Go Johnny go!

Rating: 9/10 (18 May 2004)

When I first heard that Disney was making a film based on the ride, "Pirates of the Caribbean," I was excited. This was by far my favorite ride at Disneyland as a child. I could just imagine the swashbuckling hero battling the pirates and saving the fair maiden. And sure enough, Disney delivered. I loved this movie.
My favorite part of this movie was: an actor. Johnny Depp. The man is a master. Even with his slurred speech, matted hair, and half black/half gold teeth, I was amazed at how sexy a character can become when Johnny Depp is bringing him to life. I have seen this film four times now, and every time I sit impatiently until Johnny first appears on his sinking ship. Then I am glued to the screen for the rest of the film. Now I'm not saying that the rest of the cast wasn't good. Kiera Knightly was absolutely beautiful, and Orlando Bloom is as cute as he was in the Lord of the Rings trilogy. But I was just completely captivated by Johnny Depp in this film. I can't think of any other actor that could have filled the shoes of Captain Jack Sparrow with such life and zeal. So bravo, Johnny! I can't wait for the sequel.

Rank: 9