Rise of the Planet of the Apes

A gifted chimpanzee grows up in a suburban home after a researcher takes him in. When he is sent to a harsh primate facility, he faces cruelty and captivity, setting him on a path toward challenging the people who have mistreated him and changing the lives of those around him.

My take

You’ll enjoy this if you like thoughtful science-fiction stories with emotional stakes, a sympathetic central character, and bursts of action; Not for you if you dislike animal mistreatment or stories that build gradually.

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