Complex sociological themes run through this science-fiction classic, about three astronauts marooned on a futuristic planet where apes rule and humans are slaves. The stunned trio discovers that these highly intellectual simians can both walk upright and talk. They have even established a class system and a political structure. The astronauts suddenly find themselves part of a devalued species, trapped and imprisoned by the apes. But one, Taylor, manages to break out and, aided by a pair of compassionate chimps, makes his escape to an uninhabited section of land. However, during the trek Taylor makes a startling, unsettling discovery about the planet--and realizes he's come full circle. PLANET OF THE APES is based on the novel by Pierre Boulle with a screenplay co-written by Rod Serling.
Edward G. Robinson was originally slated to play the role of Zaius, but had to pull out at the last minute due to health problems.
An Apjac Production.
Color by DeLuxe. Shot in Panavision.
Exteriors filmed in Utah and Arizona National Park.
Film debut for actress Linda Harrison.
Additional cast: Robert Gunner (London), Lou Wagner (Lucius), and Jeff Burton (Dodge).
Excerpt: "Get your stinking paws off me, you damn dirty ape."-- Taylor (Charlton Heston)
DVD Features:
Keep Case
Full Frame - 1.33
Widescreen - 2.35
Audio:
Dolby Digital Surround - French
DTS - English
Mono - Spanish
Subtitles - English, Spanish - Optional
THX Certified Dolby Digital 5.1 - English
Additional Release Material:
Audio Commentary:
1. Jerry Goldsmith - Composer
2. Roddy Mc Dowell, Natalie Trundy, Kim Hunter - Stars, John Chambers - Make-up Artist
3. Eric Greene - PLANET OF THE APES series expert (Text Only)
Cinematographer
Leon Shamroy: American Director of Photography
Source Writer
Pierre Boulez: Author, THE PLANET OF THE APES
Writer
Michael Wilson: Screenwriter - BlackListed
Art Director
Jack Martin Smith: Art Director
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Review 1:
"...The original shocked audiences, and in the process, kicked off sci-fi's first true franchise..."
Source: Entertainment Weekly
p.33 01/11/2002
Review 2:
"...[A] classic....Seminal sci-fi..."
Source: Total Film
p.133 12/01/2003
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