Originally Posted By u k fan Ok, so before I say anything else, I promised the Baloo's that this would be a non-spoiler report, so you can read on safe in that knowledge! Just to set the scene: I got a call from my brother (who works in the cinema biz) that he can get me into a screening at 6:30 this evening, so after much rescheduling I manage to get to London with about 20 minutes to spare! It was an industry showing with quite a lot of the nearby seats reserved for BVI employees. I was glad that I hadn't had any advance warning otherwise I may have made more of an effort and ended up dressed like a u k fanboy. I'll save that for next weekend with the family. In fact despite seeing the film already I have 2 showings scheduled in for then as part of my POTC extravaganza! Anyway, the bit you've been (hopefully) waiting for. The film was excellent. It was great how they got the old gang back together. I want to say more, but won't. Of the new characters introduced into the film my favorite was Tia Dalma, although Davy Jones is ace - I still can't shake off that Dr Zoidberg feeling though! I'll have to check it out on repeated viewings, but a few of the key plot points did seem a little vague. I'd be interested to hear the views of someone who was spoiler free, unlike me! The action scenes were great, every bit as good as anything in the last film and the final battle is excellent. There is so much more I want to say, but again I want to keep this spoiler free. Of the existing characters I really enjoyed the way they are going with Elizabeth, especially later in the film. I predict that will be big in part 3. And Captain Jack Sparrow. What can I say? I nearly applauded when I first heard his name, that would have been embarrasing! From his first scene in the movie to his last he is pure class. His entrance isn't quite as grand as last time, but it's still awesome! Again, I want to say more but can't. And the ending, what a cliff hanger - and also different from what I'd heard, so don't believe everything you've read. But that does bring me onto the only downside to the movie, there's no satisfying conclusion. There's no getting away from the fact that this always feels like Part One of a two-parter. Despite an ending with enough swash to get even the hardiest buckler, we don't get that triumphant feeling that we want from the end of a movie like this. I've always felt that movies like this such as Back to the Future part 2 suffer from the same problem. It is only a minor niggle, though. With a healthy dose of inside jokes, a battalion full of laughs, and enough action to sink a (Pirate) Ship, you won't be disappointed with this film. I can't wait to see it again!!!
Originally Posted By deadmentellnotales thanks for the report without the spoilers, I've purposely kept away from the ride reviews as well as anything associated with the coming film so I'd be spoil free, but I was wondering if they'd screw it up, now I can go and feel great about the movie knowing it's well worth the time without dissappointments. Thanks again
Originally Posted By debtee Thanks for your report it sounds fab!! I must be the only person that likes spoilers! LOL
Originally Posted By u k fan I love spoilers and read as many as I can, but I respect those that don't!!!
Originally Posted By deadmentellnotales one question hopefully not spoiler but is there scenes for the next film at the end, and it is worth waiting thru the credits for any special surprise?
Originally Posted By u k fan There was no trailer for part 3. And there is a surprise at the end as far as I'm aware, but I didn't stay for it, to give me something to look forward to next time!!!
Originally Posted By LindsayC <<And there is a surprise at the end as far as I'm aware, >> It’s not really a surprise as such (ie I don’t think it will have relevance to the third film) as a continuation of a part of the story... and it’s funny!!
Originally Posted By oodles_of_poodles u k fan: Most reviews mention that, while the effects and slapstick are great, the wit of the dialogue isn't there much. Is that true? Was the dialogue as good as last time?
Originally Posted By leemac ^^ I was surprised to read that too. I thought the script was pretty sharp, especially in the first hour where there are some hysterical moments. However it is driven by the slapstick.
Originally Posted By BrnardM ^^ Well it's good to hear that, especially since the first one was so witty. All I want to know is if they have references to the ride in the sequel (though I guess with the new additions that doesn't matter any more).
Originally Posted By Mickeymouseclub I am waiting for reviews to decide if it would be appropriate for a 6 year old nephew. How scary or intense was the action? He has seen all the Harry Potter movies. I just wonder about the face on Davy Jones...Thanks
Originally Posted By Mickeymouseclub Sorry I just noticed the topic discussion already going... I have been out of touch for a few days and am trying to catch up on LP.
Originally Posted By u k fan I would say that the script was pretty good. My guess would be that there are a few more exposition scenes this time and that might be where the criticism is coming from. I'm seeing it again tomorrow afternoon (is it wrong that I took the day of work just to go see it?) so I'll keep an ear open! I would say that if a child can handle Harry Potter he can handle this. Davy's crew I feel are less intimidating than the last bunch of cursed Pirates, imho!!!
Originally Posted By Imagineer This >>Together, they’ve excised all that was good about the original ‘‘Curse of the Black Pearl’’ and replaced it with all that was bad, namely those silly CGI ghosts and goblins. Those zombies, unfortunately, are the stars of this ghoulish sequel that feels less like a movie and more like an ungainly video game. Arrrgh, indeed! Even Johnny Depp as the estimable Capt. Jack Sparrow is forced below deck in the wake of towering waves of spectacle and noise. As for cohorts Orlando Bloom as swish-buckling Will Turner and Keira Knightley as his fiercely independent betrothed, they’re given so little to do they seem like stowaways on a rapidly sinking blockbuster.<< <a href="http://www.patriotledger.com/articles/2006/07/06/life/life02.txt" target="_blank">http://www.patriotledger.com/a rticles/2006/07/06/life/life02.txt</a>
Originally Posted By JuiceMonkey As for the surprise at the end - it's not worth sitting around for if you're antsy. It's cute, but in no way essential to the story. More like the coda in Cars than the one in X3.
