War for the Planet of the Apes
Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation | Release Date: July 14, 2017
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TVJerryJul 18, 2017
You may recall that the last movie in this series was less an action film and more a political conflict. This one puts even more emphasis on the drama, almost to the exclusion of any big battles. Caesar fights back against a human army (ledYou may recall that the last movie in this series was less an action film and more a political conflict. This one puts even more emphasis on the drama, almost to the exclusion of any big battles. Caesar fights back against a human army (led by Woody Harrelson), but there's more heart-felt conversation and sneaking around than full out fighting. That being said, the animation of the apes is even more impressively effective in conveying emotions (led by another remarkable performance from Andy Serkis). While much of the interactions are compelling, almost every scene plays out too long. Once again, Michael Seresin's cinematography turns some stunning locations into beautiful images and the simian characterizations are enthralling. While Matt Reeves' distinctive directorial vision is engrossing and at times unique, it's more about emotion than action. (This much ape interaction means lots of subtitles to translate their hairy gestures.)… Expand
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TheQuietGamerNov 23, 2017
Deserves an award for Michael Giacchino's score alone. I love how the title plays with your expectations. This is Reeves' Ape series at it's most emotional and powerful. The performances and motion capture are still in top form. There's evenDeserves an award for Michael Giacchino's score alone. I love how the title plays with your expectations. This is Reeves' Ape series at it's most emotional and powerful. The performances and motion capture are still in top form. There's even Steve Zahn this time around to give Andy Serkis a run for his money in both categories. It's got the bombastic energy of an action film, the brutality of a serious war movie, and the heart and soul of a compelling human drama. This conclusion to the Reeves trilogy is excellent and hands down the best of the reboots. While the door is left open for more to potentially come from the series in the future, War is good enough to serve as the conclusion of the Apes films. It's satisfying and a whole heck of a lot deeper than what typically comes to theaters these days. It does a lot you wouldn't expect. The one sour note is that Woody Harrelson's villain feel a bit underused. Yet, he's still given a satisfying arc. This has been one heck of a ride.

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eagleeyevikingNov 19, 2017
While heavy handed in its execution, War for the Planet of the Apes is nevertheless a haunting, dramatic, and emotionally investing conclusion to the rebooted Apes trilogy.
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Voodoo123Nov 16, 2017
+Superb visual effects
+Good writing
+Great cast +Excellent soundtrack +Epic yet more subtle and dramatic than the title suggests -Pacing feels a little long in places Good film punctuated by some really cool moments, once again using+Superb visual effects
+Good writing
+Great cast
+Excellent soundtrack
+Epic yet more subtle and dramatic than the title suggests
-Pacing feels a little long in places


