The cinematic universe of ‘Planet of the Apes‘ returns to the big screen with its most recent installment, ‘Planet of the Apes: New Kingdom’, and the first critical reactions are already here. Set approximately 300 years after the events of Planet of the Apes: War – 93%, this new film follows the story of young ape Noa, who embarks on a journey that will challenge his beliefs about the past.
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A saga that does not exhaust itself
Following its world premiere in the United States, film critics have shared their opinions on social media, offering an initial insight into what we can expect from this highly anticipated film. Although some critics point out that this installment has some flaws, they assure that it reaches the excellence of its predecessors.
Director Wes Ball’s approach and Kevin Durand’s performance as the villain Proximus Caesar have also received praise. The film is described as “a stunning visual treat” by Film Speakwhile Dorian Parks Geeks of Color He considers it a solid example of the franchise’s power.
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With these first impressions, ‘Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes’ promises to deliver an exciting and visually stunning experience for viewers. As its theatrical release date approaches, expectations are rising and fans are eagerly awaiting to once again immerse themselves in the world of apes and humans fighting for supremacy in a post-apocalyptic world.
What do critics’ first reactions say about Planet of the Apes: New Kingdom?
Griffin Schiller, Film Speak:
“The apes have never been STRONGER in Wes Ball’s GORGEOUS ‘Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes’! The complexities of Caesar’s legacy loom large, but they’re twisted in this truth-filled coming-of-age story odyssey and lies, learning and power. An impressive visual treat ‘A New Hope’ for the Apes franchise.
Perri Nemiroff, from Collider:
“Between ‘Rise,’ ‘Dawn,’ ‘War,’ and now ‘Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes,’ this series remains one of the best franchise reboots out there. Unsurprisingly, there was no better director to take on the control that Wes Ball Of course, the wizards at Wētā had a big hand in this, but there’s also no doubt that Ball’s personal skill with visual effects greatly contributed to how incredible this movie looks.”
Germain Lussier, Gizmodo:
“‘Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes’ does the ‘Apes’ saga proud. A sprawling adventure with wonderful effects and performances. It has a LOT to say, which leaves it thematically murky. I don’t *love* the ending either. – but those These are small complaints for an otherwise enjoyable and engaging film.”
Brandon Davis, of Comic Book:
“‘Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes’ is simply a classic summer blockbuster. It takes a minute to start, introduce completely new characters and the timeline, and then never looks back. The visuals are amazing. Excellent performances. It’s “Feels like the beginning of an epic. New saga. I need the next one as soon as possible.”
Dorian Parks in Geeks of Color:
“I was a big fan of the previous ‘Planet of the Apes’ trilogy and can say that I loved ‘Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes’. This film cements the franchise as one of the strongest intellectual properties out there! “
Caitlin Tyrrell in Screen Rant:
“Wes Ball is the perfect director to bring ‘Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes’ to life! A compelling story with complex characters, impressive scenes and brilliant lines that tie it into the previous films. Noa, Mae and Proximus Caesar are phenomenal!”
Russ Milheim, from The Direct:
“‘Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes’ is a fantastic addition to the series. While it may falter at times in the pacing department, that never stops the film from being absolutely thrilling. The visuals are stunning and the characters are beautifully portrayed. elaborate. I can’t wait to see what comes next!
Kevin Polowy, of CBR:
“I loved ‘Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes’. Why is it as good as Matt Reeves’ movies? I don’t know, but it’s phenomenal. ‘Apocalypto with Apes,’ as Wes Ball promised. ‘APES’ is still “Pound for pound, one of the best if not THE best franchise in operation.”
Ian Sandwell, of Digital Spy:
“‘Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes’ is a strong continuation of the series. It takes a little time to find its footing, but it makes for a compelling second act and a thrilling finale. I’m excited to see where it goes from here after an intriguing ending.”
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