A wonderful film

Rating: 10/10 (8 August 2003)

When I first saw the trailers to this movie, I wasn't very interested thinking that it was yet another pirate movie. But I was dragged by friends to go watch it on opening night...and was I ever glad I did!!! This is such an amazing movie! It's about 2.5 hours long but you don't even feel it. Everything in the movie is related...there are no scenes that just come out of nowhere. The character development is really good. I especially like the character of Johnny Depp (as Jack Sparrow). His actions and his screen presence is just amazing. Without a doubt, he steals the show as Captain Jack Sparrow. His British accent is also very convincing. It is hilarious to watch him on screen. He is perfect for that role. Orlando Bloom (as Will Turner) is also very good as is Keira Knightely (as Elizabeth Swann). I was half expecting the traditional 'maiden in distress' role for her but surprisingly, her character is far from that. Geoffery Rush (as Capt. Barbossa) is really good as well. The special effects in this movie are amazing. Definitely a movie to watch this summer.