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War for the Planet of the Apes

Name: War for the Planet of the Apes
Director: Matt Reeves
Genre: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, Drama, Thriller
Released: July 14, 2017
Duration: 140 min
Rating: 82

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Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation | Release Date: July 14, 2017

Starring: Amiah Miller, Andy Serkis, Karin Konoval, Michael Adamthwaite, Steve Zahn, Terry Notary, Ty Olsson, Woody Harrelson

Summary: Caesar and his apes are forced into a deadly conflict with an army of humans led by a ruthless Colonel (Woody Harrelson). After the apes suffer unimaginable losses, Caesar wrestles with his darker instincts and begins his own mythic quest to avenge his kind. As the journey finally brings them face to face, Caesar and the Colonel are pittedCaesar and his apes are forced into a deadly conflict with an army of humans led by a ruthless Colonel (Woody Harrelson). After the apes suffer unimaginable losses, Caesar wrestles with his darker instincts and begins his own mythic quest to avenge his kind. As the journey finally brings them face to face, Caesar and the Colonel are pitted against each other in an epic battle that will determine the fate of both their species and the future of the planet.… Expand

Director: Matt Reeves

Genre(s): Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, Drama, Thriller, War

Rating: PG-13

Runtime: 140 min

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	#33 Best Movie of 2017
	#21 Most Discussed Movie of 2017
	#20 Most Shared Movie of 2017

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Wall Street JournalJoe MorgensternJul 13, 2017

This improbably magnificent film and Michael Giacchino’s majestic score are a perfect match. Read full review

IGNScott ColluraJun 26, 2017

War for the Planet of the Apes is an excellent closing act to this rebooted trilogy, but also one that does enough world-building that the series can potentially continue from here – and it’s a rare case where, after three movies, we’re left wanting more. Read full review

Screen InternationalFionnuala HalliganJun 26, 2017

It’s engrossing every inch of the way, with casualties, infighting, character flaws, war mongering, and some delicious grandstanding from Harrelson. Read full review

IndiewireEric KohnJun 26, 2017

With War for the Planet of the Apes, technological wizardry and first-rate storytelling combine into a bracing action-adventure that concludes the best science fiction trilogy since the original trio of “Star Wars” movies. Read full review

EmpireJames DyerJun 26, 2017

The conflict here is one of morality, identity and the boundaries of humanity; all the guns and napalm, while present, are secondary to War’s purpose. Read full review

Philadelphia Daily NewsGary ThompsonJul 12, 2017

The contributions of the actors now blend more seamlessly with the animation to create digital characters, and the characters are being integrated more successfully and believably into the landscape — director Matt Reeves works on a big widescreen canvas of sweeping, picturesque exteriors. Read full review

VarietyPeter DebrugeJun 26, 2017

It’s fitting that the visual effects have advanced so dramatically since 2011, as it allows the series to suggest that its ape protagonists have evolved to an equivalent degree, and yet, “War’s” story is beneath their intelligence. Read full review

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SupaCoopJul 16, 2017

Movie of the year so far! I didn't think it was possible for each movie in the trilogy to be better than the last, but I was wrong. It was greatly written from the script to the plot. I actually cared about all of the main characters. This movie takes you on an emotional roller coaster with great action sequences to cap it off!

1 of 1 users found this helpful10

RyanlJul 16, 2017

WAR has enraged the relationship between the Apes and the Humans, but with Caesar not wanting a war, he struggles to control his anger of the humans. This is a very intense, dramatic and surprisingly emotionally drawing movie that gives fans the conclusion to the rebooted franchise a fantastic but emotional send off.

3 of 3 users found this helpful30

dangersJul 25, 2017

War for the Planet of the Apes is to me one of the year's best movies. It's the perfect conclusion to the Planet of the Apes reboot trilogy, which should be remembered as one of cinema's best trilogies. The action, the emotion, the visual effects and the Oscar-worthy performance from Andy Serkis are only a few reasons why everyone has to see this movie.

