The Big Picture ‘Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes’ and the 'Apes' Movie Rankings
May 14, 2024
Van Lathan joins the hosts to discuss the new 'Planet of the Apes' installment and its impact on modern storytelling. They rank the franchise films and compare it to other iconic IPs, exploring fan engagement and character dynamics.
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Apes and Star Wars
- Sean compares Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes's plot to Star Wars.
- He notes similar plot points like a family raid, a wise mentor, and a fight against a dictator.
Low-Risk Apes
- Van notes that the Planet of the Apes franchise is low-risk compared to Star Wars.
- This allows for more movies, as fan reactions don't heavily impact production.
Legacy Sequel Excitement
- Van explains his excitement for legacy sequels, comparing them to a "heat check" shot in basketball.
- He believes filmmakers "had to try it" and return to these stories.