Okay but not great

Rating: 5/10 (14 July 2006)

I loved the first film and thought the trailers were showing some good points for this one. However, it never lived up to the first movie. I think this one had three problems. It dragged a lot of the time. The story wasn't as strong as that in the first film. Orlando Bloom, didn't hold his own with the other actors. HIgh points for this film, Kiera Knightley did very well and held her own with Depp. The set and scenery were great. It was a pirate movie. Then of course there was Johnny Depp. This movie is worth seeing, it just isn't the first one. However, I usually don't like the second movie in a trilogy setting and I think third installment has already been shot. I am definitely looking forward to that film. Again, an enjoyable movie, but if you have to wait and rent it on DVD, don't sweat it, you won't miss anything.