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Muskrat147Jul 19, 2017

There is no better way to end a trilogy than with a film like War for the Planet of the Apes. Nuanced director Matt Reeves has constructed a beautiful character arc that manages to juggle both drama and intense action perfectly. The power and emotion is there, of course, full volume, and Serkis is bound to win every award possible for his portrayal of Caesar. All other performances are brilliant as well, the music is incredible, the visualsThere is no better way to end a trilogy than with a film like War for the Planet of the Apes. Nuanced director Matt Reeves has constructed a beautiful character arc that manages to juggle both drama and intense action perfectly. The power and emotion is there, of course, full volume, and Serkis is bound to win every award possible for his portrayal of Caesar. All other performances are brilliant as well, the music is incredible, the visuals stunning, and the characters utterly heartbreaking. A wondrous end, yet one that still seems to make us want more.… Expand

1 of 2 users found this helpful11

moviemitch96Jul 15, 2017

An undoubtedly strong and epic conclusion to the current 'Apes' trilogy. The effects are as impressive and engaging as ever, the story is gripping and has plenty of heart and emotion, which many of us have come to expect from this trilogy, and the acting from both human and ape is stellar, with Andy Serkis delivering outstanding work as usual as Caesar. Woody Harrelson is also notable in his villainous turn. Overall, it's undoubtedly exciting, fullAn undoubtedly strong and epic conclusion to the current 'Apes' trilogy. The effects are as impressive and engaging as ever, the story is gripping and has plenty of heart and emotion, which many of us have come to expect from this trilogy, and the acting from both human and ape is stellar, with Andy Serkis delivering outstanding work as usual as Caesar. Woody Harrelson is also notable in his villainous turn. Overall, it's undoubtedly exciting, full of heart, and concludes things rather satisfyingly, but by the end, I still found myself preferring the middle chapter (Dawn) slightly more. Nonetheless, this film is right behind that one in my opinion and I couldn't have asked for a stronger or more satisfying conclusion to this solid and memorable trilogy!… Expand

1 of 1 users found this helpful10

levibroomandJul 28, 2017

Quite possibly the only movie in 2017 that has me confused with how i actually feel about it. This movie starts off with a bang and continues for about 40 minutes until we reach the second half of the movie and i have to admit it is an absolute slog to get through. Dont get me wrong the ending in my opinion makes up for the horribly boring scenes in the middle. Perhaps the best reason to watch this movie is the incomparable acting by Andy Serkis,Quite possibly the only movie in 2017 that has me confused with how i actually feel about it. This movie starts off with a bang and continues for about 40 minutes until we reach the second half of the movie and i have to admit it is an absolute slog to get through. Dont get me wrong the ending in my opinion makes up for the horribly boring scenes in the middle. Perhaps the best reason to watch this movie is the incomparable acting by Andy Serkis, who again rises above anything else in the movie and proves to be the most essential asset of this franchise. A sweet surprise is also the direction of Matt Reeves who truly takes us back to old fashioned film making with beautiful shots and amazing performances. Finally the score of this movie by Michael Giacchino is absolutely breathtaking and excels at every chance it gets to shine. Overall the start and ending help this movie to become a true experience.… Expand

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Raven25Jul 23, 2017

First half of movie is apes drudging through snow and feeling sad. When they finally meet the villain, it turns out he is an absolute caricature. Literally: deranged Christian fundamentalist vs proletariat apes, the movie. Protip: the fact you put a political message into a movie does not stop it from being terrible. Plot is one dimensional, characters have basically zero development. Themes seem slopped together from a Marxist handbook. Do notFirst half of movie is apes drudging through snow and feeling sad. When they finally meet the villain, it turns out he is an absolute caricature. Literally: deranged Christian fundamentalist vs proletariat apes, the movie. Protip: the fact you put a political message into a movie does not stop it from being terrible. Plot is one dimensional, characters have basically zero development. Themes seem slopped together from a Marxist handbook. Do not watch this rubbish.… Expand

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