Perfect! Disney makes a good one at last

Rating: 10/10 (12 July 2003)

Finally Disney makes a movie that is better quality than a Saturday morning cartoon. That's not counting Pixar's efforts, because they were an acquisition and is still run as a separate company. This one is lacking the usual Disney over-hype and commercialization too, probably because Pirate baby toys don't work. And it's the first Disney movie in years I didn't know what to expect -- the rest were spoiled by all the toys and books coming out a week before release.
This is a terrific movie, the best film of the year so far. Original story, solid plot, solid action, amazing effects that fit, great dialogue.
Depp's pirate makes the movie. He is one of those few actors who can play any role (or maybe one of the few who get the chance to try). Rush plays an excellent villain, and gets some of the best lines. Bloom and his love interest play more stock adventure characters.
It's not for the younger set. It's dark, violent in spots, and a lot of people get skewered, including "good" guys. My 8 year old loved it but he was scared in several scenes, and he doesn't scare easily. It ends with a good message and warm feelings though.