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Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl

Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl Reviews



Overall 5 star rating4.96 of 5 (by 28 users)


Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl Review Summary

Set sail to see the first in the PIrates of the Caribbean series, The Curse of the Black Pearl. Despite some vague previews, Viewpoints reviewers found this film to be just as wonderful as the two PIrates movies that followed it, Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest, and Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End. Johnny Depp is always "at his best when he has a colorful character to play," and in The Curse of the Black Pearl, we're also treated to the characters played by Orlando Bloom, Geoffrey Rush, and Keira Knightley, as they all played the same type of characters found in all Disney movies. Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl is a family favorite of many Viewpoints moviegoers, being action-packed, as well as having humor and romance.

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into action flicks, character-lover, a fan of clever plots, college student, movie buff, comedy fan, first in line on opening weekend

MAY
28
2007
I swear on the pirate's code, there are no spoilers contained in this review! The Case — When Pirates of the Caribbean: Curse of the Black Pearl hit the theaters, I didn't have any expectations.  In fact, I wasn't even sure what the premise of the movie was thanks to the vague previews put out by Disney.  All I knew was that it was based on the ride.  Animatronic pirates.  I wasn't holding my breath.  And because of that, the movie took my breath away completely.  It was great!  Hands down, my favorite film of the year! — The Good… read full review »
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5 star rating
Nicole
Austin, TX



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a movie lover, into fantasy stories, into action stories, a Johnny Depp fan, a fan of clever plots, a dreamer

DEC
27
2007
Minor Plot Details — At the start, a young Elizabeth Swann is sailing with her father and crew. She finds a young Will Turner floating in the water alone and they save his life. Behind him is a burned up ship that looks to have been hit by Pirates! Elizabeth takes a necklace off of Will that has a Pirates symbol attached. You see, Elizabeth has always been fascinated by Pirates. — — Now, as an adult, she still has this necklace. Her father is hoping Elizabeth will marry his prized crew member, but being the rebel that she is this is not the type of man she wants to fall in… read full review »
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5 star rating
vivasuzi
Livonia, MI



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character-lover, a movie buff, into action flicks, a comedy fan, noticing the details, have significant other, will pay for quality

MAR
17
2008
Wow what a performance by Depp. He is at his best when he has a colorful character to play. — I do like the mix of good and evil in all of the main Pirate characters. Oddly enough the only thing I found disturbing with this  movie was that it had some of the same characters that are found in all Disney Movies, and I found that sad. It had the sweet but confused father, the absent mother, and 2 "criminals" one tall, lanky and dumb, with a partner who was stout, not that bright and slightly more evil. — Over all Depp's performance leads me to give it the… read full review »
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5 star rating
TaraLee
Portage, MI



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into Independent Films, a movie buff, comedy fan, into action flicks, saving a little, on a strict budget

APR
15
2008
I only like to watch movies once.  But, there are few, I like to watch over and over again. — — This is one of them! — — I love all the same actors they had in previous Pirates of the Carib.  The actors suit the characters very well.  Jack Sparrow (Johnny D) is just awesome!  From sexy, smart, silly and double crossing, he really does a great job. — — I like Orlando too (who doesn't?) Marcia Miner, well shes good too, kinda cool to see her progress in her different "stages" in later versions. Geoffery Rush is AMAZING just about sums… read full review »
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laurenrocks
Dearborn, MI



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into action flicks

DEC
15
2007
Loved the movie. The characters were well designed and the actors chosen were well matched. The ability to create action, comedy, and romance all in one makes this movie great for a wide variety of movie goers. The wardrobe for the period was excellent. The sets used for the ship scenes were well designed to create authenticy and a sense of being there. The backdrops for the scenes all add to the sense of adventure. — … read full review »
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5 star rating
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nitty2568
Madison, IN



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a movie buff, comedy fan, Movie Maniac, into action flicks

APR
15
2008
   The first Pirates movie...was Fantastic! I was super-glued  to the screen through the entire thing! It was colorful,thoughtful,bursting with energy and roaring with laughter. Boy was I surprised to find out there were 2 more! I fell in love with the characters, and the story was absolutely involving. The visual effects were stunning to say the least. I would recommend everyone watch this movie!Thank You… read full review »
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5 star rating
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alicemd74
Saint Joseph, IL



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a movie buff

APR
14
2008
I love this movie and would recamend it to any one that likes Johnney Depp he is great in this movie and he is funny and entertaining through the whole movie his carrictor has a witt about him... He is full of life and he just falls right into carictor. I would recamend this movie to any one but be sure to rent all of the movies together and watch them in order to get the just of the story..… read full review »
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5 star rating
juverna
Vacaville, CA



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comedy fan, an infrequent movie goer, waiting for the DVD, watching with kids

APR
12
2008
This movie is action packed with a lot of humor & romance as well.  I could, & have, watched this movie again & again.  The special effects are fantastic when the cursed pirates enter the moonlight. And I can't say enough about how gorgeous Johnny Depp is in this movie.  Even though he plays a dirty, effeminate pirate, he somehow comes off sexy & ALL… read full review »
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5 star rating
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debbamama95
Aurora, CO



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DVD Collector, a pet owner, a fan of clever plots, a woman, movie buff, comedy fan, character-lover

DEC
23
2007
This is the best of the three Pirates movies.  It had an original plot and great characters.  The trio of Depp, Bloom, and Knightley was great.  They all three held their own eventhough Depp did steal the show.  This is one of my favorite movies of all time.  I would encourage anyone to see this… read full review »
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5 star rating
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kakenator
Valdosta, GA



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into Independent Films, a movie buff, comedy fan, a comedy fan

APR
30
2008
This is the greatest Pirates of the Carribean movie of all time.  Johnny Depp's performance as the crazy Jack Sparrow is amazing, not to mention the beautiful Kierra Knightly and Orlando Bloom.  This is a must-see for all who have ever seen any of the series and was by far the best of the… read full review »
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mzman
Menomonee Falls, WI



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horror film watcher, into movies that tell a great story, an at home exerciser, horror fan, Every day computer user, not rich, a fan of clever plots, character-lover

NOV
24
2007
This is one of the best movies I have ever seen.....it has an excellent plot w/ fantastic characters. My family & I adore this movie. The music is wonderful as well. I have seen all 3 & this is by far my favorite. I think it's a very original movie & good for the whole… read full review »
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gurlygurl1986
Carmel, IN



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a movie buff

FEB
22
2008
this third installment was equally as great as the other pirate movies...superb cast and effects...and loved keith richards appearance!!!  if you liked either of the other two pirate movies, then you need to see this one.  johnny is absolutely brilliant, as… read full review »
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5 star rating
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amy6986
Florissant, MO



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comedy fan, watching with kids, into action flicks

APR
17
2008
All of these movies are by far a joy to watch. I have two boys and we've seen these movies multiple times and still are not tired of them. Favorite Disney movies of all time. Hoping for a number four?! Would definitley recommend to anyone.… read full review »
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4 star rating
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jaandj
Prineville, OR



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a movie buff, comedy fan, into action flicks

APR
6
2008
Loved the movies as a whole. They really left it off quite well. I especially loved the fact that they had all the movies have a second (or third) ending. I'm almaost afraid to leave any more without watching the end credits… read full review »
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5 star rating
devildogs1030
Canyon, TX



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a movie buff, a fan of good music, avid reader

MAR
30
2008
This movie was so good. Johnny Depp is such a phenominal actor. I went to see this 5 times in theatre. It kept me… read full review »
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5 star rating
darkfaire18
East China, MI



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