Director Matt Reeves Talks 'The Batman,' Similarities to 'War for the Planet of the Apes'

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Dec 20, 2018 - Director Matt Reeves compares the characters of Caesar from 'War for the Planet of the Apes' and Bruce Wayne in his upcoming film 'The Batman.' 'War for the Planet of the Apes' starring Andy Serkis, Woody Harrelson, Steve Zahn, Karin Konoval, Amiah Miller, and directed by Matt Reeves hits theaters July 14th. Plot Summary Two years after the events of 'Dawn of the Planet of the Apes,' Caesar and his apes have been at war against the humans. As the apes start suffering heavy losses, Caesar wrestles with his darker instincts in order to face the Colonel and the traitorous gorilla Red. This confrontation will determine the fate of apes and humans alike and the future of Earth.

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'War for the Planet of the Apes' Trailer (2017)

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Andy Serkis Reveals His Favorite Scene from the 'Planet of the Apes' Franchise

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'War for the Planet of the Apes' Stars Discuss Director Matt Reeves's Style

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'War for the Planet of the Apes' Final Trailer (2017)

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Rick Jaffa & Amanda Silver's reboot/remake of the Planet of the Apes inspired by news articles on apes raised as humans and advances in genetics. Jaffa conceived an idea for a film about a genetically enhanced chimp raised in a human household. The film series focuses on a chimpanzee, Caesar who when given a substance designed to help the brain repair itself, gains advanced intelligence which leads to an ape uprising.