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Sunday 21 August 2011

Planet of the Apes (2001)

I've read Pierre Boulle's original novel, watched all of the original films multiple times, and even the short-lived television series, so it's fair to say that I'm an Apes fan. I'm also a fan of some of Tim Burton's work prior to this, which makes reviewing his unnecessary remake all the more troublesome.
Pros: a great ensemble cast, Mr Elfman on score duties, Rick Baker's flawless make-up and the amazing costumes.
Cons: Everything else.
To date, it's Burton's worst film by far and a well-deserved winner of a Golden Razzie for worst remake. It's a travesty.

1½ spring-powered ape legs out of 5

3 comments:

  1. Lol'ed at spring powered ape legs.
    2 interspecies erotica threesomes that he passed up out of 5

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  2. I own this. I paid £3 for it. I don't know what that is in $. Too damn much, that's for sure.

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  3. Actually saw this on opening day in a packed theater. There were even ushers dressed up like monkeys. The movie on the other hand was less than memorable.

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