Best of the four?

Rating: 8/10 (22 July 2011)

Arguably the best of the series so far, P.O.T.C. 4 really lets Johnny Depp shine in his role. You can really tell that he's enjoying himself, but he manages to be excited without detracting from the character. Instead, it makes Captain Jack seem that much more believable (not to mention entertaining).
Visually, this movie was quite charming. I saw it in 3D, and it successfully takes advantage of 3D without being garish. It was enough that you knew you were seeing a 3D movie without making you flinch every five seconds when something leaps at you. The set and costumes, as usual, were great, some bordering on impeccable.
This movie really embodies what I think the Pirates series was all about--a little humor, a little romance, plenty of swashbuckling action and a lot of fun. At some point the writers may have gotten caught up in the love triangle brewing with Elizabeth, Will, and Jack but this movie successfully steers away from that. It would be enjoyable for audiences of many ages.