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Member Since: July 2009
Current Location: Kapolei, Hawaii
Hometown: Honolulu
Favorite Line From A Movie: "Fasten your seatbelts, its going to be a bumpy night"- Bette Davis from All About Eve
Favorite Scene From A Movie: Ending Scene of Dirty Harry: "I know what you're thinking punk: 'Did he fire six shots or only five?' To tell the truth, in all the excitement, I kind of lost track myself. But being this is a .44 Magnum, the most powerful handgun in the world, and would blow your head clean off, you've got to ask yourself one question: 'Do I feel lucky?' Well, do you, punk?" - Clint Eastwood End Scene of Pan's Labyrinth; Ofelia's death.
Favorite Movie: Pan's Labyrinth, Silence of the Lambs
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	Votes +29 +29 / -0 thumb up thumb down Rise of the Planet of the Apes (2011) Genre: Drama 70% Posted on 8/05/11 08:17 PM "Caesar is home." Twentieth Century Fox has been ready to make another "Planet of the Apes" movie for quite some time now; after running the franchise into the ground in the early seventies and then failing to reboot it with Tim Burton's disastrous 2001 remake. Luckily, they decided to take their time in order to get it right, and though it's taken nearly a decade to do so, "Rise of the Planet of the Apes" is an excellent addition to the legacy and one of Hollywood's better prequel films to date. But perhaps more important than that, the movie actually makes you excited about the prospect of future installments, and that's something that couldn't be said of any of the previous films, including the 1968 cult original. Set in present day, before apes have inherited the world, the film stars James Franco as Will Rodman, a genetic scientist on the brink of developing a new drug that could cure Alzheimer's; a disease that his father (John Lithgow) just so happens to suffer from. But when a successful trial of the drug on a promising test chimp results in an unexpected accident, the project is shut down and the lab's remaining chimpanzees ordered to be euthanized. One of the chimps has unknowingly left behind an infant, however, so Will takes it home and decides to raise it as his own. Before he knows it, baby Caesar (Andy Serkis) begins showing incredible signs of intelligence, leading Will to believe that he's inherited the benefits of the drug from his mother. But he's still a chimp at heart, and after Caesar attacks a human while trying to protect Will's father, the government locks him up in a primate shelter, only for Caesar to assume leadership over the other imprisoned apes and start a revolution. The plot overview may be revealing but it's not like anyone who's ever seen a "Planet of the Apes" movie didn't know where this was going. What's more surprising is how patient it is in getting there, and that's a credit to director Rupert Wyatt, who could have just as easily forgone a lot of the back story and jumped straight into the action. But while the film's big climax is definitely a high point, Caesar's journey from test chimp to Ape leader is far more interesting, especially when Serkis (who's no stranger to playing digital creatures, having previously portrayed Gollum and King Kong) injects so much feeling into the character. The quote I provided is the only real line spoken by Serkis as the leader of the Apes, Caesar; his performance is so good that it's only going to bring-up the debate on whether motion capture should be treated equally to traditional acting. It's amazing what he is able to convey deprived of even saying words, and though Caesar is completely digital, he's the most recognizable character in the film. However, most of the human characters are pretty two-dimensional (especially Freida Pinto's love interest and Tom Felton's ape wrangler). Franco does an admirably job as Caesar's "father" but his performance is truly put in the back-seat. In the end, "Rise of the Planet of the Apes" is a success; exciting and poignant. The special effects, not surprisingly is a given, but who knew that there'd be so much heart to the story? The relationship between Will and Caesar provides the film with a strong emotional core. And that's what makes this an enjoyable experience. Story: B Acting: B- Direction: B Visuals: B+ Overall: B *** out of 4 stars 79 Comments \| Send This \| Comments: HERESSSSSSJOHNNY on 8/05/11 at 08:26 PM Excellent review. Iv'e never been a fan of this series, I may watch it someday but Im in no rush. 2 Replies \| Report Abuse Daniel Mumby on 8/08/11 at 09:04 AM Same here. 0 Replies \| Report Abuse Hawaiianguy2991 on 8/08/11 at 06:00 PM Thanks man, I understand. 