Dawn of the Planet of the Apes: Review

Almost 10 years later in the dystopian setting of San Fransisco, devoid of civilisation, do we reconcile with the familiar face of Andy Serkis as the almighty Caeser, who leads the apes in their quest for peace. 

The story begins filling in the gaps of the past. We learn of the malicious nature of the laboratory manufactured virus, more commonly dubbed "Simian Flu," and it's disastrous effect on the human population as it spreads across continents. From news reports that map out the quick destruction of humanity, our sights quickly move to Caeser's own Ape community. With old friends Maurice, Rocket and Koba, a new world has emerged as the group struggle to make peace with the remaining humans.

Koba, as seen in Rise, is a damaged and disobedient soul, who craves the dominance of Ape-kind and to see his human tortures suffer. Angry of Caeser's continuous love for humans, he plots against his leader; aiming to take out anyone who gets in his way.

Not only have the crew upped the quality in the CGI effects; relationships and human-like qualities among the Ape community have vastly increased in this sequel - with laughter, tears, and very real grief that struck a very real chord with the audience. We are left believing in the very real presence of a character development  in each Ape; new and old, good and bad. 

Dawn of the Planet of the Apes is an unmissable summer blockbuster that undoubtedly has another installment in the mix. An astounding sequel to the reboot of a classic series.