After watching bits of this film on the television, I think it was last Christmas when it was on I decided that I wanted to see it all as it looked very good and also I like Johnny Depp and think all of his films are great.
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The idyllic pirate life of roguish yet charming Captain Jack Sparrow (Johnny Depp in an ... more
Oscar-nominated performance) capsizes after his nemesis the wily Captain Barbossa (Geoffrey Rush) steals his ship the Black Pearl and later attacks the town of P...
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From producer Jerry Bruckheimer (Pearl Harbor) and director Gore Verbinski (Mouse Hunt) ... more
comes the thrilling, high-seas adventure Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse Of The Black Pearl. The roguish yet charming Captain Jack Sparrow's (Johnny Depp) idyll...
Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl pulses with heart pounding ... more
excitement in a Blu-ray 2-disc set created from the original digital source files. Starring Johnny Depp, Disney's action-packed thrill ride delivers more mile-a-minute adventure than ever in this mind-boggling format.Climb aboard as legendary pirate Captain Jack Sparrow and young sword-maker Will Turner join forces to rescue a governor's daughter from a band of bloodthirsty, undead pirates. See the glint of each sword with eye-piercing clarity. Hear the waves crash, and feel the explosive impact of every cannon blast with audio technology so advances, it'll blow you away! Taste the salty brine in the air and experience Pirates as if for the very first time with Disney Blu-ray - Magic in High Definition.
One might expect a modicum of good-natured "Yo-ho-ho-ing"--or maybe a little rousing ... more
Korngold/Errol Flynn/Captain Blood orchestral romanticism--on Pirates of the Caribbean: Curse of the Black Pearl, what with its being loosely based on the popular Disney theme-park audio-animatronic ride. Instead composer Klaus Badelt initially entices us with some sparing Celtic folk charm, then unleashes a furious broadside of symphonic and choral thunder to rival his ominous score for K-19. The composer's fellow German mentor is an obvious influence throughout (the album is credited, with a wink, as "Score overproduced by Hans "Long John" Zimmer") but Badelt brings his own muscular instincts to bear throughout. Perhaps shrewdly realising that genre clichés are nothing if not for reinventing, Badelt delivers his rhythmically nervous Eurocentric sensibilities--sort of Holst duels Shostakovich on the Spanish Main--with the subtlety of a scorching cannonball. It's seasoned with a little romantic respite in the final act, if a bit gingerly, and could no doubt profit by some of Korngold's sparkling melodic verve. But it's a loud, unabashed Summer Blockbuster score at heart; alert the neighbours. --Jerry McCulley
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Loosely based on the popular Disney theme park audio-animatronic ride, one might expect a ... more
modicum of good-natured "Yo-ho-ho-ing"--or maybe a little rousing Korngold/Errol Flynn/Captain Blood orchestral romanticism--here. Instead composer Klaus Badelt initially entices us with some sparing Celtic folk charm, then unleashes a furious broadside of symphonic and choral thunder to rival his ominous score for K-19. The composer's fellow German mentor is an obvious influence throughout (the album is credited with a wink as "Score overproduced by Hans 'Long John' Zimmer") but Badelt brings his own muscular instincts to bear throughout. Perhaps shrewdly realizing that genre cliches are nothing if not for reinventing, Badelt delivers his rhythmically nervous Eurocentric sensibilities--sort of Holst duels Shostakovich on the Spanish Main--with the subtlety of a scorching cannonball. It's seasoned with a little romantic respite in the final act, if a bit gingerly, and could no doubt profit by some of Korngold's sparkling melodic verve. But it's a loud, unabashed Summer Blockbuster score at heart; alert the neighbors. --Jerry McCulley
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Action/Adventure - Director: Gore Verbinski - Original Language: English - Classification: 12 years and over - Starring:Bill Nighy, Keira Knightley, Johnny Depp, Geoffrey Rush, Orlando Bloom, Chow Yun-Fat
Production Year: 2002 - Action/Adventure - Director: Vincenzo Natali - Original Language: English - Classification: 15 years and over - Starring:Lucy Liu, David Hewlett, Anne Marie Scheffler, Joseph Scoren, Matthew Sharp, Jeremy Northam
Production Year: 1964 - Action/Adventure - Director: Cyril Endfield - Original Language: English - Classification: Parental Guidance - Starring:Stanley Baker, Jack Hawkins, Ulla Jacobsson, James Booth, Michael Caine, Nigel Green
Advantages: Super acting, great story, some very funny moments Disadvantages: None
...notices he is wearing a pirates medallion. Elizabeth takes this medallion so he will not be suspected of being a pirate.
