Looks like Magnus has found his new Lawrence of Arabia.

Dude, you'll get alot of this before the hype settles and it really starts to sink in.. This biggest complaint I've read is that the movie is just too long and should've been trimmed by a 1/2 hour and Johnny Depp doesn't show up for nearly an hour into the movie, plus they said the violence is a little more harsh for younger kids to which could hurt in the end, but for now, just let folks get it out of their system and wait a day or 2 for the real grades to roll in..

I am curious Nazgul, but is there any movie this year so far you have liked??

I enjoyed POTC3 quite a bit, fun adventure romp. Maybe it doesn't come across as such because i tend to concentrate on the negatives.

I think you have to read between the lines Magnus. I mean some of the A+ given here are pretty meaningless based on the grading system the users go by. I mean even for you C+ is a very poor movie but C+ for me is not great but passable entertainment.

The bulk of the other grades tell the story more accurately. Yes I'm sort of shooting in the dark because I haven't seen it yet, I'll be doing that in 3 hours.

Oh and if it turns out to be Good i'll happily tell you to piss off

You're right.
It's a great one. :maD:

The writers treated CotBP like a character study, and it showed. Every scene was relevant to the characters, either in shaping them or in showing their conflict. In AWE, it turned into an action movie. They let the characters become a second-tier priority. All of them. They give Norrington such a fantastic set-up for AWE, and he only has two scenes: the first two remind people that Norrington is in the movie, and the second to show his death.

That's really the feeling I get about everything the more I think about it. How little it built off of DMC. It felt like a wholly independent movie instead of a sequel to a to-be-continued movie. The ties just don't carry over that well.

No, you.

http://www.chud.com/index.php?type=reviews&id=10402

Here's Devin's Review from CHUD who wasn't very kind to this at all.. I'm kind of wondering now if maybe I should just wait for the DVD??

Fantastic movie. Finally a movie that is worth EVERY penny in spent, and makes.

A, 9.4/10

Fantastic is hyperbole. It's a good 3 hours spent, nothing more.

The best thing about the movie wasn't Jack Sparrow, no, it was the monkey!

Peopl have fucking opinions. Don't pull a Magnus and be an asshole.

Some thought Spidey was great, but I thought it was shit. Luckily, I was in the majority

Spider-Man 3 was great, but pales in comparison to the genius that was AWE

Sorry for omitting IMHO.

Corrected it for you.

Hell yes. I must be a fuckin idiot, because I enjoyed the hell out of this movie. Quite possibly even more than the first.

Curse of the Black Pearl : B / B+

Dead Man's Chest : C+

At World's End : B+ / A-


epic, funny, somewhat touching.... Miles better than the pointless DMC. the score was superb, I loved the part in the underworld or whatever, and the congregation of pirates kicking some imperialistic corporate ass... that's what I'm talkin about.

I really think WOM will be the best out of the may three-quels. I just wish I would have stayed past the credits.... does anyone have a current link to that final scene?

and did anyone else notice that the whole scene at the beginning with martial law, suspension of habeus corpus, and the hanging of anyone who knows someone who knows someone who's a pirate was, well, rather timely? I was honestly thinking, "This is happening, right now. Pirates? or 'terrorists'?" Time for us citizenry to UNITE pirate-style and take these bitches DOWN! mwahahahaha

although I must note, the scene at the end when Lord Bitchass was walking slow-mo down the stairs as literally everything exploded around him, with nary a scratch or even a splinter to show for it, was rather humorous, although I'm pretty sure that's not what they were going for. a few other minor complaints, but that doesn't alter the fact that I had a damn good time. Money and time well spent, and there's even a possibility I'll see it again, which hasn't happened since The Fountain way back in '06.

As long as a fellow Michigan'er liked it, that's all I need!!!

Pirates #1!!!

Wow guys, that's some positive reception right here. Judging by what everyone is saying about crow reactions, maybe the WOM is good enough to give the film a 3x multiplier.


