An excellent surprise

Rating: 10/10 (1 October 2003)

This was a movie whose trailor was played all day, everyday, as the build-up to the release loomed here in Cape Town. Me, im one for swash-buckling pirates and handsome hero's, so of course i was intruiged and dutifully paid the fee to see the movie, although i have to add that my expectations were sky high, and this is normally a recipe for intense disappointment.
But not this day, this movie. It had me from the opening sequence, to the end credits and left me wanting more. i found the entire movie a marvel, the characters well scripted and perfectly brought to life. above all of that though, the humour and wit brought forth by the wondeful Jack Sparrow and counterparts made the film. the chemistry was perfect and this is definitely a movie i would indeed pay to see once again.
as mentioned, Johnny Depp was PERFECTLY cast as Jack Sparrow, Captain Jack Sparrow that is. He melded with this character and there is truthfully none other i could see in the role. it was tailor made and he fit it like a glove. it was also interestingly refreshing to see him in a role that departed from the "Sleepy Hollow" "From Hell" spectrums of the last few years.
Orlando Bloom, an actor surrounded with much hype. and i have to say much deserved. He was fantastic, and a wonderful support. Will Turners chemistry with Captain Jack is a marvel to watch and i found myself smiling an aweful lot. and yes, i too drowned in his gorgeously long lashed eyes!
Kiera Knightly, the herione is one that i did not care for much. despite her success in Bend it like Beckham, Kiera never really captivated me, but even she had me smiling and praising the casting directors for their choice. she was lovely and a wonderful foil for the otherwise all male cast.
there is no other rating but 5/5; 10/10 Excellent, and more inportantly a movie that EVERYONE, adult and child alike would love. something for everyone!!!