A Swishy-Buckled Pirate, if you ask me

Rating: 8/10 (16 July 2006)

"Pirates of the Caribbean: DEAD MAN'S CHEST" Starring Johnny Depp as Capt. Jack Sparrow IMDb.com Movie Review: Now I must say that it seems quite unlikely that a swishy-buckled character like the Capt. Jack Sparrow could ever earn the allegiance of a crew of crusty old salts who fancy themselves Pirates. But this is a Hollywood MOVIE, not a recruiting film for the U.S. Navy or His Majesty's Fleet. Given that caveat, among myself and a flock of friends who went to see "Chest" last night, it could be said that, "A good time was had by all." If you want to see the movie, I'd dare say, that's all you need to know. Go & enjoy it.
To me, it was slightly romantic; somewhat imaginative; and a bit choppy in plot & editing. But it has great sense of humour. ... Enjoy it as it is. That's right, I did NOT see the first "Pirates", but that didn't seem to matter. And, yes, there is ample evidence that a sequel is in the offing. Another take it or leave it proposition. I recently saw "Click" and found that to be more cause for thought or reflection.  If you want cerebral, read a book. If you want a swishy-buckled Captain, Jack Sparrow will swoop you off your feet. Depp's Devil doesn't wear Prada, but he looks like he'd like to ! ... 8/10. Cliff Hall+++.