The Best of Films, The Worst of Films

Rating: 6/10 (12 June 2005)

Pirates of the Caribbean wasn't the best movie I've seen, but it wasn't the worst either. If nothing else, it was just plain escapist fun and a swashbuckling adventure ride. It's more style than substance and pretty much just captures your attention because of its cool effects. The plot itself is pretty much nothing spectacular or very surprising. Even though the movie has great actors like Johnny Depp, Keira Knightley, Orlando Bloom, and Geoffrey Rush, I kept on getting the impression that each of them could have somehow done better. Especially Orlando Bloom who didn't really seem to be making much of an effort. I'm told that there's a sequel in the works - two, in fact. So either the producers are leaving room for improvement, or just looking to make a quick buck.