It may be sinking, but it's still "see"-worthy! (PUN WARNING)

Rating: 7/10 (19 June 2017)

I personally love the franchise. But it has definitely died down and hit some hidden reefs every now and then. But this brings the ship back to sea level.
The film itself is not at all a masterpiece, but no ship wreck either. If you judge it as a stand alone film. It's worthy of about 3 or 4 stars. But this is a Pirates of the Caribbean film! So you must join the crew, down the rum, and raise the damn flag!
As a Pirates of the Caribbean film, this has all you could love! Jack Sparrow. Witty dialogue. Campy scenes. And of course, the cringe worthy jokes. It may not be the first film, but is certainly no third. It's a mix of good and bad. But it's not exactly meh.
If you liked the others, you'll like this one. If not, then maybe this'll raise your sails to the franchise!
I personally was disappointed no Alestorm songs were used in the film (wasted opportunity) and I personally forgot the tongue in cheek style of the franchise. So of naturally I was put off course in the theater.
However, there's one scene, (not saying what it is because I want this to be spoiler free) that made me realize that despite it's flaws and tattered sails, people care for the characters this world has made. And that takes true film craftsman'ship'!
Overall, if you go in expecting a campy Pirates of the Caribbean film, you will NOT be disappointed. But if you expect something serious or cinematically fantastic, you'll be let down, but still be able to enjoy the film. And other than a few godawful jokes. This film is pretty good! And I would recommend it to a fan or someone interested in the franchise any day!
...sorry for all the pirate puns. I'm personally sad I didn't get to make a 'why is the rum gone?' joke but I hope you enjoyed and found this somewhat helpful anyway!