Andy Serkis Analyses Caesar's Journey

The man who played Caesar breaks down the character's complex journey through the Apes trilogy.
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[@zackmont437]

This is one of the few trilogies that actually had solid acting, writing, story, character development, just everything about it is what makes it so good. What's great about it too is that each installment got better than the last. Unlike most trilogies which gets worse with each installment. Otherwise, the Apes trilogy lived up to its potential imo.

[@Labyriiint]

Zack Mont I think the last one was more emotional but it wasnt as unique as the two first movies and i think the whole third act was a bit rushed and convinient. Still a fantastic movie and Caesar is one of my favorite characters of all time.

[@zackmont437]

@@Labyriiint Yeah. I think every movie has its flaws. But at least this trilogy didn't go straight downhill like most trilogies.

[@Labyriiint]

@@zackmont437 For sure, probably my fav trilogy of all time.

[@aidenn4929]

Labyriiint what about Nolan’s Batman trilogy?

[@imperfect_dan7519]

@@aidenn4929 Nolan trilogy is also amazing from beginning to end

[@Teddy-rh8vl]

Give this man an Oscar

[@GadoStark]

Jay Er not an Oscar, a Caesar

[@ChronicBreakdown]

Jay Er seriously. He was great as Caesar. I found myself liking Caesar more than any human in the films. Before watching this trilogy, I thought it would be cheesy, but it was actually quite moving in a way I did not expect at all. Loved the movies.

[@SwiftNimblefoot]

Didn't he get one for Gollum already?

[@ytn675]

Yes

[@Kludd-ss1lr]

He did win one

[@83elemental]

I'm not afraid to admit that I cried over a CGI ape at the end of that movie. T_T They did the originals a great honor.

[@XxBabyGurlLovexX]

Same man, same. I wasn't ready to see Caesar die.

[@masterroshi6983]

that "you're going to stay here" scene felt like someone having to leave a dog at the pound Q_Q

[@pawi239]

Same :(((

[@ari-ex5wp]

So did I, 😭

[@danmcelhinney8478]

You didn't cry because an ape died. You cried because Caesar died.

[@DanFarrell98]

It’s amazing how far the cgi has come in just 3 movies

[@alextownley9388]

DanFarrell98 and over the course of only like 7 years!!

[@saqibq]

Motion Capture ≠ CGI. CGI is computer generated images. What Andy Serkis and other actors have done is live action performance capture which makes it look as realistic as it does in War. Have a look at the behind the scenes footage for a better idea :).

[@ChronicBreakdown]

DanFarrell98 ikr

[@Kappacino]

@@saqibq motion capture is CGI as well. it results in images generated by a computer, which is the definition of CGI (computer generated images). motion capture is a CGI technique. all CGI isn't bad, that myth needs to die. even Mad Max: Fury Road, which is applauded for its use of practical effects (which truly are phenomenal, don't get me wrong), use loads of CGI and the movie is better for it.

[@LukeLovesRose]

You look at this PERFECT CGI in War for the Planet of the Apes. And then you look at the AWFUL crap Disney and Marvel Studios are putting out.... YIKES

[@neofulcrum5013]

Rest In Peace Caesar

[@hockeyking30]

DUDE SPOILERS

[@neofulcrum5013]

PC PRINCIPAL this video itself is spoilers

[@olivia_world4492]

Luis Gomes o

[@olivia_world4492]

Luis Gomes k

[@olivia_world4492]

Cold Flame y

[@shreyasnampoothiri8704]

Andy serkis needs more recognition he’s an amazing actor

[@XxBabyGurlLovexX]

I agree!!

[@bennyhoward1391]

Hopefully now he’s Alfred he can get a lot more recognition

[@Victor77070]

Andy Serkis is an amazing director too

[@canonbehenna612]

@@Victor77070 like the original one then his

[@Dr.Beetlejuice110]

This trilogy was one of the best trilogies I have ever seen in my life. Seriously....they told a great story about one character that went through trials and tribulations. You followed the character, you cried with him, you understood where he came from. This series was GREAT!

