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italianstallion

07-09-2003, 06:18 AM

theres trailers for freaky friday, haunted house (with eddie murphy?), some movie with robert duvall and haily joel osmand, and some movie with jack black and ben stiller that looks hilarious, its about a guy who invets a way to get rid of dog poo and he calls it "va-POO-rizor"

the movie pirates of the carribean was the best disney movie ive seen since sandlot. the only thing i didnt like about it was that it was almost 3 hours when it should of been an hour and a half. johnny depp is funny in it and is pretty much the only reason to see the movie unless your really into people fighting pirate skeletons.

Spidey_Freak

07-09-2003, 08:51 AM

What was teh suprise at the end!!!!

mastertips03

07-09-2003, 04:06 PM

POTC is 2hr and 13 minutes long. From some reviewer critique it sounds as if it is loud and redundant and uninspiring. Others seem to think this too but say the special effects are professionally executed and therefore recommend it. we'll see.

FunnyBone

07-09-2003, 05:30 PM

Originally posted by italianstallion
some movie with robert duvall and haily joel osmand, and some movie with jack black and ben stiller that looks hilarious, its about a guy who invets a way to get rid of dog poo and he calls it "va-POO-rizor"

I'm not sure what the movie with Haily Joel Osmand is but Ben Stiller & Jack Black's movie is called 'Envy'

I'm surprised no Cat in the Hat trailer. I haven't see the Haunted Mansion Trailer is that any good?

Fanible

07-09-2003, 05:54 PM

Originally posted by downflow311
i heard it was a 2 hr advertisement

Im still wondering what you mean by that.

As for the movie being good and what trailers are attached.... go buy a ticket and watch it. It is more than likely a theatre goer, wether or not some people like it or hate it. It's always different for everybody. But the action and effects are probably worth the visit to the theatre.

spiderman_2k

07-09-2003, 05:56 PM

I think with the 2 hour advertisement thing hes implying Disney uses the film as a giant avdert.....

downflow311

07-09-2003, 06:40 PM

spiderman is the only guy that could figure that out? cmon....

downflow311

07-09-2003, 06:41 PM

what is the surprise after the credits??? is it worth staying for? im seeing at 9 tonight, so i hope someone responds before then

Whitered

07-09-2003, 08:01 PM

I love good long movies, POTC i will go and see, and if i like it i will buy the DVD.

EmpireOfDust

07-09-2003, 09:21 PM

got back from seeing it a while back ago. HUGELY disapointing. it wasnt a bad movie by any means. But didn't meet my expectations at all. I've been on the ride at both Disneyland and Disneyworld... Ive been on it like 40 times. Its one of my favorate rides. So of course i was excited for the movie. And I love Johnny Depp. But he was really the only thing that stood out in this movie. If he wasn't in the movie it would of seriously sucked. Some of the action was good, but nothing that made me go WOW! And the Skeleton stuff, which i was really looking forward to, just came off the wrong way to me. I dunno, maybe i just got my expectations up too high. That could be. But I really doubt I will be watching this movie again any time soon.

slinger

07-09-2003, 09:37 PM

Totally agree with you Empire.

Blueman

07-09-2003, 09:59 PM

that movie was awsome one of the better movies of the summer better than the hulk for sure

Johhny depp was awsome in this movie,a nd jack spawrrows charcter is the coolest charcter of the summer by far

Crystal72

07-09-2003, 10:31 PM

In my theater, the trailers were:
Bad Boys II
Hidalgo (been waiting to see that one...looks good):applaud:
Freaky Friday
Some Nic Cage flick
And a bunch of pointless commercials.

The movie was good. Depp was fantastic, better than I expected. It was weird, but refreshing to see Bloom in a 'real' role. I'm dying to see how he will pull of Paris in Troy. Rush and Knightley were good in their respective roles.

The special effects with the skeletons were terrific. The fencing scene between Sparrow and Barbossa in and out of the moonlight was flawless.

I'll see it again. And again. I'll see it mostly because of Depp's hilarious portrayal of Captain Jack Sparrow.

If you haven't seen it, do it!

~C72~:D

Mat

07-09-2003, 10:44 PM

Good flick... my full review's in the other "pirates" thread.

8/10

angelusrp

07-10-2003, 03:46 AM

Great movie. Johnny Depp rules!
stay after the credits for more.

logan350

07-10-2003, 09:56 AM

I saw it last night and totally forgot about the surprise at the end of the credits. Can I have a spoiler of what it was?

Overall I thought the movie was pretty good, Depp defenitly was the main attraction of this movie, he played the character quite well. Even the audience had a good reaction to it.

que_SuertE777

07-10-2003, 12:27 PM

Originally posted by FunnyBone
I'm not sure what the movie with Haily Joel Osmand

I haven't see the Haunted Mansion Trailer is that any good?

