Transamerica Pyramid (skyline shots in Rise of the Planet of the Apes)

The 2011 film Rise of the Planet of the Apes includes establishing shots and skyline views that show the Transamerica Pyramid as part of San Francisco's recognizable downtown silhouette. The building's distinctive pyramid shape is used in the film's depiction of the city and appears in several exterior sequences. These skyline images tie the film's action to real San Francisco landmarks.