"Dawn of the Planet of the Apes" is a 2014 science fiction film and the sequel to "Rise of the Planet of the Apes" (2011). Directed by Matt Reeves, the film continues the rebooted "Planet of the Apes" film series. It explores the aftermath of the events in the first film and further develops the conflict between humans and intelligent apes.
The story is set a decade after a simian flu has wiped out a significant portion of the human population, while the apes, led by Caesar (played by Andy Serkis), have established a thriving community in the Muir Woods near San Francisco. When a group of human survivors encounters the apes, tensions rise, leading to a struggle for coexistence and control over the future.
The film received widespread critical acclaim for its compelling narrative, impressive visual effects, and the emotional depth of the characters. Andy Serkis's performance as Caesar was particularly praised, showcasing the advancements in motion-capture technology. "Dawn of the Planet of the Apes" successfully continued the momentum of the franchise and set the stage for the concluding film in the trilogy, "War for the Planet of the Apes" (2017).