[@Chocobear555]

Caesar's death scene, as tragic and sad as it is, is so poetic. It's beautiful, really, because he is at peace knowing that his fellow apes (including his son) will not only survive, but thrive. He's done his job, and now it's time to rest.

[@demontorch]

Yeah because he’s pretty much ape Moses if you think about it

[@silvergrin6_25]

That last one pulled on my heart strings

[@juancampos7233]

Caesar is such a deep character and well thought out

[@flippydippy6587]

I just wanted to say I find it interesting how fast Caesar’s speech evolves: Planet: Could only say a couple of words Dawn: Could say full sentences but a bit choppy War: Could say everything perfectly

[@LolLol-ne9yw]

Rise not planet

[@SupaahAQW]

Rest In Peace Caesar! One of the best trilogies of all time since LOTR and Nolan's Batman films.

[@captainpicard6566]

What is LOTR

[@SupaahAQW]

Lord of the rings.

[@kxmode]

There's also the Star Trek trilogy of Wrath of Khan, Search for Spock, and Voyage Home. These are fantastic films by Nicolas Meyer (2) and Leonard Nimoy (3 and 4).

[@fraynevliegenthart6112]

and dont forget, these were just the first 3 prequel films

[@skefsongames]

Not really tho? Very average action films

[@Leotique]

The only movie that made me cry in my 24 years of life time. I was sad when Caesar died, but those tears were for Maurice, Rocket and all the other apes, tears of hope, yet somehow a nostalgic feeling about how it began. Like damn, the brotherhood Maurice, Rocket and Caesar had is one of the purest in cinema history, and the fact that they are from different species makes it even better, something we as a society should strive for.

[@dylancasey1702]

@Mastnaer Ceef don't forget buck who would be the Chewbacca in this analogy

[@leonelcastanarez8324]

Caesar became one of my favorite characters in fiction, thanks Andy Serkis and the effects team for such a rich character.

[@millybennett8451]

Caesar didn’t die. He’s a legend. And legends don’t die.

[@edricawebb1578]

In the original Planet of the Apes, they've made a huge statue of him.

[@HomeDefender30]

Hero’s are remembered.... but legends never die!

[@daslowmemeturtleturtle5710]

Caeser: *closes eyes* Will:"Caeser c'mon time to come home." I wonder if thats what he saw as the gates to heaven opened for him.

[@ryuoh6928]

Damn, that got to me....

[@maxhydekyle2425]

I think he moved beyond wanting that. He realized that no matter how much Will loved him, he'd always view him as inferior.

[@mariafox9226]

My feels!!!! 😢😢😢

[@aylo.mp3]

@@maxhydekyle2425 facts but, ceasar is smart enough to understand that it was society that made will think that way

[@maxhydekyle2425]

@@aylo.mp3 Ya I don't think he held it against Will. He just knew that it wouldn't really be possible for him to ever truly view him as equal.

[@almightyjayy3641]

They need to make a movie about Cornelius(Caesar’s youngest son) journey to be king

[@LukeLovesRose]

But also tell audiences how the world got nuked, leading to the famous ending. "GODDAMN YOU ALL TO HELL!"

[@Tchiva]

whered you find out that info? @@gabrieltodd8449

[@imperfect_dan7519]

@@Tchiva he's lying

[@antoniosotoprado1183]

You all arent fans of planet of the aoes if you dont know that quote

[@calumgallagher4518]

Dana3605 ummm he’s really not

[@itsmesteve1081]

I just wished that at the end he could have had a thought about his adoptive father Franco before he passed away. I wanted to see him happy. He hasn't smiled since he left home. 😢😢😢

[@c.h.s1001]

He smiled when he died?

[@thegodofimagination]

The actor and character are both incredible

[@DJGamingSmash]

Still depressed as h*ll from the character deaths this year in cinema.

