I tried to explain the reasons why I liked/disliked the movie without letting out any spoilers.

Rating: 10/10 (6 September 2003)

I just saw Pirates this afternoon and to be truly sincere, I liked very much and I don't think that I would change 1 single bit from the film.
I liked the fact that the action started immediately. MAYBE there were some parts (small ones but) that were slightly far-fetched but the result was good with them. The film length was just right not too short, neither long - 1 point in favour. Another thing I liked about the film was that some parts were predictable and others weren't. Also, I think that every action had a purpose and wasn't done just to fill in time. The actors were very good. Johnny Depp was hilarious. So were certain lines. Another good thing about the film was that humour was spread here and there not all in one go. One point against the film was that I wasn't exactly sure why the blood was needed to lift the curse. Either it wasn't specified or else I was too busy admiring Orlando Bloom and missed that part. (For those who haven't seen the film - sorry if I seem vague or senseless but I don't want to give any information on the storyline.) You will find fight scenes galore which I really enjoyed and there's this particular scene when the pirates step in and out of the moonlight which I really loved. Film summary: mixture of pirates, romance, action, magic and luck. By the way, Jonathan Bryce has a very very funny scene and we simply couldn't stop laughing my mum and I. My advice is that this film is definitely worth a try. In fact if I have the chance I would certainly go see it another time. Congrats to all the cast & crew.