Good film punctuated by some really cool moments, once again using incredible visual effects to continue the emotional tale of our known entourage of apes. Really cool sci-fi film. I hope these guys make more!… Expand
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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 anQuite 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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jbates99Jul 24, 2017
War for the Planet of the Apes didn't capture me like the rest of the films in the trilogy, but it still manages to be a good film even if not on the same level of its predecessors. Unlike Rise or Dawn that tackled current topics in the worldWar for the Planet of the Apes didn't capture me like the rest of the films in the trilogy, but it still manages to be a good film even if not on the same level of its predecessors. Unlike Rise or Dawn that tackled current topics in the world like gun control, War makes symbolic references to the bible and slavery. These aren't subtle references either they're very obvious instead unlike Dawn's were with gun control. This movie also tries to add humor into a series of movies that never really touched humor to begin with. This in turn makes the jokes fall flat, and they rely on one ape that just turns out to be more annoying than funny. There's one thing for sure though, and that is the apes in this movie have never looked so good. The CGI in this film is worth the price of admission alone. Andy Serkis and Woody Harrelson do a fantastic job as the leads in this movie, and you can really feel the tension when these two leaders interact with each other on screen. In the end War for the Planet of the Apes acts as the "swan song" in Cesar's journey. Although it didn't reach the heights of its predecessors it is still a fitting conclusion to one of the best movie trilogies of the decade.… Expand
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RelaxedmikeAug 1, 2017
The movie was good. But I guess we are finally at the end of Mr. Ceasar's installments. Didn't quite like the Col. character killing himself though. He was portrayed as being way to tough to go out like that! 7 and a half to 8 stars. Jolly good show!
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akenaton1984Aug 18, 2017
Intenta poner en entredicho a la humanidad misma, lo que ese concepto representa; aunque no lo logra del todo. Usa el cambio de perspectivas como punto de apoyo: sólo podemos ver nuestra falta de humanismo a través de los ojos de una especieIntenta poner en entredicho a la humanidad misma, lo que ese concepto representa; aunque no lo logra del todo. Usa el cambio de perspectivas como punto de apoyo: sólo podemos ver nuestra falta de humanismo a través de los ojos de una especie distinta. No es una mala película, sucede que el titulo y el trailer son por demás engañosos. Quizás yo iba en busca de otra cosa (algo bélico tal vez) y por eso salí con cierto mal sabor. En realidad el filme está lleno de referencias bíblicas, sobre todo al éxodo y a la vida de Moisés, de quien César es un equivalente.… Expand
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RalfbergsMar 4, 2018
I think this has been one of the greatest trilogies in recent times - in my opinion the standard is still there, it still is interesting, you get comedy in there, drama and everything else, really good movie in my opinion. Maybe not theI think this has been one of the greatest trilogies in recent times - in my opinion the standard is still there, it still is interesting, you get comedy in there, drama and everything else, really good movie in my opinion. Maybe not the greatest movie there is, but definitely worth a watch.… Expand
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morteza_alaeyJun 19, 2018
the best ape movie ever made,and of course, the best movie of 2017 that's all you need to know.
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Dragonfly02Apr 28, 2018
This movie was an amazing end to the prequel trilogy. All of the prequel movies were fantastic and this was the perfect end to it all.
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hardcorekiddMay 23, 2018
Caesar (Andy Serkis) 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 ownCaesar (Andy Serkis) 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 of their species and the future of the planet. War for the Planet of the Apes combines breathtaking special effects and a powerful, poignant narrative to conclude this rebooted trilogy on a powerful -- and truly blockbuster -- note. I'll Give War For The Planet Of The Apes an A+. (10/10)… Expand
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TigsApr 3, 2018
The Best Movie Ever. Planet of the Apes Collection is so
Gooooood. I've watched it 3 times
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WorldofLuckyFeb 3, 2018
How do they make me get so many feels for CGI apes? How?

I won't go into a lot of details about the plot of the movie itself. I will say however that the trailers are misleading... as in a lot misleading. Don't get me wrong, there is action,How do they make me get so many feels for CGI apes? How?

I won't go into a lot of details about the plot of the movie itself. I will say however that the trailers are misleading... as in a lot misleading. Don't get me wrong, there is action, there is adventure, there is laughter and sadness. Yes that little girl is in the movie and she has an impactful role, but it isn't what the trailer implies.

Woody Harrelson does awesome as the cray cray commander of the humans. The fact that he emotes so well with a CGI character just means he is as good as I remember him.

The movie itself I doubt will win any Oscars except maybe for effects, and probably not that with so many Marvel/Star Wars movies this year. However, it is good enough that I didn't get dragged out of my suspension of belief. Also, this movie is a great way to wrap up the trilogy, and sets it up for future movies if they want.

Oh, and don't mind the tears, the husband is cutting onions.

The good: Almost everything is good, especially if you watch it as what it is, a Planet of the Apes movie. Acting, effects, story, etc. It is a great journey into the world of the Apes, and I definitely could come back to it.

The bad: Seriously though, attack choppers don't do strafing runs normally. They are quite capable of standing off in a distance and laying down death. Just saying that was my one annoyance (and probably one break from suspension of disbelief).… Expand
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Jdog4780Mar 19, 2018
I am so happy that I got to see this movie, it's a beautiful ending to one of the best reboot trilogy's, the CGI and acting was perfect as well!