[@davidstone281]

Andy Serkis is a national treasure. Give this man an oscar. Not only is he a brilliant actor, but just a fascinating person to listen to. Just hearing him talk about and analyze this phenomenal trilogy is just amazing.

[@sotyfan73]

I was gutted for Caesar, but I'm glad Maurice and Rocket lived.

[@Nimbus3690]

That scene at the cage where Will leaves Caesar and he looks on in shock at the abandonment of the only person that makes him feel secure and warm...it is so heartbreaking that it prevents me from rewatching this trilogy at all. It is too painful.

[@andreferguson2564]

The best trilogy I've ever seen, period. Damn shame that Serkis didn't get more credit for what he did with Caesar, especially the last two movies.

[@trying-to-learn]

one of the best trilogies ever made

[@khnum8291]

The finest actor in the next gen cinematic industry . Andy Serkis is the CGI Daniel Day Lewis. What is an Oscar compared to the love, respect and recognition of millions around the world?

[@FernandoRaulAstrology]

I really hope they continue this film series. These new planet of the apes movies are very high calibre but grossly underrated.

[@SamSam24270]

And in the very last few seconds as Caesar lays his head down, some of the other apes also notice with alarm of Caesars passing 😢

[@lindataghon5712]

I am old and I have seen THOUSANDS upon THOUSANDS of movies..,, BUT NEVER have any movies invoked such emotions in me as these 3 did...., I HATE what we humans do to animals to this day and always will, these movies brought out in me these intense feelings and my empathy for all animals that are used for science. I HATE IT!!!! I TRULY hope before I die that I will see yet the #4 of this series. The CGI they used to express the emotions in these characters blew me away, literally!..., ANDY SERKIS DESERVES NUMEROUS OSCARS for playing this INCREDIBLE CAESAR! INCREDIBLLY FANTASTIC movies!!!..., Oh and what can I say about MAURICE and ROCKET?!…, SUPERB!!!

[@danb6742]

Off topic but Andy is killing it Finished POTA trilogy, he’s snoke in Star Wars,He in Black panther and Infinity war

[@solidsbro1259]

Dan B He was also Gollum in LOTR and the Hobbit movies. He's definitely an incredible and versatile actor. This gentleman needs an Oscar already. Then again the Oscars are a joke and Andy is too good for the Oscars.

[@hockeyking30]

And King Kong in peter Jackson’s King Kong,

[@thehunter7422]

PC PRINCIPAL he also played the cook named lumpy in king kong as well.

[@ChronicBreakdown]

Dan B a very under appreciated actor. I under estimated him myself, and man was I wrong.

[@outofideas1944]

He wasn't in infinity war

[@LordSelf00]

The fact that I cried when a cgi ape died after seeing his whole life in a flawless trilogy says something...

[@melanieanimefreak]

I’ve watched this movie so many times and I STILL cry at his death 😭😭😭

[@alextownley9388]

Andy Serkis is England’s national treasure!!

[@aidenewer5150]

Alex Townley he should be knighted

[@alextownley9388]

Aiden Ewer hell yes!!

[@melissachang8366]

Yessss true. In love with him to tho

[@EpiKerCovers]

I watched War two days ago and I was captivated in every scene. The direction and shots were fantastic like no other movie.

[@Godzilla-tu2cd]

These movies deserves all the Oscars

[@koko40800]

I noticed the 'Caesar as Moses' connection in the first movie Rise....when he kills the cruel slave master with his own rod, and then leads the Exodus to the Redwoods - which seemed to be the Promised Land at the time

[@rvpstudioscanada3991]

Oh yeah.. now I see it.

[@fadlilintangwijaya4209]

Oh, across the sea...

