Yo ho, a pirate's life for me!

Rating: 10/10 (7 July 2006)

This is the summer blockbuster to end all summer blockbusters. After seeing this movie, I don't even remember what else I've seen this summer.
The sequel picks up right where the first movie ended without being contrived or predictable. I was a little worried at first, after seeing previews of Davy Jones (cursed captain of the Flying Dutchman, not the "Monkee") and his motley crew of mutants. I thought perhaps Disney had sailed off course and decided to make a monster movie rather than a pirate movie. But, shiver me timbers, Pirates skillfully ties in sea faring legend and myth to create a mysterious back story for Jack that leads to an exciting supernatural adventure.
There's a treasure-trove of amazing swordplay action--- incredible three way sword fight scene, plot twists, special effects --- one word, Kraken, a bit of romance, humor and surprises. The movie is rated PG-13, and there's definitely some intense scenes that may be too scary for younger audiences.
The ending ***no spoiler *** made me want to shout. Definitely, has me eagerly anticipating the sequel. This is, in my opinion, the summer's "must see" movie. And like the first movie, be sure to stay after the credits.