any flaws.

vladereign

10-03-11, 09:45 AM

I wonder what happen next? they mate and then what? conquer earth? lol

Momloveyou

10-11-11, 04:16 AM

It's cool to see where Tom Felton has landed himself after the HP series and so far it kicked off to a good start, especially with the RotPtA reviews. Great review! :D

This moment where Tom Felton has landed himself after the HP series and so far it kicked off to a good start also leave me a great impression.

CJB-Boy

10-12-11, 07:41 PM

I've seen this 3 times now and am still not bored with it! It's got everything. Action, Suspense a fantastic plot and a very sexy leading lady! The monkeys are amazing I love how they gave them human characteristics but still kept them monkey like. I think that other than the visual effects and fantastic story line, this film has a deeper message routed in it. It looks at how we are claiming the earth as our own and giving total disregard to other creatures, that in habit it, feelings. One day we will be sorry for what we have done to this planet. Ok let's face it, monkeys aren't gonna take over the world any time soon (at least I hope not!:eek:) but we will eventually see repercussions (if we aren't already) for what we are doing! Sorry gone off topic a lil there! Wicked film 11/10! :) :D

CJB-Boy

10-12-11, 07:42 PM

Going to see it next week and from what I above I could be in for a treat.

You definitely are!!! :D

ollanik

10-18-11, 12:26 AM

Best movie of 2011 so far,imo.

Arequipa

12-15-11, 06:32 PM

This movie was two beers for me.
Verdict: Regardless, Rise of the Planet of the Apes is beyond impressive and one of the best films to have come out this year. The themes of playing god, institutionalism, and intellect are empowering and intriguing and although the focus is chimpanzees, the film’s reflection on society and human behavior is examined. However, don’t let anyone convince you this film is a take on racism, it’s not and I’d even argue that anyone who associates this film with racism is in fact a racist themselves. But I digress; although its ending feels forced and rushed, the majority of the film takes its time developing situations, reactions, and reason. Rise of the Planet of the Apes is the only film that I’ve seen where talks of a sequel would excite me and actually feel needed. Yeah, it’s that good.

UrnAsh

12-18-11, 07:41 PM

I loved it I think it's one of the best movies of 2011

Sedai

12-19-11, 11:25 PM

Watched this a night or two ago; I thought it was excellent. Wonderfully realized character in Caesar.

mastermetal777

12-20-11, 04:25 AM

Definitely one of the better movies I've seen all year. Caesar was one of the best characters I've ever seen in film (for being a chimp), and the production was excellent all around. Not too big a fan of James Franco's character, though it was well-acted and written in well enough to enjoy. Either way, it's a must see for all who enjoyed the original or have not even seen it.

earlsmoviepicks

12-20-11, 10:15 AM

Great review Yoda-- I enjoyed this movie and of course, all the nods to the original.

inspace

12-20-11, 05:07 PM

Good review, thanks.

voneil7

12-21-11, 03:47 PM

Great review Yoda! I was kind of mixed on seeing this one, but given your glowing review, I'll give it a shot. It better be good!! Just kidding.

robin01

12-26-11, 12:38 AM

whatsthepoint

01-01-12, 04:07 AM

It's defenetly an above average movie...

moveez

01-19-12, 10:45 PM

If there was no avenue for watching free movies online I honestly would not have went to watch this film. After I seen it for free online, I rushed out to watch this flick (my hips hate me for the junkfood I take in).

Rise of the Planet of the Apes was epic, and left me crying out for more!

I was pretty skeptical when I began to watch it, but the actors pulled it off and left you screaming within for Ceasar! The CGI's were simply amazing, I actually had to read up on CGI's after seeing the film.

I can hardly wait for part 2, 3, 4, 5 heck I wish they would make a TV series on it, I would be hooked!

n3wt

01-21-12, 10:56 AM

I thought this film was fantatsic! Loved it!! :yup:

DexterRiley

01-21-12, 11:09 AM

Watched this a night or two ago; I thought it was excellent. Wonderfully realized character in Caesar.

Yes this was the incredible aspect for me as well. The two scenes that stand out are the day in the woods when Ceasar on a leash encounters a family walking a dog, and the idea of what constitutes a pet is explored.

The second is when Ceasar enters the cell fully clothed and isnt exactly welcomed with open arms by his simian brotherhood.

Serkis deserves consideration for an oscar nom imo.