About Rise of the Planet of the Apes
- Released on August 03, 2011
Rise of the Planet of the Apes is a thought-provoking and thrilling science fiction film that explores the consequences of playing with nature and the potential for primates to rise up against their human oppressors. The movie follows the story of a highly intelligent chimpanzee named Caesar, who is born and raised in a peaceful suburban environment by his owner and caretaker, Will Rodman, played by James Franco.
Throughout the film, we see Caesar's intelligence and emotional growth as he learns to communicate with humans and other apes using sign language and other forms of non-verbal communication. However, when Caesar is taken away from his home and subjected to the cruel conditions of a primate facility, he begins to realize the stark contrast between his previous life and his current situation. As he witnesses the mistreatment and abuse of his fellow apes, Caesar's anger and desire for justice grow, ultimately leading him to organize a daring rebellion against the humans who have wronged him and his kin.
Andy Serkis delivers a standout performance as Caesar, using motion capture technology to bring the character to life in a way that is both convincing and emotionally resonant. The special effects used to create the apes in the film are also noteworthy, seamlessly blending CGI with live-action footage to create a world that is both believable and immersive. Overall, Rise of the Planet of the Apes is a must-watch for fans of science fiction and those interested in exploring themes of animal rights and the consequences of human hubris.
Full Cast of Rise of the Planet of the Apes
Andy Serkis plays Caesar
James Franco plays Will Rodman
Freida Pinto plays Caroline Aranha
John Lithgow plays Charles Rodman
Brian Cox plays John Landon
Tom Felton plays Dodge Landon
Tyler Labine plays Robert Franklin
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Devyn Dalton plays Cornelia
Jay Caputo plays Alpha
David Hewlett plays Douglas Hunsiker
David Oyelowo plays Steven Jacobs
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Madison Bell plays Alice Hunsiker
Makena Joy plays Alice Hunsiker (Teen)
Kevin O'Grady plays Animal Control Officer #1
Sean Tyson plays Animal Control Officer #2
Kyle Riefsnyder plays CHP #1
Anthony McRae plays CHP #2
Jesse Reid plays Donnie Thompson
BJ Harrison plays Dottie
Leah Gibson plays Party Girl #1
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Trevor Carroll plays Handler @ Lab #2
Chelah Horsdal plays Irena - Charles' Nurse
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James Pizzinato plays Lab Tech
Ryan Jefferson Booth plays South Side Commander
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Elizabeth Weinstein plays Mom in Muir Woods
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Jack Kuris plays Boy in Muir Woods
Meredith Grantier plays New Aide
Javier Caballero Cano plays Newspaper Dad
Peter Bundic plays Newspaper Boy #1
Dylan Nouri plays Newspaper Boy #2
Derek Morrison plays Security Guard #1
Dean Redman plays Security Guard #2
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David Richmond-Peck plays Board Member #1
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Evans Johnson plays Board Member #3
Qayam Devji plays Todd's Buddy
Riel Hahn plays Zoo Guide
Michael Kopsa plays Jerk Driver
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Chris Shields plays SFPD #2
Sandy Robson plays SFPD #3
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Willy Miles plays Guy with Newspaper
Adrian Hein plays Sharp Shooter
Trevor Addie plays Ape (uncredited)
Jeffery Aro plays Ape (uncredited)
Trevor Jones plays Ape (uncredited)
Camille Atebe plays Playground Mom (uncredited)
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Sonja Bennett plays Mother on Sidewalk (uncredited)
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Scott Lang plays Ape (uncredited)
Matteo Mariotti plays Child in Car (uncredited)
Kis Yurij plays Worker (uncredited)
Frédéric North plays Camera Ship Pilot (uncredited)
Sean Connor Roche plays Teen Todd Hunsiker (uncredited)
Luc Roderique plays SWAT (uncredited)
Lauren Watson plays Scared Girl in Stairway (uncredited)
Timothy Webber plays Janitor / Stan Timko (uncredited)
Linda Watters plays Primate Lab Technician (uncredited)
Monica Mustelier plays Lab Tech #3 (uncredited)
Crew of Rise of the Planet of the Apes
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- Andy Serkis
- James Franco
- Freida Pinto
- John Lithgow
- Brian Cox
- Tom Felton
- Tyler Labine
- Karin Konoval
- Terry Notary
- Christopher Gordon
- Richard Ridings
- Devyn Dalton
- Jay Caputo
- David Hewlett
- David Oyelowo
- Jamie Harris
- Ty Olsson
- Joey Roche
- Madison Bell
- Makena Joy
- Kevin O'Grady
- Sean Tyson
- Kyle Riefsnyder
- Anthony McRae
- Jesse Reid
- BJ Harrison
- Leah Gibson
- Tracy Spiridakos
- Ivan Wanis-Ruiz
- Trevor Carroll
- Chelah Horsdal
- Mattie Hawkinson
- James Pizzinato
- Ryan Jefferson Booth
- Gordon Douglas Myren
- Elizabeth Weinstein
- Jeb Beach
- Jack Kuris
- Meredith Grantier
- Javier Caballero Cano
- Peter Bundic
- Dylan Nouri
- Derek Morrison
- Dean Redman
- Hector Johnson
- David Richmond-Peck
- Adrian Hough
- Evans Johnson
- Qayam Devji
- Riel Hahn
- Michael Kopsa
- Steve Lawlor
- Chris Shields
- Sandy Robson
- Mike Dopud
- Stacey Schmidt
- Willy Miles
- Adrian Hein
- Trevor Addie
- Jeffery Aro
- Trevor Jones
- Camille Atebe
- Rufus Dorsey
- Sonja Bennett
- Loyd Bateman
- Tom Franco
- Scott Lang
- Matteo Mariotti
- Kis Yurij
- Frédéric North
- Sean Connor Roche
- Luc Roderique
- Lauren Watson
- Timothy Webber
- Linda Watters
- Monica Mustelier