Planet of the Apes: A Milestone of Science Fiction
Since its release in 1968, Planet of the Apes, the masterful film directed by Franklin J. Schaffner and starring Charlton Heston, and its subsequent sequels have asked its viewers challenging questions about contemporary society under the guise of a bold science fiction saga: a fascinating look at a hugely successful pop culture phenomenon.
- Genre: Documentary, History, TV Movie
- Studio: ARTE GEIE, MDAM
- Keyword: cinema on cinema, filmmaking, making of, movie star, documentary filmmaking, hollywood star, movie set, 1960s, cinema history, humankind, social & cultural documentary, movie studio, documentary, fictionalized history, contemporary fantasy, contemporary historical setting, fictional world
- Cast: Alexandra Alévêque, Roddy McDowall, Kim Hunter, Charlton Heston