Intentionally Blank Post-Apocalyptic Obsession — Intentionally Blank Ep. 157
Jun 5, 2024
Bestselling author Brandon Sanderson and acclaimed author Dan Wells discuss post-apocalyptic worlds, the Planet of the Apes franchise, Waterworld, Fallout video games, and the enduring fascination with post-apocalyptic themes in storytelling.
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Skepticism Turned Surprise
- Brandon Sanderson was initially skeptical about the new Planet of the Apes trilogy.
- He found the movies surprisingly good, praising Andy Serkis' performance and the thought-provoking themes.
A Miracle Franchise
- The Planet of the Apes franchise achieved surprising success despite its challenging premise.
- The movies explore complex themes like cultural clashes and societal collapse, but the CGI apes can make it hard to take seriously.
Remakes and Twists
- The new Planet of the Apes movies serve as a prequel, offering a different path to the ape-dominated world.
- The Tim Burton version added a twist: the astronaut returns to an ape-ruled Earth.