Viewed in
2003 (x2), 2004, 2005, 2006
Premise
A movie loosely based on the Disneyland ride.
Who should watch
Fans of the cast. Anyone who wants a fun adventure.
Thoughts
This film was the definition of a summer movie. It was adventurous, goofy, exciting, loud and innocuous. You could marvel at the special effects and action, but then you would miss out on the fun. I enjoyed the sense of humor and twists on pirate cliches. It harkened back to the days of 'The Adventure of Robin Hood'.
On top of this, the cast was great. Orlando Bloom and Keira Knightley were wonderful eye candy. Geoffery Rush and Jonathan Pryce milked their performances. But of course the biggest reason to watch this film was the great Johnny Depp's creation of Captain Jack Sparrow. Everything from his eye shadow to his entrance was deliciously inventive.
What I would change
It could have been 10 minutes shorter.
