Dawn of the Planet of the Apes garners mixed reactions, with many praising its deep themes, complex character development, and impressive visual effects. The portrayal of moral dilemmas and the evolution of both apes and humans strikes a chord with audiences. However, some viewers miss the human characters from the first film and find the plot occasionally predictable or inconsistent, particularly in its portrayal of conflict and character motivations.

👍 Impressive character development and visual effects.

👎 Some find plot inconsistencies disappointing.