Interspecies Connections in The Planet of the Apes Trilogy. Caesar and Nova as Mediators between Humans and Apes

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The analysis explores the character dynamics of Caesar and Nova within the Planets of the Apes trilogy, emphasizing the interspecies relationships between humans and apes. It situates the franchise within a scientific context, incorporating recent primatology findings and referencing Darwin's work, alongside studies by Borkfelt, Call, and Tomasello. The paper examines themes of othering and speciesism, highlighting the impact of human actions on ape societies and fostering a deeper understanding of these complex connections.