Watch out Star Wars: A New Hope

Very enjoyable. Grade : A-

Will put up a review later but for the record - COTBP (B-) and DMC (B) so yeah this is the best one!!

BTW - I didnt stay for after the credits. Can anyone who did tell me what was the scene they played??

Thanks.

MINOR SPOILERS AHEAD

The scene takes place ten years later, with Elizabeth and her son standing by the water waiting for the sun to set. As the sun finally does set, the flash of green light appears and Elizabeth smiles. Will sails ashore on the Flying Dutchman, ready to meet his son for the first time.

Last scenes:

*spoilers*

Writing that says "Ten Years Later". A young boy is running towards a cliff by the sea. Elizabeth is close behind, they both stop at the edge and stare off into the sunset, waiting. He looks up at her, she smiles. The suns sets, *GREEN FLASH*, you see the Dutchman in the distance, and then a close up of Captain Turner, coming back to see his bride... and SON!

The End

*spoilers*

PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: AT WORLD'S END (2007)

Released during a lackluster summer season that was ripe with disappointments, the second installment of the Pirates Of The Caribbean franchise seemed like it would be the year's only hope for a true blockbuster motion picture. Subtitled Dead Man's Chest, it followed a film that took audiences everywhere by storm - introducing them to a lovable and unique group of characters and captivating them with a story of intrigue, comedy and suspense. The original film was beloved by both critics and audiences, so anticipation was high for the latest installment. Sure enough, the second film exploded right out of the gate - breaking every record possible in terms of box office receipts. Yet while audiences still seemed to love the adventures present onscreen, many critics had a different response - citing that the franchise had become too commercial and much more confusing. However, most people didn't seem to care. The film went on to become the third highest-grossing motion picture of all time worldwide. After the second film's massive success, anticipation is high for the final installment of the trilogy, subtitled At World's End. After the cliffhanger ending of Dead Man's Chest, the latest film has the task of wrapping up a wildly successful franchise in a way that audiences will love and respect. With the latest installments of Shrek and Spider-Man disappointing many, several people do not know what to expect. Well after seeing the latest film I can safely say that At World's End gets everything right. It is an exciting, rousing, comical and emotional end to the great film trilogy of all time.

I have been a massive fan of the Pirates Of The Caribbean franchise since the first film. Every character was fascinating to watch, but was also relatable and likable to a certain extent. The visuals were stunning, the story was exciting and the movie itself was an irresistible confection. It quickly moved onto the list of my all-time favorite movies after only a few viewings. Needless to say, I had the highest of expectations for Dead Man's Chest. Thankfully, they were met and then some. The sequel proved to be just as exciting and original as the first film - introducing new characters and a complex, intense storyline. There was a very, very small drop in quality - which is rare for a big-budget sequel. It also managed to work its way onto my list of favorite films. Finally, At World's End takes the cake, proving to be just as brilliant as the first film and, at times, actually better.

The film picks up where Dead Man's Chest left off, with hero Jack Sparrow (Johnny Depp) trapped in Davy Jones's Locker and a newly resurrected Captain Barbossa (Geoffrey Rush) leading a crew to retrieve him safely. The villanous Lord Beckett (Tom Hollander) has taken control of the seas, thanks to his retrieval of Davy Jones' (Bill Nighy) heart. Because of this, Jones is also under his control and must abide by his every command. Consumed by jealousy and hatred, Beckett plans to eliminate any individual with an association to piracy - no matter how many lives it will take. The only way to stop him is to gather the many Pirate Lords together in order to decide on a plan of action. Since Jack is one of these said lords, it is critical that Barbossa and his crew retrieve him safely.

Elizabeth Swann (Keira Knightley) is still conflicted over her true feelings towards Will Turner (Orlando Bloom), while also feeling guilt over what happened to Jack. However, she must put aside those feelings in order to aid Barbossa, and soon becomes an unlikely hero and leader after an unlikely event leads her to captain her own ship. Meanwhile, Will is determined to save his father (Stellan Skarsgard) from the Flying Dutchman, and will do anything it takes to get what he wants - even deceiving the ones he loves. The mysterious Tia Dalma (Naomie Harris) also returns, harboring a secret that could either save or destroy everything our characters hold dear. The bumbling pirates Pintel (Lee Arenberg) and Ragetti (Mackenzie Crook) provide a great deal of comic relief in the midst of all the drama occuring onscreen.

