Delivers the goods

Rating: Null/10 (17 July 2003)

I saw Pirates of the Caribbean last night at Cine Capri. I was impressed and enjoyed it despite it's run time of 2.5 hours. Yes, there was a bit too much swashbuckling, but it was Geoff Rush and Depp who made the movie so enjoyable. Johnny Depp is a really good actor. I heard that he used Keith Richards as an inspiration for his character. After watching his performance, I believe it. I really liked Geoff. He said "Arrrhhhhgggg" constantly!!! He played a very good pirate. I also thought it was a nice touch that they included several scenes that were directly from the Disneyland ride, such as the jailed pirates trying to get the key from the DOG!!! There was a little kid sitting next to me. He kept saying he was scared. So, I don't know if kids will like it. But I am sure if your kids love disneyland, they will like this movie.
A couple of things that bothered me were 1) the female who always looked perfect, despite the horrid situations she found herself in. Her makeup was always perfect etc. That was a tad bothersome. 2) Some of the hokey one liners delivered by Depp and the female lead. They didn't bother me THAT much, but there were a few lines that were definitely CORNY.
The cinematography was nop notch and the most enjoyable part of the film. It made me yearn to return to the Caribbean. However, now the Caribbean is all cruise ships and tourism.
the Pirates were awesome. I loved the way they turned to skeletons when the moon light shined on them!! They were comical more than fierce.

All in all, 8 dollars well spent.