BATTLE FOR THE PLANET OF THE APES (Theatrical Release USA 1973)

Ben Meyers’ Rating: 4.1|5.0 Starsìììì 

Battle for the Planet of the Apes—final film in the old movie series—serves fans of the original Planet of the Apes films well. This movie series has been a great ride to its end. WOW! What a concept! The story very nicely and creatively turns the mind inside out to contemplate a reversal of dominance. This movie series has a series of newer remakes, but this series certainly does not lack in storyline, portrayal, costuming, or background staging. This film is a very nice, nostalgic return for fans of the old series. 

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Storyline 

This futuristic fantasy film is about: Apes battle humans for control of planet earth. 

Additional Thanks 

Thank you to Director J. Lee Thompson for directing effort. Thank you to Producer Arthur P. Jacobs for making the film possible. Cast includes: Roddy McDowall, Claude Akins, Natalie Trundy, Severn Darden, Lew Ayres, Paul Williams, and John Huston. 

Buy a ticket? Yes? No? Maybe?

Yes. WOW! What a ride this movie series has had. It is worth watching. 

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Ben Meyers 

CONQUEST OF THE PLANET OF THE APES (Theatrical Release USA 1972)

 Ben Meyers’ Rating: 4.1|5.0 Starsìììì 

Conquest of the Planet of the Apes—part 4 of the original Planet of the Apes film series—has the same wonderful makeup and costuming of previous films. Especially note the chorographical effects for the revolt toward the end of the film. Roddy McDowell takes on the role of son of his former character, Cornelius. His new character role name is: Caesar. 

 Film Poster Courtesy of Google Images

Storyline

This movie occurs at a time when humans force apes into slave labor. 

Additional Thanks 

Thank you to Director J. Lee Thompson for directing effort. Thank you to Producer Arthur P. Jacobs for making the film possible. Cast includes: Roddy McDowall,  Don Murray, Ricardo Montalban, Natalie Trundy, and Hari Rhodes. 

Buy a ticket? Yes? No? Maybe? 

Yes. This movie is Part 4 of the original Planet of the Apes films. Watch for Ricardo Montalbán who reprises his role as the circus owner, Armando, from the movie previous to this one. 

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Ben Meyers