Imagine turning on your TV and instead of Netflix, you see... Apeflix? It sounds like something out of a sci-fi movie, right?
Well, get this: the team behind the Dawn of the Planet of the Apes (and the whole series!) actually considered something along those lines. A streaming service from an ape's-eye view!
Ape Entertainment: Behind the Scenes
Apparently, during brainstorming sessions, someone threw out the idea of a dedicated streaming platform. Think about the possibilities! It’s wild.
But not just any old streaming service. We're talking curated content for a discerning ape audience. What would that even *look* like?
Banana Commercials and Chimp-tastic Documentaries
Forget the usual dramas and rom-coms. This would be prime-time primate programming.
Imagine nature documentaries focusing exclusively on the best climbing trees. Or cooking shows featuring the most delicious insect recipes!
Of course, no streaming service is complete without ads. But what would those be? Monkey see, monkey *buy*!
Picture commercials for the latest in grooming tools. Or perhaps a snazzy new banana slicer. I'd watch.
Subscription Snafus and Tech Support Woes
Of course, there were practical problems to consider. How would the apes actually use the streaming service?
Would they need opposable thumbs remote control extensions? And what about tech support? Apes on hold?
"Hello, Apeflix support? My picture isn't clear, and I think the gorilla next door is stealing my bandwidth!" This is getting hilarious.
And what about the subscription fee? Would they trade grooming sessions for premium access? So many questions!
A Missed Opportunity? Or a Great Idea That's Just Ahead of Its Time?
Ultimately, the Apeflix dream never materialized. We're stuck with regular streaming services, sadly.
But it sparks some fun thoughts. Consider the creative energy that went into even *thinking* about such a thing!
It highlights the filmmakers' commitment to detail. They weren't just making a movie; they were building a whole ape world.
Maybe someday, technology will catch up. Maybe then, we'll be watching ape-created content.
Who knows? Maybe in the future, we'll get a streaming service entirely from the point of view of sentient animals.
It's a goofy thought. However, if Dawn of the Planet of the Apes taught us anything, it's never to underestimate the simian spirit!
Until then, we can just imagine the chimp-tastic possibilities. I know I am!
"Ape shall not kill ape... except for a slightly faster internet connection." - a hypothetical Apeflix subscriber
