Introduction
Blue Eyes Planet of the Apes is a science-fiction movie that was released in 2014. It is the second movie in the rebooted Planet of the Apes franchise and is directed by Matt Reeves. The movie stars Andy Serkis, Jason Clarke, and Gary Oldman, among others.
Plot
The movie is set in a post-apocalyptic world where a virus has wiped out most of humanity. The remaining humans are struggling to survive while the apes have evolved and become more intelligent. Caesar, the leader of the apes, is trying to maintain peace between his tribe and the humans.
However, there is a group of humans led by Dreyfus who believe that the apes are a threat and should be eliminated. They launch an attack on the apes, which leads to a full-blown war between the two species.
During the war, Caesar's son, Blue Eyes, becomes disillusioned with his father's leadership and joins the human side. This creates a rift between Caesar and his son, which is eventually resolved towards the end of the movie.
Characters
The movie has several memorable characters, including:
- Caesar ??? the leader of the apes
- Malcolm ??? a human who tries to establish peace with the apes
- Dreyfus ??? a human who wants to eliminate the apes
- Blue Eyes ??? Caesar's son who joins the human side
- Koba ??? an ape who is against Caesar's leadership and wants to start a war with the humans
Cast
The movie has an impressive cast, including:
- Andy Serkis as Caesar
- Jason Clarke as Malcolm
- Gary Oldman as Dreyfus
- Keri Russell as Ellie
- Toby Kebbell as Koba
- Kodi Smit-McPhee as Alexander
Reception
The movie was a critical and commercial success, grossing over $700 million worldwide. It was praised for its stunning visuals, gripping story, and excellent performances.
Andy Serkis, in particular, received praise for his performance as Caesar. He used motion capture technology to bring the character to life, and his nuanced portrayal of the ape leader was widely acclaimed.
Sequel
The success of Blue Eyes Planet of the Apes led to a sequel, titled War for the Planet of the Apes, which was released in 2017. The movie continued the story of Caesar and his tribe and was once again directed by Matt Reeves.
Conclusion
Blue Eyes Planet of the Apes is a must-watch movie for fans of science-fiction and action. Its gripping story, stunning visuals, and excellent performances make it an unforgettable cinematic experience.