A Magnificent Romp

Rating: 9/10 (9 July 2006)

It was always going to be tough to beat the 1st movie, to even equal the magnificence that is POTC 1 would be a challenge, but I think that this film eclipsed it!! Funny, Interesting, captivating and spectacular are all words that could be applied to the latest instalment of POTC. There are so many trilogy's that have failed their audiences at the second helping but I have to say that this movie was not one of them. There is more action, better special effects and a well written storyline that beautifully follows on from the first one. The humour is still present and correct, and further development of the characters only serves to make you love them even more. This movie feels more in depth. The first only served to skim over the surface of what these movies are about, setting up a taster of what is ahead. New characters enrich the movie and all of the actors (with the exception of Depp who is always captivating to watch) seem to have got better at what they do. POTC - Dead Man's Chest is a fantastic movie with an unexpected ending that leaves you begging for more - I personally cant wait until next summer and if I could I would book my seat now!!