I highly suggest you watch this movie I give it a 10/10
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Minh18121999Mar 19, 2018
This film is epic,flawless from start to finish,the writing,the editing,the cinematography,the sound design are all filmmaking perfection,Andy Serkis is f**king AWESOME.Matt Reeves,that is a filmmaker,the score by Michael Giacchino was one ofThis film is epic,flawless from start to finish,the writing,the editing,the cinematography,the sound design are all filmmaking perfection,Andy Serkis is f**king AWESOME.Matt Reeves,that is a filmmaker,the score by Michael Giacchino was one of the best scores of 2017,beside Wonder Woman.War For The Planet Of The Apes join the best third entry like Toy Story 3 and The Lord of The Rings:The Return of The Kings,this is very rare.Off course ,it gets 10/10… Expand
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blueeyesviewsMay 27, 2018
War for the Planet of the Apes was one of my favorite from the Planet of the Ape movies. The special effects were out of this world! The war scenes were so incredible. The powerful story line keeps you on the edge of your seat for the entireWar for the Planet of the Apes was one of my favorite from the Planet of the Ape movies. The special effects were out of this world! The war scenes were so incredible. The powerful story line keeps you on the edge of your seat for the entire movie. Along with that, I found myself siding with the apes, especially Caesar. You are drawn in from beginning to end. Be prepared to be emotional throughout the entire movie. A few funny scenes are throughout the movie to keep you involved. This is definitely a movie you could watch over and over.… Expand
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DMLYxCriticMay 8, 2020
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The third installment of the Planet of the Apes trilogy prequel, War for the Planet of the Apes, is the perfect way to end the trilogy. Sure, Dawn (the previous film) was hard to follow, but this film held on its own. The film now focuses more on the side of the Apes, with Caesar on his quest to avenge his son and wife. The cinematography was indeed amazing, however, there were too many plot holes. One of them was the Simian flu, which was mentioned but was not elaborated well, as the focus was more on the side of the Apes. Andy Serkis' performance was amazing. Woody Harrelson's character was underwritten and unexplored. Focusing on the Apes was not a strong move, and it made the film one-sided, unlike the previous films. But overall, this still is an enjoyable film, and a perfect way to close such an amazing trilogy.… Expand
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AWESOM-0Feb 18, 2020
This is really a 7.5 for me, I rounded up mainly because I loved the first 2 movies. The time jump and development in the apes culture from 1 to 2 was great but this one kind of picks up right from number 2. I think it would have been betterThis is really a 7.5 for me, I rounded up mainly because I loved the first 2 movies. The time jump and development in the apes culture from 1 to 2 was great but this one kind of picks up right from number 2. I think it would have been better with the laters formula.… Expand
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r96skFeb 20, 2022
'War for the Planet of the Apes' wraps up a great trilogy strongly.

I enjoyed this installment just as much as its two predecessors, all three films are just supremely entertaining and are very well put together. Caesar is a terrific'War for the Planet of the Apes' wraps up a great trilogy strongly.

I enjoyed this installment just as much as its two predecessors, all three films are just supremely entertaining and are very well put together. Caesar is a terrific character and continues to look fantastic in this; the special effects are top notch, even the way the apes are shown in shot is expertly done. The additions of Bad Ape and Nova are neat, too.

I'd personally rank it above 'Dawn' but below 'Rise', though there isn't much between them at all. Intrigued to see where they go with the proposed spin-off(s).… Expand
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akshatmahajanOct 16, 2020
War for the Planet of the Apes is a great movie. There are a lot of heavy, dramatic sequences and I would say this movie compromises entertainment for meaningful content. Everything serves the characters and story. This movie has death,War for the Planet of the Apes is a great movie. There are a lot of heavy, dramatic sequences and I would say this movie compromises entertainment for meaningful content. Everything serves the characters and story. This movie has death, suffering, plight, heroism and empathy. The effects are astonishing..

Apparently this movie requires an active viewer. A person actually has to show up, absorb the content of a film that will not pander to, "give me action" needs. It is surprising to me that the third film in this trilogy would improve so much on the previous two films.

The music both blends in and adds to the drama/action. Beautiful camera work in interesting locations, and several unique characters. This movie is full of great character building, and all the big moments really land where they should.

