Dark Skies (2013)

As the Barrett family's peaceful suburban life is rocked by an escalating series of disturbing events, they come to learn that a terrifying and deadly force is after them, one which may have arrived from beyond the stars.

Derivative sci-fi horror thriller has an good cast and some atmosphere, but not much new to add to the genre.

Maltin*1/2: "Starts well, but becomes a boring suspenseless fantasy based on UFO mythology. As always, Simmons is welcome and completely plausible."

Dawn of the Planet of the Apes (2014)

In the wake of a disaster that changed the world, the growing and genetically evolving apes find themselves at a critical point with the human race.

Accurate continuation of the sage with great set pieces and effects, but the story drags along without suspense till the predictable finale finally gets started.

On second viewing: still agree with my first impression; though quite entertaining after all.