Once Jack is safely rescued, Barbossa, Will, Elizabeth and the other crewmembers must band together on a journey to the edges of the world - in order to formulate a gathering of all the pirate lords. Together, they must stop Beckett and Jones from executing their plan of treachery, or they could lose the sea - and their lives - forever. All the while they must make their final alliances, and truly decide which side they stand on.

It is certain that those unfamiliar with the Pirates franchise will be completely lost here, but those who love the films and pay close attention to the complex storyline will be greatly rewarded by what unfolds onscreen. The masterful work done here shows how a summer film should be made - one with excitement, intrigue, lovable characters and everything that made people fall in love with these films originally. In all honesty, this film pays the most respect to the original ride the series is based on, in addition to featuring many references to the first film. Many famous lines of dialogue are repeated, minor characters return (such as the idiotic guards seen at the dock in The Curse Of The Black Pearl), a character from the original ride appears, and at one point the original soundtrack that is present in the ride is used for a brief moment.

Director Gore Verbinski and screenwriters Ted Elliott and Terry Rossio return once again here, and manage to do a stupendous job with some of their best work to date. While many franchises serve as revolving door opportunities for various crewmembers, this is one of the only movie trilogies where every party member has remained continously involved throughout. This is great, because the characters feel the same as they did in the first two films - not changing to the point of which they are unrecognizable. Elliott and Rossio are aware that we already know and identify with the main characters, but they still manage to develop them even more and allow each character to come full circle. Elizabeth discovers who she is truly meant to be, Will discovers his destiny, and Jack realizes what it really means to be selfless. The screenwriters also give the film a fascinating storyline that is exciting, intriguing and involving - inserting a great deal of comedy to give a lighthearted edge to some of the darker themes. They understand that a great deal of this series is based on "fun," and they provide many hilarious sequences throughout.

The direction from Gore Verbinski is absolutely stunning, once again proving that he is one of the finest directors currently working today. The cinematography is absolutely amazing and breathtaking, from the haunting opening scene to the epic final battle. He understands how to utilizes locations to their maximum extent, and provides many beautiful images throughout. He also manages to keep things moving at a fast pace despite the long running time. The film is almost three hours, but it truly flies by because there is always something to marvel at onscreen.

The acting in this project is uniformly excellent, with many actors turning in their best performances yet. Johnny Depp once again delivers a brilliant performance as the iconic Captain Jack Sparrow, often hilarious in many inventive sequences and bringing back the charm that made the character so beloved in the first place. But this film also shows that Jack can be compassionate, and gives him a bit more depth than we have seen before. He is the energy, heart and soul of this franchise. Depp's enthusiasm while playing the role is contagious. He is fantastic here, and this character is one of the best film heroes ever. Geoffrey Rush is also phenomenal, giving his character a comedic edge and showing his treachery while also making him undeniably likable. At many points he manages to steal the movie, and Depp's absence from the beginning of the film is not felt because Rush commands the screen so successfully.

Keira Knightley actually gets quite a bit to do here, more than the previous two films combined. Her character is incredibly important to the overall scheme of things here, and Knightley delivers a winning performance - once again proving she is one of the most talented young actresses working today. Her character goes through a lot of development in the film, and Knightley gives the role a lot of charm, attitude, and emotion. She steals many scenes and delivers one of the film's strongest performances. Orlando Bloom is once again the weakest of the principal four cast members, but he still does a great job - delivering what is probably his best performance in the franchise. He is likable and interesting to watch - and definitely shows improvement from his decent yet somewhat wooden performance in Dead Man's Chest.