The film moves on a few years then and we see Elizabeth is all grown up and still living in Port Royal with her Father who is the Governor, William is also in Port Royal working as a blacksmith. Elizabeth receives a marriage proposal but she unfortunately faints and falls over the wall on her home and into the sea. ... ...of a wave so other pirates know where it is. Will jumps into the sea and saves Elizabeth but unbeknown to them danger lies ahead from the medallion.
Captain Jack turns up in Port Royal where he manages to cause havoc and results in getting locked up in prison with the prospect of going to the gallows as he is a pirate. Whilst he is in jail the wily Captain Barbossa and his crew arrive in Port Royal aboard the Black Pearl. The Black ... more
After watching bits of this film on the television, I think it was last Christmas when it was on I decided that I wanted to see it all as it looked very good and also I like Johnny Depp and think all of his films are great.
The film starts with a young girl, Elizabeth (later played by Keira Knightley) sailing on a ship to Port Royal when they come across a ship which has been destroyed by pirates, they find a small boy in the water and rescue him. Elizabeth finds out his name is William Turner (played by Orlando Bloom) but she also notices he is wearing a pirates medallion. Elizabeth takes this medallion so he will not be suspected of being a pirate.
The film moves on a few years then and we see Elizabeth is all grown up and still living in Port Royal with her Father who is the Governor, William is also in Port Royal working as a blacksmith. Elizabeth receives a marriage proposal but she unfortunately faints and falls over the wall on her home and into the sea. She has on her person the pirates medallion which once in the water sets of a wave so other pirates know where it is. Will jumps into the sea and saves Elizabeth but unbeknown to them danger lies ahead from the medallion.
Captain Jack turns up in Port Royal where he manages to cause havoc and results in getting locked up in prison with the prospect of going to the gallows as he is a pirate. Whilst he is in jail the wily Captain Barbossa and his crew arrive in Port Royal aboard the Black Pearl. The Black Pearl is Captain Jacks ship which he had stolen from him when his crew and Barbossa left him stranded on a deserted island. Barbossa is searching for the medallion which Elizabeth has and when he finds her she says her name is Elizabeth Turner which results in Barbossa taking her as well as the medallion. The medallion is needed so the curse on Barbossa and his crew can be lifted.
Will Turner seeks the help of Captain Jack to go and rescue Elizabeth but Jack agrees only in order to get his ship back. Will Jack and Will be able to get to Elizabeth in time and will Captain Jack ever become Captain of the Black Pearl again?
I absolutely loved this film from start to finish. The story was very good and all of the actors played their parts excellently. Johnny Depp took his role of Captain Jack to a new level and had me laughing out loud at some of the things which he did. I do find that his facial expressions and his eyes always give more to his characters. Orlando Bloom and Keira Knightley were also very convincing in their roles and Geoffrey Rush also made a great part of Barbossa.
The film had some great special effects especially when the pirates were in the moon light and were all skeletons and weird things! I though the one eyed pirate was very funny and also his friend, they both helped to give a little more depth to the story.
The sword fights were all very good and the actors must have endured hours of training to get them looking so good and convincing.
I did find that at some points in the film had me jumping and the next part I would be laughing out loud. This film really does make you feel lots of different felling which is always very good. I did find at some points I did have to concentrate especially when the pirates were all making deals with each other as I was starting to loose track of who was working with who!
The DVD which I have only has an audio commentary as a bonus feature.
The film was Produced by Jerry Bruckhelmer and Directed by Gore Verbinski. The running time of the film is 137 minutes which I feel is just the right length as no part of the film seemed to drag.
The film has a certificate of 12 which is very suitable as some of the scenes with the undead pirates may be disturbing for younger viewers.
I paid just under £5 for my copy from Amazon so shop around for a bargain.