0 Replies \| Report Abuse Irukandji on 8/05/11 at 08:38 PM Wonderful pictures. Great scenes. Superb review Hawaiian! 1 Replies \| Report Abuse Hawaiianguy2991 on 8/08/11 at 06:01 PM Appreciate it man. 0 Replies \| Report Abuse Quinn B. on 8/05/11 at 08:56 PM excellent review, I really like your new style. But at first I wasn't planning on seeing this, but it looks awesome, and I am sure I will go with some buddies 1 Replies \| Report Abuse Hawaiianguy2991 on 8/08/11 at 06:02 PM Thanks Quinn, I tried to include embeded YouTube videos but I think RT doesn't allow it on reviews, lol. Anyways, yeah, going with your friends would be a good move. 1 Replies \| Report Abuse Quinn B. on 8/08/11 at 06:14 PM that would be awesome if you could use youtube videos...the new RT gets worse and worse, lol 2 Replies \| Report Abuse Hawaiianguy2991 on 8/08/11 at 06:51 PM lol, I remember when I first joined this site. It was simply awesome, now, its a fuckin wreck..... Report Abuse Quinn B. on 8/08/11 at 08:45 PM Lol, oh the industrial change Report Abuse Rachel H. on 8/05/11 at 09:01 PM I may be seeing this on Sunday. Either this or Captain America. I have high hopes for it as well. outstanding review! 1 Replies \| Report Abuse Hawaiianguy2991 on 8/08/11 at 06:06 PM See that you saw it and enjoyed it. Will be checking out your review and thanks! 0 Replies \| Report Abuse Daniel R. on 8/05/11 at 09:29 PM Great review. This looks pretty cool. 1 Replies \| Report Abuse Hawaiianguy2991 on 8/08/11 at 06:06 PM Thanks Daniel, its just good fun; don't expect to be really "wowed". 0 Replies \| Report Abuse Mr. Hulot on 8/05/11 at 10:06 PM Terrific review. I might watch this on DVD. 1 Replies \| Report Abuse Hawaiianguy2991 on 8/08/11 at 06:07 PM Thanks. 0 Replies \| Report Abuse peter h. on 8/05/11 at 10:09 PM sounds brilliant and it's a prequal of all things 1 Replies \| Report Abuse peter h. on 8/05/11 at 10:09 PM Great review too HG 1 Replies \| Report Abuse Hawaiianguy2991 on 8/08/11 at 06:07 PM Thanks Peter! 0 Replies \| Report Abuse Wisenheimer on 8/05/11 at 10:30 PM I figured you'd give it an 80% based on the letter ratings you gave, but a 70% is always good. Great review. I wanna see it. :) 1 Replies \| Report Abuse Hawaiianguy2991 on 8/05/11 at 10:44 PM Thanks man, I hope you do see it. This could go either 80 or 70 in my book, I'd probably give it a 75 to be exact. 0 Replies \| Report Abuse grouchyeditor.com on 8/05/11 at 11:57 PM I'm shocked by the positive word of mouth for this one. Guess you can't judge a flick by its title, eh? Nice work. 1 Replies \| Report Abuse Hawaiianguy2991 on 8/08/11 at 06:07 PM You can say that again, thanks grouch. 0 Replies \| Report Abuse adler-s on 8/06/11 at 01:11 AM Serkis rocks! great review. 1 Replies \| Report Abuse Hawaiianguy2991 on 8/08/11 at 06:08 PM Thanks! 0 Replies \| Report Abuse DOCTOR P. on 8/06/11 at 01:53 AM Great review, though I might not watch it anytime soon, the apes just disturb me a lot more then they do most people 1 Replies \| Report Abuse Hawaiianguy2991 on 8/08/11 at 06:11 PM Thanks man, if your scared of apes I advise you not to watch it :P 0 Replies \| Report Abuse SteveTellsItHowHeSeesIt on 8/06/11 at 03:20 AM Brilliant review and pictures man. This si defitneily one i'm catching in the cinemas, haven't seen the original or Burtons film but just rented the first out need to watch it soon 1 Replies \| Report Abuse Hawaiianguy2991 on 8/08/11 at 06:14 PM Thanks man, see that you caught the original one and you really enjoyed it. I advise you though not to watch any of the sequels (Beneath and Escape) or Burton's film. Just watch this one is all I'm saying :P 0 Replies \| Report Abuse Myerla on 8/06/11 at 04:24 AM Great review. Heard an interesting interview with the director. He started directing Hollyoaks (a TV soap, long running drama, not sure what you call in the US of A) one film called The Escapist and now he is making a massive summer blockbuster 1 Replies \| Report Abuse Hawaiianguy2991 on 8/08/11 at 06:16 PM Thanks Myeria, sounds like he really is moving up in the entertainment world :P 0 Replies \| Report Abuse Pandy357 on 8/06/11 at 04:54 AM I recently saw the 1968 cult original and I was impressed, and then I checked Burton's failure to remake it. Now I look forward to go and see this! Glad to read a positive and great review ;) 1 Replies \| Report Abuse Hawaiianguy2991 on 8/08/11 at 06:23 PM Thanks Pandy, yes this film is waaayyyyyyyyyy better then Burton's flop. Go check it out. 1 Replies \| Report Abuse Pandy357 on 8/09/11 at 01:13 AM Yes I saw it last night and I really liked it!!! I hope Serkis gets an Oscar nod. The movie was better than most of us expected I guess, and now its my 2nd fav summer movie. 1 Replies \| Report Abuse Hawaiianguy2991 on 8/09/11 at 10:47 AM Glad you got to chance to seee it :) Report Abuse David P. on 8/06/11 at 06:56 AM Do you think Serkis should get an Oscar Nomination? If he does then that will be some-what of a break-through for the Acdemy; or maybe at least an honoury Oscar :D Great review - I have never seen a Planet of the Apes movie (I found the whole idea of it to be pretty daft). 1 Replies \| Report Abuse Hawaiianguy2991 on 8/08/11 at 06:29 PM I really do, a best-supporting actor nod would do the trick. However, I have not watched too many "Oscar-worthy" performances this year yet so maybe Serkis should at least get honoury award...... And yes, the whole idea of Apes taking over the world is a bit stupid but its entertaining to watch anyways. And who knows, maybe it may come true in 2012 :P 0 Replies \| Report Abuse Ljiljana S. on 8/06/11 at 09:14 AM Excellent review. :) 1 Replies \| Report Abuse Hawaiianguy2991 on 8/08/11 at 06:31 PM Thanks Ljiljana! 0 Replies \| Report Abuse Scott W. on 8/06/11 at 09:16 AM Nice review! Can't wait to see it! And I think that Serkis should definetly get credit for his acting there. I never once doubted the realism of the apes, all seemed so lifelike! 1 Replies \| Report Abuse Hawaiianguy2991 on 8/08/11 at 06:37 PM Thanks Scott, he really should. The emotions Serkis gives Caesar feel so true and realistic. 0 Replies \| Report Abuse zain h. - movies guy on 8/06/11 at 12:28 PM Great review. Probably watching this today! 1 Replies \| Report Abuse Hawaiianguy2991 on 8/08/11 at 06:37 PM Thanks man. 0 Replies \| Report Abuse Boatswain Egregious on 8/06/11 at 12:41 PM Great review, and good pic selection! True, it is the only one in the series to make me exciting to see the next. 1 Replies \| Report Abuse Hawaiianguy2991 on 8/08/11 at 06:38 PM Thanks man, glad we agree. 0 Replies \| Report Abuse Indiana Jones 79 on 8/06/11 at 03:49 PM great review, im interested in this one! 1 Replies \| Report Abuse Hawaiianguy2991 on 8/08/11 at 06:38 PM Thanks man! 0 Replies \| Report Abuse leeloo1967 on 8/06/11 at 07:40 PM Fantastic review & great pics too Hg:)! ~I had no interest in seeing this film since I didnt like any of the other films in this series but now youve piqued my interest in seeing it~ 1 Replies \| Report Abuse Hawaiianguy2991 on 8/08/11 at 06:41 PM Thanks leeloo :) If you did not like the films especially the original, I'm not sure if you'll like this? 1 Replies \| Report Abuse leeloo1967 on 8/08/11 at 06:57 PM ~Well I saw the super trailer with behind the scenes shots & it looks awesome!! 0 Replies \| Report Abuse RJ Smoove on 8/06/11 at 10:43 PM Serkis certainly did inject a lot of heart into Caesar. Great performance. I was surprised at the amount of heart in this film as well. I was excepting break-neck action (which I got), with little in the development department. I was very happy with the end result. Nice review. 