The supporting players are also great. Naomie Harris gets a great deal of screentime here and her character proves integral to the plot this time around. She gives the role a comedic touch, but is also incredibly intriguing. She provides many touching moments and you can't help but enjoy her performance. Jack Davenport returns as the conflicted Captain Norrington, and while he doesn't get a great deal of screentime he still provides a decent performance and gives closure to his character. Bill Nighy is also great as Davy Jones, who gets a lot more development in this installment - almost to the point where you feel bad for and understand him. Lee Arenberg and Mackenzie Crook are hilarious as the comic relief of the piece. Jonathan Pryce gets almost no screentime as Elizabeth's father Governor Swann, but he still has a touching and haunting scene early on that makes an impression. Chow Yun-Fat is the only somewhat weak link - but this is only because he is underused. His character, one of the pirate lords, is not as prominent as the advertising would have you believe, and he really doesn't get a great deal to do within the whole scheme of things. Keith Richards briefly appears in a great cameo appearance as Jack's father.

In terms of production values, this film is absolutely extraordinary. The sets are a wonder to behold, and the costumes are interesting and inventive. The special effects, however, are absolutely breathtaking. It amazes me how stunning they were in this film. This is a movie where you can truly see that the high budget was put to good use. Everything in this film feels very realistic and not once does an effect ring false. This is especially true in the final hour of the film, which features what is simply the best action sequence ever seen on the big screen. It is a rousing and incredibly intense battle between two ships trapped in a whirlpool, and this hour shows that this film is a lock for a Best Visual Effects Oscar come awards season.

The musical score by Hans Zimmer is also fantastic. These films have always had consistently great scores, each one different in its own way. Zimmer, who scored the previous film, provides a score that is incredibly epic - staying true to many of the original themes but also adding a great deal as well. The music is essential to the structure of the series, adding to the emotional moments, the comedic scenes and even the action sequences. I hope he is recognized for his excellent work here.

In closing, Pirates Of The Caribbean: At World's End is an absolutely phenomenal and breathtaking motion picture event that is sure to wow audiences worldwide. It shows you how powerful and exciting films can be and provides a great deal of closure to the characters we know and love. The production values are stunning, the acting is excellent, the direction and screenplay are flawless. As the previous two did, At World's End has become one of my favorite films - a stunning accomplishment that is actually at times better than the groundbreaking original. This is a must-see film.

Thank you, Verbinski and Co., for giving my favorite film franchise such a fantastic conclusion.

10/10 (A+)

Pirates of the Caribbean: COBP- A Solid Entertainment and overall great.
Pirates of the Caribbean: DMC- B Good entertainment in a less than stellar sequel
Pirates of the Caribbean: AWE- C+/B- It's entertaining, and at least wraps up

Man, Thank God May is coming to a close. I can't say I was really disappointed, after the 2nd film, I expected the quality of the film to be about the same, which it was. The story was decent, but far too many things are just confusing, or never even touched upon. The acting is the same, but tiring from most. Depp was good but hardly did anything memorable in the film (his haullucination was just odd in my opinion, and I kept thinking of the end of the Secret Window). Will Turner and Elizabeth were the same as ever, with Will loosing any charm he once had by being nothing but a backstabber and jealous, but Kiera stayed good. They're closing act however was very strong and great conclusion. The action was good, but what I'd expect from a Pirates film, the same with the visuals. Davy Jones was great, as was Geoffrey Rush (Forget he died, we'll just bring him back, and while its ludicrous how easy him and Jack return, yet they can't bring Elizabeth's father back?) its a welcome return and he ultimately saves this film.

Becket is easily the worst villian I've ever seen in big budget franchise, and his slow motion death was meaningless, and just stupid. In the end, all the main characters are wrapped up nicely, and possibly leading to more adventures, but at the same time a lot of things were left unanswered.

Out of all the things, I thought the best scene was seeing the Kragan dead on the beach, and gave me a feeling that perhaps it would reach new ground, but they decided to have the two stupid comic relief pirates poke it with a stick instead.

C+/B- for me. Its good at times and gets the job done, but the running time, far too many subplots, and a mess of stuff in between makes it a sloppy finale.