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Pirates Of The Caribbean: The Curse Of The Black Pearl - 9/10/2005 9:08:08 PM

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perfect plunder - 16/5/2006 11:29:26 AM

alexisreaver2132

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An amazing triumph of a film, fun, witty, brilliant screen play and so entertaining puts some other films to shame. Its nice to see a live disney film that is actually a success rather than a flop of mush. Loved johnny depp, loved the feel of the film, loved it all really. Masterful acting, and a perfect cast combined with a perfect environment eg the carribean you have got yourself a classic, perfect film!

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- 11/6/2006 11:26:45 AM

huny_monster

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From: Falkirk, Scotland

A bit long, but other than an exceptional film.

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All out adventure. Classic fun that's impossible to res... - 12/6/2006 8:16:02 PM

Rich Empire

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From: London

Redefining what good family blockbuster films are for me. This surprised me the first time I saw it in the cinema as I was expecting a good to average film but totally fell for it hook, line and sinker. Johnny Depp is on storming form conjuring the irresistable and now classic Captain Jack Sparrow. The rest of the cast carry the film well with Depp. Geoff Rush provides a great nemesis to Sparrow with plenty of evil laughs and "Arrrrs" to boot. Both Orlando Bloom and Keira Knightley are solid as the young love interests and keep the pace of the film going whilst the action is taking a breather. Jonathan Price adds a touch of extra class and polishes off this film to a fine sheen.
Watching this film reminds me of the feeling I used to get when watching the Indiana Jones films when I was young. The fun and adventure, coupled with great charaters and a script that's tight. The look of the film is first rate aswell, the sets are breath taking and adds so much atmosphere you can almost taste the rum. Great stuff. Every boys childhood dream.
Five Stars.

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- 2/7/2006 9:08:44 PM

casino

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this is a great film

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- 7/7/2006 3:18:34 AM

badsanta

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From: Shanghai

I was expecting a lot from a movie that promised comedy, adventure, romance - and ghost-pirates. Depp's performance does steal the film, Keira is a vision, and the skeletal pirates are worth waiting for, but I can't help thinking it could have been much better.

The plot seems to go round in circles, the secondary characters are all limp and charmless (with the exception of Jonathon Price's, but that's largely down to Price's ability to make the most of very little); and the humour just doesn't work: all that 'parlez' business wears thin very quickly - and it wasn't funny the first time. MacKenzie Crook is wasted, and who are those other pirates? Surely a film like this is begging for some genuine British comic support: Ricky Gervais, Rik and Ade, Steve Coogan: where were you?

If this film had been made in the 60's it would have starred Michael Caine, Oliver Reed and Diana Rigg; with Peter Sellers, Pete and Dud, John Le Mesurier, and Frankie Howard in the supporting roles. No doubt, Irene Handel would have popped up, too.

Until someone makes a film that really does combine swashbuckling, comedy, romance and horror successfully - with a good story - I'll watch the Mummy again.

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- 9/7/2006 4:47:31 AM

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wicked - 11/7/2006 1:39:51 PM

Newg

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loved the darn thing! who could ever give it lessd than 5 stars. everyone is sooooo good in it, and it has a storyline, (something rare in a disney film!)

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Pirates is the best film - 29/7/2006 4:51:14 PM

staceyann90

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this is the best film in the world

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- 30/7/2006 1:04:34 AM

tired_geek86

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From: Windsor, Berkshire

Not a bad word to say about it, everything about this movie is fantastic, except Kiera Knightly! Everything has to have one flaw

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- 30/7/2006 1:04:35 AM

tired_geek86

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From: Windsor, Berkshire

Not a bad word to say about it, everything about this movie is fantastic, except Kiera Knightly! Everything has to have one flaw

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5 stars is a bit much - 29/12/2006 9:56:47 PM

The Tom

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At most this film is a 4 star, btu its harmless light fun of no real consequence or quality.

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POTC - 24/2/2007 5:15:04 PM

rockerjo

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remind mewhy this is a 12. there is a bit of violence and i have seen scarier ghost in casper. anyway back to the review. there are good performances in this from bloom and depp, there is a good storyline and brilliantly directed but that dosent give the movie 5 stars it goes on for too long and overall it isnt that interesting watching piratesget drunk. The comedy isnt funny-at all but waaaaaaaay better than potc 2. An exceptional film but there ARE faults.

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Most fun I had in 2003 - 26/5/2007 12:39:15 PM

Ace Rothstein

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Pirates of the carribean has an infectious sense of fun and speed that may tire some but this is anincredibly exciting film for the most part. The film demonstrates great sword fights and extrodinary special effects. However whatultimately lends even greater distinction and credibility to this blockbuster is Johny Depp. The film fells to long but in comparison to the recent sequels, one cannot complain too much. However, the film is a bit exhausting. By the ending, even the most tolerant filmgoer will feel exhausted by all the onslaught of events in the film. However, superb entetainment.

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Great Film SAVVY - 7/7/2007 9:55:03 PM

AlexanderThraves

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Pirates is a great film if yiu stick to it there are some long dragging moments but that makes up for the non stop action!

