Planet of the ApesWhen Planet of the Apes hit theaters, few people knew what to expect. For most, the idea of ​​a movie with the premise of a planet full of intelligent apes went against everything they had been taught. The initial attraction was the exceptional cast, led by Charlton Heston who plays Taylor, an astronaut who crash lands on the planet. Heston was joined by many famous actors and actresses such as Roddy McDowell as Cornelius, Maurice Evans as Dr. Zaius and Kim Hunter as Zira. While the cast may have been the initial attraction, the content is what made the film Planet of the Apes a classic that will continue to be enjoyed for generations to come. The film Planet of the Apes addresses a large number of issues that arise in everyday social life. If you look at the story carefully, it is very easy to realize that Planet of the Apes is not about apes at all, but really about humanity. It's a story about the human condition and how humans interact with their natural environment. It is a story about the dangers of religion and, even more powerfully, a warning about the dangers of a politically active church. Planet of the Apes is a political allegory. From the beginning to the end of the film, the viewer is shown a picture of a world ruled by a heavy-handed government led by apes who represent church and state alike. The main character who is an example of this is Dr. Zaius, “chief prosecutor and defender of the faith”, who governs both nations....