Dawn of the Planet of the Apes
PG-13, 2014, 20th Century Fox
Director:
Matt Reeves
Starring:
Jason Clarke, Gary Oldman, Kirk Acevedo, Kodi Smit-McPhee, Judy Greer, Keri Russell
Plot:
A growing nation of genetically evolved apes led by Caesar is threatened by a band of human survivors of the devastating virus unleashed a decade earlier. They reach a fragile peace, but it proves short-lived, as both sides are brought to the brink of a war that will determine who will emerge as Earth's dominant species.
1
Man-made virus wipes out most of humanity
Themes: Crisis, Disaster, Judgment Day
2
Apes discuss how humans destroyed each other
Themes: Hate, Judgment Day, Unforgiving, Sin
3
Ape nurses grudge against entire human race
Themes: Bitterness, Hate, Loving Enemies, Scars
4
Ape leader kills those who disobey
Themes: Abuse of Power, Leaders, Leadership