I highly recommend this film as it is a wonderfully funny and adventurous offering from Walt Disney.
sewbizzie 20.12.2008 (20.12.2008)
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Advantages: Brilliant pure brilliance Disadvantages: er er none
...three great film from the Pirates of the Carribbean Triology. If the film it introduces us to the wonderful and mysterious world of Capitain Jack Sparrow, the girl searching for a more adventus path and a young man learn who he is all of there lifes meet to create a perfect tale of love, passition, beytrail and exellent comdey.
I enjoyed this film so much I am a great fan of this movie and it is a lot more than a one minite blockbuster. I like it ...
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Advantages: Orlando Bloom(for his looks), Johnny Depp - great actor, funny Disadvantages: some wooden acting from orlando and keira
What would you say to a film that not only included young international heart-throb Orlando Bloom, but the gorgeous, extremely talented actor that is Mr Johnny Depp? And one that you can watch over and over again? Umm, Yes Please!!!
Pirates of the Caribbean- The Curse of the BlackPearl was released in cinema's in Summer 2003 and is based on the Disney theme park ride. The DVD version was released in December 2003, making it an ideal christmas present for adults and kids(over 12 mind you) alike. Hours of fun can be had with a film that has elements both parents and and their children will enjoy.
Action, comedy, romance, this films got it all!
Directed by Gore Verbinski
Produced by Jerry Bruckheimer
Music by Klaus Badelt
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Johnny Depp - Jack Sparrow
Geoffrey Rush - Captain Barbossa
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Advantages: Orlando Bloom, Johnny Depp, GREAT ACTORS Disadvantages: Fight scenes could have been larger.
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Pirates of The Caribean: Curse of the BlackPearl is produced by Jerry Bruckheimer of Pearl Harbour fame, and directed by Gore Verbinski, creator of well-known thriller The Ring. With these very renowned films under the mens belts, you know that it is going to be a good film. It is a certificate twelve and has been given the following descriptions in the age rating guidelines:
Language: Infrequent, mild
Sex/Nudity: None
Violence: Some moderate
Other: Some moderate horror.
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Now weve got the introduction done, lets get onto the real subject and cut to the chase. The film features 2 particularly well-known actors, and another 2 for you film fanatics out there, you know ...
attractive cast. The BlackPearl in all it's decrepit glory is featured below the actor's faces, highlighted by moonlight [a key part of the story].
It's probably worth mentioning now that the film is a certificate 12. However, I sincerely doubt the hardened children of today will have much of an issue with any of the things depicted in this particular yarn. Compared to Saw, Hostel and all the other grisly and gruesome modern flicks people half my age seem to be obsessed by, I'd hazard a guess that this is suitable for ages much lower than 12.
The film itself is action packed, beautiful, moving and engrossing. Forget anything you've heard about this film's sequels - this is a true work of art. I found myself clinging to my seat as fearsome pirates attacked the Caribbean town of Port Royal and kidnapped the lovely Elizabeth Swann [Keira ...
Loosely inspired by the a Disney theme-park ride, PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: THE CURSE OF THE BLACK PEARL is a swashbuckling high-seas tale directed by Gore Verbinski. When camp Captain Jack Sparrow (Johnny Depp), an eccentric rogue, arrives at Port Royal, he barely avoids going down with his ship. Soon enough, he's in the market for a new one, but not before he saves the life of Elizabeth Swann (Keira Knightley), the beautiful daughter of the governor (Jonathan Pryce). This act of bravery sets into motion a sweeping adventure involving Elizabeth's childhood friend, blacksmith Will Turner (Orlando Bloom); a mysterious medallion; and a legendary pirate ship, the Black Pearl. The Pearl's mottled Captain Barbossa (Geoffrey Rush) wants Elizabeth's doubloon necklace, and when she's kidnapped by the ol' salty dog and his crew, Sparrow and young Will must rescue her and find out the truth behind the ship's curse. Verbinski's PIRATES is a welcome throwback to Hollywood offerings of yesteryear, filled with rope-swinging heroes, crusty villains, treasure hoards, swift swordplay, and even wittier wordplay. Screenwriters Terry Rossio and Ted Elliott have crafted one of the most clever action-movie scripts in many moons, and this gives the filmmakers and cast (especially Depp) plenty of room to cut loose. Although the skeletal pirates may be a bit frightening for small children, there's lots of humour to temper the scary moments, making PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: THE CURSE OF THE BLACK PEARL a nearly flawless fun film.
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