great characters, poor plot

Rating: 6/10 (26 January 2008)

I liked the movie overall. I guess it appeals to all, as a Disney made film. Swashbuckling and generally an energetic ball of adventure.
Jack Sparrow gets all the best lines..and is great. The romance is fine, as is the pirate comedy. There are a lot of special effects, some of which are a little overdone. For example, the Goonies style pirates of Davy John.
However, I think the plot lets this movie down, especially the laborious ending, which actually never ends but is just a precursor to the next film.
How do writer's get away with this? It had so much potential and falls flat on its face in the resolution! With years of experience, I am just surprised that experienced writers cannot see where a plot begins to fall apart. I wonder if they are underestimating their audience.
In summary, if you enjoyed the style of the first, then no doubt many elements will tickle your fancy... don't be too disappointed with the resolution and ending. The writer's could have done better!