[@Reacted1991]

Caesar is basically Moses in these movies if you think about it

[@gabrielfreire7261]

Best Character and performance of Andy Serkis . When Caesar died i cried so much . He died like a real Hero , rest in Peace Caesar . Gongratulations Andy , your performance like the Hero of this Trilogy was awesome and touching Caesar is your best Character

[@spiderverse_triohill6510]

Andy Serkis is a BRILLIANT ACTOR and just brings so much life and emotion to Ceasar’s character

[@shingekinokyojin2368]

I remember in theaters, seeings Caeser pass on and I legit shed a tear and thought to myself "this is gonna tear me up for a while" and to this very day, that scene claws at me

[@kxmode]

I cried at the end of War. :(

[@olivia_world4492]

kxmode I tried to cry 😭 but couldn't because I know I have to be strong 💪 and one question is it a role Ceaser has to play or Ceaser didn't know he was going to die

[@McdonaldeS1986]

Best trilogy since LOTR

[@McdonaldeS1986]

ANTONIO chambers nawh man rises was crap, ruins the trilogy

[@al112v4]

You forgot about the Star Wars Prequels. Just kidding.

[@phantom498]

The first two were alright in my opinion. But I really liked the last one.

[@poiiiiiiiiiii3049]

Lee Bonnar actually I prefers rise over the original idk why

[@MazBringsby]

@@SosaA11 Dark Knight ruined by last film

[@LadySamurai88]

Words can not describe how much respect i have for everybody who worked on this trilogy. Terry who teaches everyone how to be ape. And lets not forget how he played Rocket. And Karin what an amazing job she did to bring Maurice to life. And Andy of course for bring Caeser to life! From all the people who brought all the cgi apes to life! And many many more people who worked on this trilogy. Man! I love this trilogy and everytime i watch it i have to watch all the extra’s. I think the end is amazing! But now i have some questions who took over to be leader? Maurice? Rocket? Who? lol

[@brianseagrass41]

I love that

[@carlcarlson1369]

Andy Serkis one of the most underrated actor in the history his facial expression and his body language brought Caesar alive not the special effects. Love from Bay Ridge Brooklyn

[@coolboiiii]

I cant believe this is how hard caesar's life was well it was an honor CAESAR

[@AveTrainOnDaTrack]

Possibly one of the greatest trilogies of all time

[@ashsmith3695]

I have to admit that I never used to give Andy Serkis the credit that he so richly deserved. I blubbed at the end of the third chapter. I admit it.

[@veronivillaver8761]

This whole trilogy has been consistent all the way through! It’s why it’s my favourite “perfect trilogy” 🔥❤️

[@planetpompom]

Fascinating! Love Caesar, love Andy.

[@MasterDrawer101]

I understand the reasoning as to why koba had to die, but given the brutal history of torture and experimentation he went through just to free fall hundreds of feet as his body smashes into all types of obstacles on the way down was a little disheartening for me to watch. I wish ceaser would have just pulled him up, said what he said and then just snapped koba's neck. An honorable kill to end the poor primate suffering. Other than that a great trilogy.

[@jojoangel1872]

What i notice is that Ceaser had the same scar as Koba. Had he not went back to the colonel for revenge he would've never been shot in his side. Kobas revenge cost him his own life just like Ceaser. But at the same token, had Ceaser never went back, the apes would've died from gettin shot up.

[@jmgarcia0087]

Why doesn't this video have more views?? Andy Serkis is one of the best actors ever and this role proves it!

[@miltontavares9506]

My favorite modern trilogy, next to the Dark Knight trilogy.

[@Pallialbertti]

Planet of the apes is one of the best (if not the best) movie trilogies out there

[@vulcaniso1943]

This movie was so good

[@zapcrossworld4036]

Give this man all the oscars

[@marcusrettig6399]

Its so amazing. This man has been in 2 of the greatest trilogies to ever Grace this Earth

[@blakezahn706]

This trilogy had such a beautiful story arch

[@kxmode]

If they laid Ceasar on a bed of lettuce, you could call that a Caesar Salad! 😄

[@BossCrazyRoss]

kxmode buh dum bssh

[@lfdrumming7804]

One of the best trilogies of the past decade if not of all time.