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- 15/8/2007 10:04:34 AM

Big Alex

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A action adventure treat and could beat the LOTR film's and has overcome the dark day's since the The Lord of the Ring's trilogy ended and has set a new mark on the map for action adventure comedie's.

Johnny Depp in one of his finest role's and Orlando Bloom has become a more known face now. Keira Knightley has become the sex icon of film's at the start of the new mellenium.

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- 24/10/2007 4:45:18 PM

bobbyperu

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still think Orlando Bloom is a shit actor

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- 3/12/2007 10:30:12 AM

samthemanc

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Great fun, has the mark of a great film in the way that you can watch it again and again and again and...

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Best of 2003!!! - 30/1/2008 1:19:28 PM

lewey T

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This film was my favourite of 2003!!!
Full of laughs and action!
I could watch this film again and again!

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Bloody brilliant - 1/2/2008 1:54:42 AM

lynnshep

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From: USA

Funny, exciting, action packed, scary. A pirate movie that's not a pirate movie. Filled with nice little touches that play brilliantly off the stereotypes and images of pirates. Depp is astounding. JACK SPARROW FOREVER. Only he could have pulled that character off and still made the film believable and interesting.

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- 15/2/2008 6:21:02 PM

cdjwfan

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From: Cork

One of the best films (if not the best) of 2003!!! Funny, exciting and entertaining !! Brilliant!!

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I haven't had this much carnal pleasure since I ate my ... - 27/2/2008 1:21:40 PM

blaud

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I really enjoyed this. I thought this was a brilliant piece of filmmaking. sadly, the others didn't follow suit.

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- 22/4/2008 12:24:12 AM

nc_jj

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From: Manchester.

Man, this is really awesome. I really don't like films of this genre, but I loved this. Highly recommended. You definitely have to see this.

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The Best Live-Action For Years. - 30/4/2008 8:41:06 AM

joanna likes films

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I remember going to see it with my family in screen 4, one of the best comfortable seats ever and we are all blown away with this movie full of action, adventure and romance. It takes you in a new level away from reality, something wonderful and makes your dreams as a pirate frightfully real! Johnny Depp is without doubt the best in this movie, he is charming and very funny as Captain Jack Sparrow, I adore him in this movie and I'm glad he had a Oscar nom because his perfomance is utterly brillant. Orlando Bloom and Keria Knightley were fine as the young lovers, making their romance strong and true. Geoffrey Rush is the best as the scary Captain Barbossa, the best baddie yet. The special effects and backgrounds were amazing, totally jaw-dropping. In all, the best live-action movie in years and this is truely a blockbuster.

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WHAT THE HECK ARE YOU ALL TALKING ABOUT! - 27/6/2008 4:06:49 PM

JohnPaul1996

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What is so great about this film.Johnny Depp is brilliant in it and it can be funny at parts, but 5 stars,is every one crazy.Keira and Orlando drive me crazy!

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Fun, Enjoyable, Silly and Amusing...it really is based ... - 29/1/2009 9:56:41 AM

THE DALTONATOR

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i loved the Pirates of the Caribbean ride at disney and couldnt wait to see the film. it did not dissapoint Johnny Depp dominates the screen with his fun, exciting and charismatic Captain Jack being the heartbeat of this film. His role and performance sets the whole beat down for the film its fun, action packed, amusing, adventure, enjoyable and exciting. It had all the ingredients for an action packed summer blockbuster, the rogue hero, the love story, the action and the villain. all wrapped up with a great score and action scenes a truly enjoyable adventure film

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But why's the rum gone?? - 20/9/2009 1:24:08 PM

deppfanatic

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From: Bicester

Great fun for all ages, it has everything- action,pirates, humour, brilliant effects,amazing cast and a good plot what more do you need? It was Captain Jack Sparrow that stole the show with his witty remarks, drunken walk, and why's the rum gone ? which made it so entertaining. I've even got a Jack sparrow tattoo xx

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A fun ride of plenty - 1/4/2010 6:54:33 PM

megank13

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What more could you want. Pirates, humour for all ages. Johnny Depp's brilliant turn as Captain Jack Sparrow, Aside from all the pirate fun, there is a lovely romance story between Orlando and Keira's characters, and the CGI neither dead nor alive pirates is beautifully done. All in all, a perfect blockbuster acquring all people's tastes! :D Can i add how brilliant Depp's Sparrow really is, he completes the movie, and makes it as well! Wonderful

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What are you people smoking? - 20/4/2010 12:13:29 AM

Shambino

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This film is terrible!, Orlando Bloom and Keira Knightley can't act, the action is dull because there is lame jokes thrown in while it's happening, and i have no idea why Depp gets so many plaudit's for his performance IT'S ANNOYING!.
The plot is boring, the acting is either wooden or hammy, the jokes aren't funny, the action scene's suck!. Why do people like this film?

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Full of Awesomeness - 4/3/2011 4:13:30 PM

tonidepp16

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This film has the ultimate package of everything to entertain a variety of audiences: action, adventure, excitement/suspense, romance, comedy. In my opinion, Depp's best performance and the film that made me notice how amazing of an actor he is; he is Captain Jack, through and through and what made money for Disney through out the whole franchise. It's one of those films which would never get boring to watch and will continue to watch until I'm old & grey!

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