Very good film

Rating: 8/10 (22 December 2006)

I rarely see action films and resisted seeing the first film because it sounded too silly, despite the presence of the magical Johnny Depp. Eventually, though, I did see it and loved it. This gave me very high expectations for the second. For much of it, I was awestruck and, for a while, thought it was better than the first. However, as it dragged on the on, I started getting weary, wishing it would just wind it self up. An example is the water wheel sequence, which was initially clever and well-done but just went on way longer than necessary. I got the joke! Much like the 2nd Lord Of The Rings (which REALLY bored me) and Superman Returns (which I generally enjoyed), it could have easily been cut more judiciously. Despite that, I recommend you see it. I think you'll have a good time! One thumb up! 8/10.