Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes review: Latest instalment is 'the definition of generic'

Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes is the latest installment in the popular franchise, but it falls short in terms of character development and screenplay quality. The film presents a world where apes have taken over, but this doesn't necessarily lead to a better society. Directed by Wes Ball, the movie introduces new characters and takes a leap in time, but it fails to bring anything fresh or particularly interesting to the story. The new setting features ape characters who have evolved to speak in complete sentences, but the dialogue lacks depth and the film lacks the character development seen in the previous installments. The movie's first major action scene involves an attack on Noa's village by marauding apes, setting off a typical hero's journey for the main character. The film concludes with a teaser for a sequel, but overall, it's a generic and uninspiring film that fails to live up to the standards set by its predecessors.