Wind in Yer Sails, Me Hearties

Rating: 8/10 (4 February 2006)

When I first heard about this film, I have to say I felt underwhelmed. Another movie based off of a Disney ride, oh what fun! Despite the presence of Johnny Depp and Orlando Bloom giving "Pirates" a little star credibility, I believed that this movie would be sunk* at the box office.
However, after I saw it, I had a complete change of heart. It was as funny and as exciting as most of my friends had avowed. "Pirates" is a light-hearted action filled romp, perfect for idling away an afternoon. Certainly, some of the acting was a little over the top (i.e., Depp and Rush), but that seems fitting for this movie. I am now eagerly awaiting "Dead Man's Chest" and hoping that it will live up to the standard that its predecessor set.
*I apologize sincerely for this terrible pun. I couldn't help myself.