1 Replies \| Report Abuse Hawaiianguy2991 on 8/08/11 at 06:42 PM Thanks RJ, my point exactly. I hope Serkis gets some love. 0 Replies \| Report Abuse rodders on 8/07/11 at 07:03 AM brilliant review, wouldn't mind checking out this film. who knows, could lead me to watching the franchise 1 Replies \| Report Abuse Hawaiianguy2991 on 8/08/11 at 06:42 PM Thanks rodders, maybe so. 0 Replies \| Report Abuse Snespy on 8/07/11 at 09:49 AM I too was taken back by how good the movie is. I was thinking that it was going to be mediocre, a "ho-hum" installment for 20th Century Fox to make money off of. It turned out to be quite an emotional journey. In fact, I feel that the humans were suppose to take the "back seat". They played their part, but more importantly it was emphasized on the Apes and Caesar. Now that I think about it, it makes me think that this is what Transformers should of been like. More focus on the Bots and les 1 Replies \| Report Abuse Hawaiianguy2991 on 8/08/11 at 06:46 PM You know, I think you'll right about that one. The humans were supposed to be irrelevant in characterization for this movie, (perhaps Franco being the only exception). I think Transformers needed to start with a better director first off before anything else :P 0 Replies \| Report Abuse Mr. Taylor on 8/07/11 at 12:41 PM Saw it last night and agree completely. Good job. 1 Replies \| Report Abuse Hawaiianguy2991 on 8/08/11 at 06:46 PM Thanks man. 0 Replies \| Report Abuse Niki Soprano on 8/07/11 at 02:23 PM excellent review!, i agree the 2001 version was terrible! i hope this is much better :) 1 Replies \| Report Abuse Hawaiianguy2991 on 8/08/11 at 06:47 PM Thanks Niki, it is waayyyyyy better! 0 Replies \| Report Abuse H.A.K. on 8/07/11 at 02:40 PM good review. who knows, I might see it. 1 Replies \| Report Abuse Hawaiianguy2991 on 8/08/11 at 06:47 PM Thanks. 0 Replies \| Report Abuse AndysFilms on 8/08/11 at 02:11 AM Nice review Hawaiianguy! I must admit I expected a higher score given the praise it's had from the critics... 1 Replies \| Report Abuse Hawaiianguy2991 on 8/08/11 at 06:47 PM Thanks Andy, it's a high 70 ;) 0 Replies \| Report Abuse MattPayne.MPA on 8/08/11 at 07:30 AM Great review,and glad that you enjoyed this as much as I did!This is finally the Apes reboot that we've been waiting for.Great job,and really great stills you put in as well! :) 1 Replies \| Report Abuse Hawaiianguy2991 on 8/08/11 at 06:48 PM Thanks Matt, appreciate the compliments. And yes, this reboot really nailed it for real. 0 Replies \| Report Abuse Bill T. on 8/08/11 at 03:05 PM From the trailers, I thought this was going to be miserable but critical and fan reception has been great, much to my suprise! Fine review and I may have to give this a shot at some point! 1 Replies \| Report Abuse Hawaiianguy2991 on 8/08/11 at 06:49 PM Thanks Bill, I had the exact same thoughts. 0 Replies \| Report Abuse Aditya Gokhale on 8/09/11 at 09:55 AM Interesting.. The remake starring Wahlberg was seriously awful! Must see this! Great review! 1 Replies \| Report Abuse Hawaiianguy2991 on 8/09/11 at 10:47 AM Thanks, it sure was. 0 Replies \| Report Abuse Lemonball on 8/10/11 at 11:51 AM An exceptional review! However, despite all the positive review, I just can't get excited about this. I do know why, but the interest is just not there at all. 1 Replies \| Report Abuse Hawaiianguy2991 on 11/22/11 at 04:27 PM Thanks, I understand what your saying. 0 Replies \| Report Abuse Lord Naseby on 8/15/11 at 04:12 PM Great review! I am really exited to see this one. I hope I see it soon. 1 Replies \| Report Abuse Hawaiianguy2991 on 11/22/11 at 04:27 PM Thanks. 0 Replies \| Report Abuse Aussie Keno on 8/16/11 at 05:01 AM Nice Review Mate! 1 Replies \| Report Abuse Hawaiianguy2991 on 11/22/11 at 04:27 PM Thanks 0 Replies \| Report Abuse Alex l. on 8/17/11 at 09:52 PM Great Review! I'll see this someday 1 Replies \| Report Abuse Hawaiianguy2991 on 11/22/11 at 04:27 PM Thanks 0 Replies \| Report Abuse Rostron2 on 12/12/11 at 08:42 AM It was good. Couldn't stop snickering at Draco Malfoy's new job. 0 Replies \| Report Abuse

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