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Summary: DRINK UP! ME HEARTIES, YO HO!
Review: Sure, let's base a movie on an amusement park ride! At first I thought, "Right. Disney has reached the bottom of its scripting barrel. But Pirates of the Caribbean is a wonderful spin on the immensely likeable Disney ride. Not worth five stars but close.If for nothing else you should watch the movie for Johnny Depp's wonderful performance as Captain Jack Sparrow--a persona that he claims to have modeled after Rolling Stoner Keith Richards. Orlando Bloom proved that he is a one-dimensional actor. All he was was Legolas with dark hair and far less interesting. Geoffrey Rush is outstanding as the eloquent pirate Captain Barbossa. Are we talking about an Academy Award caliber flick here? Not nearly but it's far better than I could have possibly imagined. And it's got the Haunted Mansion beat dead to rights! Let's hope that a movie based on the Tea Cup ride is not forthcoming. Douglas McAllister
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Summary: Pirates Abound
Review: This is a wonderful movie. I don't think I
can give it enough praises really.
It's one of those rare movies that
parents and kids can watch, and enjoy.
At first I was skeptical about watching it, but was very happy
that I had done, so after words.
Believe me you will not be disappointed getting this movie.
It's great fun for the whole family.
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Summary: rlac12
Review: We took our Granddaughters ages 5 and 7 to this. Not only did they sit absolutely still for the whole 2 hrs. and 23 min., they also cracked up laughing at the skeletons and Johnny Depp's antics. When asked if they like the movie the 7 yr. old said "No Grandma we LOVED the movie!"; from the mouths of babes. I have seen it three times and have enjoyed it each time just as much as the first and yes I bought the DVD the day it came out.
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Summary: Bad Story, Bad Adventure, Blockbuster Extravoganza
Review: This movie has the most basic plot and dialog of any movie that I have ever seen. It is quite possible that a second-grader wrote the script. It is hard to look at a crappy epic blockbuster like this seriously. I would show this to my 10 year old boy and no one else. Don't even waste your time.
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Summary: Fun!
Review: This is a wonderful, fun movie to watch. Great for a day that you care to not be to challenged with thought provoking stuff
Rating: 
Summary: I finished, barely, and my husband did not!
Review: It was strange to me that the movie was funny, the acting fine, yet the story not engaging. Perhaps because I'm in my forties and am looking for more depth. Or maybe the movie failed to move beyond humor into character development, thus leaving me with no concern for the story's outcome.
I expect that if I were in my teens or twenties, I would love this movie. So, go ahead and view. But rent before you buy!
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Summary: Bashful's DVD Summary #029
Review: Best: 1) It's an exciting, epic swashbuckling adventure that's often very funny. The pirates are scary-looking, but generally hilarious in their antics.
2) The special effects are fantastic and cutting-edge. You'll have to watch certain scenes in slow motion to really appreciate the quality and seamlessness.
3) It's so jam-packed with sights and sounds you'll need to play it several times to witness everything.
4) It's more fun than the Disney ride because there's more happening, it lasts longer and you don't have to wait in line (ha).
5) There are so many special features you'll get sick of it all before the options run out. Worst: 1) Johnny Depp's drunken English accent gets a bit tedious after awhile (but often makes his funny one-liners come across better).
2) It's hard to keep track of what's going on at any given moment, especially when the fighting action gets crazy. Recommendation: It's all good fun with a lot of rewatch value - and Disney's retail price is unusually reasonable. If you don't love this movie now, you might someday - so get it just in case.
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Summary: Not worth the cash
Review: Pathetic! I gave the DVD away.
Rating:
Summary: Beyond Expectations
Review: It's not the greatest movie ever, but it really does rate high. Why? 1. The special effects. Which almost never are a reason for me to rate a movie highly. The effects are not that great. The way they are used is what's so special. 2. The way they treat violence and sex. How can a PG-13 movie be a family movie? When the subject matter is treated with . . . discretion. For example, we aren't treated to the blood spurting decapitation scenes, even though the primary weapon is the sword. But we know that plenty of blood is being spilled. 3. Johnny Depp continues to be an actor first, not a model. Ditto for Orlando Bloom. They, and lots of others, are perfect in their roles. All in all, an unexpected surprise. And good fun. If you're looking for an action/romance, this one won't disappoint.
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Summary: Caribbean cruisers set sail for wonderful movie!
Review: 'Pirates of the Caribbean - The Curse of the Black Pearl' is a wonderful film. The cast includes handsome Johnny Depp, Spunky Orlando Bloom and the beautiful Keira Knightley.
The actors and actresses are perfect for the parts that they play. The plot is interesting and keeps you in suspense. A new twist on pirate movies. This is a movie full of laughs and enjoyment. You'll love it if you loved the ride or if you love Orlando Bloom and Johnny Depp.
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