Second film in the series, better for me the second time around!

Rating: 8/10 (16 November 2012)

I saw this film a while ago, probably when it came out in theaters, but I wasn't at all thrilled so I dismissed it as yet "another crappy sequel". Now that I saw it again, I wonder why I did that. It is not another crappy sequel after all.
Granted, it is not exactly a masterpiece or anything, but it is fun and entertaining (and has the same vibe of Curse of the Black Pearl, which is a good thing in my book). It has an interesting plot... and it still has Jack Sparrow, along with Johnny Depp's superb acting! Also, I have to give kudos to the special effects department! The look of Davy Jones, his crew and the Flying Dutchmen is simply haunting, and very creative. These "sea monsters" (so to speak) contrast very well with the "pirate ghosts" of Curse of the Black Pearl.
My only two criticism are the random situation with Jack/ Will Turner and the cannibals, and the slight overuse of Pintel and Ragetti.
I've yet to see the third, but considering I just regained my interest in the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise, I might as well enjoy it.
If you haven't seen this film but enjoyed the first, I highly recommend it.