Overall, you should watch it for yourself and shouldn't believe in negative reviews. Those who gave negative reviews to this movie are those who wanted only fight/ action scenes and those who don't have knowledge of pure cinema.… Expand
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MrPajamasNov 1, 2020
The war for the planet of the monkeys is the last part of the trilogy and it succeeded. Although it does not surpass the first part, it surpasses the second. It has a good location and the story is better. The action as in the previous partsThe war for the planet of the monkeys is the last part of the trilogy and it succeeded. Although it does not surpass the first part, it surpasses the second. It has a good location and the story is better. The action as in the previous parts is excellent and the effects are wonderful. If you liked the previous episodes, I don't see a reason not to look at the third one, which in turn goes to safety and is a successful action. is the last part of the trilogy and it succeeded. Although it does not surpass the first part, it surpasses the second. It has a good location and the story is better. The action as in the previous parts is excellent and the effects are wonderful. If you liked the previous episodes, I don't see a reason not to look at the third one, which in turn goes to safety and is a successful action.… Expand
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FloroOct 17, 2021
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It has an unpredictable plot that keeps you engaged and an excellent soundtrack that induces a lot of emotion. The characters were well written and the movie is a great conclusion to Caesar's arc.… Expand
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Banjo_ReviewieDec 4, 2021
Just an amazing movie and tied with rise for me.

Its just so good man, the scenes in the concentration camp are the highlight.
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oneofjwNov 24, 2022
Its **** heart breaking. Its really good showing the other side of humans and its terrifying.
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ALAMLEDPJan 19, 2023
"War for the Planet of the Apes" is the third installment in the rebooted franchise, set two years after the events of "Dawn of the Planet of the Apes." Caesar (Andy Serkis) and the simian community are hiding in the San Francisco woods as"War for the Planet of the Apes" is the third installment in the rebooted franchise, set two years after the events of "Dawn of the Planet of the Apes." Caesar (Andy Serkis) and the simian community are hiding in the San Francisco woods as the humans close in on them. After an attempt at peace fails, Caesar embarks on a personal mission of vengeance against the human leader, The Colonel (Woody Harrelson), leaving his community behind and accompanied by his closest allies. The film, directed by Matt Reeves and written by Mark Bomback, takes a more introspective approach, focusing on Caesar's internal struggles and sidestepping the pitfalls of previous trilogy closers by not relying on action and spectacle. The stunning imagery, mind-blowing CGI/motion capture, and a powerful score by Michael Giacchino, all contribute to making the film an astounding visual and auditory experience. Andy Serkis delivers a standout performance, and Woody Harrelson is also noteworthy as the Colonel. While the pacing of the film may drag in the second half, and some characters may take time to warm up to, "War for the Planet of the Apes" is a thought-provoking and emotionally-charged film that brings the trilogy to a satisfying conclusion.
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"War for the Planet of the Apes" es la tercera entrega de la franquicia reiniciada, ambientada dos años después de los eventos de "Dawn of the Planet of the Apes". Caesar (Andy Serkis) y la comunidad de simios se esconden en los bosques de San Francisco mientras los humanos se acercan a ellos. Después de que fracasa un intento de paz, Caesar se embarca en una misión personal de venganza contra el líder humano, The Colonel (Woody Harrelson), dejando atrás a su comunidad y acompañado por sus aliados más cercanos. La película, dirigida por Matt Reeves y escrita por Mark Bomback, adopta un enfoque más introspectivo, centrándose en las luchas internas de Caesar y esquivando las trampas de los cierres de trilogía anteriores al no depender de la acción y el espectáculo. Las impresionantes imágenes, la captura de movimiento/CGI alucinante y la poderosa partitura de Michael Giacchino contribuyen a hacer de la película una experiencia visual y auditiva asombrosa. Andy Serkis ofrece una actuación destacada, y Woody Harrelson también se destaca como el Coronel. Si bien el ritmo de la película puede prolongarse en la segunda mitad, y algunos personajes pueden tardar en acostumbrarse, "La guerra del planeta de los simios" es una película estimulante y cargada de emociones que lleva la trilogía a un nivel satisfactorio. conclusión.… Expand
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