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Rise of the Planet of the Apes

Synopsis

The Escapist director Rupert Wyatt takes the helm for this Planet of the Apes prequel centering on genetically engineered chimp Caesar (Andy Serkis), who was created in a San Francisco lab by an ambitious scientist (James Franco), and who uses his powerful intellect to lead an ape uprising against all of humankind. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi

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4.0

Dave White Profile

Ape Shall Not Kill Franchise

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4.0

Grae Drake Profile

Wrong title, right movie.

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Other Critics

4.0

68 out of 100 Metascore®

Generally favorable reviews

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For Families

13

OK for kids 13+

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5

Best movie I've seen all Summer. Don't call it a remake. by LWatts
As a huge fan of the original Planet of the Apes franchise, I have been both eager and wary of this film. When I first saw the trailers, the wariness...

4

See it for the CGI by pauleyt
Standard, tired plot, but makes you feel for families dealing with Alzheimer's. But the real draw is the CGI. The apes are very convincing, complete with...

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