[@MFRiley]

Top 5 all time IMO.

[@Pallialbertti]

Agree 100%

[@ramses3223]

In the last scene, if you look to at the bottom left by Caeser's body you can see Rocket come walking up to him, damn thats sad.

[@a.jthomas6132]

In my opinion, Caesar has the heart of a human then a ape.

[@spiderverse_triohill6510]

Andy Serkis truly did an amazing job on playing Caesar

[@redman777ful]

Good trilogy, but stop with all the freaking ads IGN. The one at the end was especially frustrating.

[@Nipponing]

Ever heard of Adblock?!

[@melaniecollins8328]

I'm not sobbing. I'm not sobbing. I'm not.

[@wendy32ply]

One of the best trilogies ever 🙂

[@tracysteele3534]

Well done Andy for bringing dessert to life excellent movies so sad the ending of war I was crying m eyes out Fraser you will never be forgotten

[@zekegore6470]

These movies should be more well known than they already are.

[@dashingdreww1185]

Really great character and trilogy

[@millybennett8451]

I actually cried watching this cause caesar was passing and when Andy said he knows he's done his job I was crying 😭😭😭

[@ChronicBreakdown]

Amazing trilogy. Just watched all 3.

[@Ic3h0rnEt14]

I need to watch the 3rd movie again

[@lxlcaesarlxl]

Probably THE most underrated actor

[@chauhdarynaveed5522]

they need make movie ceaser son storey part 4

[@goma.4320]

Andy Serkis is such a cool guy.

[@raedevil3671]

This, was one of my favorite series. I love this, it was wonderful. Such a beautiful story. I will forever remember all my happiness and sadness traveling with this series. T-T

[@NP-xy5hq]

WOW you can see tears in his eyes

[@Loki-ir5py]

I love planet of the apes this is my favorite version by far and the best version I couldn't stop crying at the final scene in the last movie they did an incredible job with this trilogy and with amazing actors :)

[@uriel4274]

Hopefully they make another one

[@BerishaFatian]

One of my favorite trilogies!

[@grandpagio8745]

Omg these movies man I love them so much

[@Sharez4AllHelper]

i was sure that was the last part RIP

[@GOGIANTS1091]

The ending of WFTPOTA reminded me of Guru passing in Namek/Frieza Saga in Dragon Ball Z.

[@flukeman022]

8:22 remind me of the last scene in the original Watership Down

[@gabrielfreire7261]

The Best Character and best Performance of Andy Serkis

[@ssonnny]

All three movies made me cry

[@bilboswaggins7890]

such a good actor

[@jairorv6238]

Good job

[@davids1854]

The first act of rise of the planet of the apes was like curios george in a way fast forward to war of the planet if the apes ceaser is in the middle of a war and apparantly moses

[@JoamG008]

It might be awesome if before his last breath he said "Ceasar is Home..."

[@catspaw3092]

If Roddy McDowell was still here he would be so proud.

[@jamieharper7034]

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[@ethanwatkins3528]

Just bought war on blu Ray, gonna watch it friday

[@twoonine3149]

Rewatched the Trilogy only to remind myself of this Amazing Story

[@Littlekoji-df1cf]

The Legend!!!

[@AQuinn0630]

That was really nice

[@joemilleriv]

Favorite movie series of all time

[@xaviercarmona8018]

These 3 movies are my fav movies but mayb Caesar rest in peace😭😭🤧🤧🕊

[@heldesdeide3312]

GOSTEI MUITO DESTE FILME CADÊ Ó DUBLADO

[@johanhernandez959]

I like how the trilogy was very much like the story of Moses, where he was raised by the Egyptians(humans) and when he went back into his real people, the Hebrews(apes), he was at first looked at as a traitor but then gained their trusts and though war and conflict he led his people to the promise land and dies in peace before entering knowing his people are safe now