I think movie with Haley Joel Osment is called Secondhand Lions. About the Haunted Mansion Trailer... it was ok, but my friends thought it was kinda stupid.

Stephalopolis

07-10-2003, 02:17 PM

Personally, I LOVED this movie. Of course, it could be cause I'm obsessed with pirates and everything to do with pirates :) I loved the last fight scene with Captain Jack Sparrow and that B dude (can't spell his name...or remember it that well ;) ) That was amazing, I thought, how they had them constantly going back and forth between skeleton and human. But I also loved the one liners ("We named the monkey Jack") . Then of course, I have a weird sense of humor... I'm probably the one fan in the entire world of Biodome.... Oh well :) Call me crazy if you want :) Now, I did think it was a bit long.. which makes me mad now, cause since it was sooo long, I didn't stay for the end credits, so I missed the scene at the end of the credits... Oh well.. I'll see it when I buy the DVD. I would recomend this movie to all of us pirate lovers out there, girls who are overly obsessed with Orlando Bloom (my sisters...), and action lovers. Or people who just like monkeys.

LS2002

07-10-2003, 02:29 PM

The Haley Joel Osment movie was Secoundhand Lions and about the Surprise at the end

*****SPOILER KINDA I GUESS******

The Monkey comes back for the Treasure and turns back into a Skelton that's really all it was![/PHP]

que_SuertE777

07-10-2003, 02:51 PM

I know. My friend was so excited about it, so we stayed for it. She thought it was going to have something to do with Will Turner's past. I think they put that last scene in just in case they wanna do a sequel to it. Are they planning one? About the Haley Joel Osment movie, I posted the answer to that question two hours before.

timmy two shoes

07-10-2003, 03:07 PM

I am going to see it tonight, and i am really excited about it. I had several friends go see it, and they all said the same things that everyone here said. All of them loved it, the only complaints they were very minor. I need to write a note to myself to tell me to stay after the credits. I forgot to do so after the Matrix and i still haven't seen the revolutions trailer. Lets keep the pirates reviews coming..:-)

downflow311

07-10-2003, 03:39 PM

damn, i was hoping the surprise after the credits was going to be the ROTK teaser, oh well.

obsessedwithsnl

07-10-2003, 05:05 PM

I stayed for the whole credits, and there wasn't the surprise or whatever. I think my theater like cut it off or something.

Anyway I thought POTC was pretty good. The CGI was very well done, and Depp's Sparrow was the highlight of the movie.

quotegal

07-10-2003, 06:27 PM

Originally posted by downflow311
damn, i was hoping the surprise after the credits was going to be the ROTK teaser, oh well.

Why would you think the surprise at the end of the movie would be the ROTK trailer? ROTK is New Line, PTOC is Disney. The only conection between the two movies is Orlando Bloom and I just don't think he had that Kind of clout.

Oh and just to get it in...the clip at the end wasn't that good. I expected something alot better. I do agree with who ever said it was a way into a sequel, completely thought that when I saw it. Told the employee who was cleaning that when she asked "Why did they put that in there?"

downflow311

07-10-2003, 06:59 PM

Originally posted by quotegal
Why would you think the surprise at the end of the movie would be the ROTK trailer? ROTK is New Line, PTOC is Disney. The only conection between the two movies is Orlando Bloom and I just don't think he had that Kind of clout.

because there were rumours flying around that the first ROTK teaser was going to be attatched to the POTC. i was hoping...

Originally posted by quotegal
ROTK is New Line, PTOC is Disney [/B]

thank you for stating the obvious.

Boods

07-10-2003, 07:02 PM

i thought the movie was amazing .. saw it on opening day and am going back today .. the surprise at the end was cool but way too short ... i mean we wait like 10 min to see 10 seconds ..
at the end of reloaded that was worth it ... at the end of harry potter and the chamber of secrets that was cool as well ...

anyway this movie was amazing
great great story
great twists at the end
great characters (the four leads are very well played)
johnny depp is absolutly amazing
keira knightley is stunning so beautiful
the cgi is one of the best ever
the movie is non stop action never boring
the swordfights are really cool
the ship fights are mind blowing
the locations are incredibly well chosen and lovely
the music score is perfect and dynamic
2h pass in 2 seconds
it is very very very funny ... more then u can think it is
i can see no plot holes or faults in this movie
all is great
everyone should see this

i thought terminator 3 was movie of the summer but i was wrong this is way better ... more entertaining ...
i think it will remain best movie this summer .. i see no good enough opponents maybe LXG, bad boys 2, lara croft 2, SWAT but i dont think so

mastertips03

07-10-2003, 07:57 PM

Was i the only one that thought this movie was dull, boring and 30 minutes to long. Well, i suppose if you can sit through this flick for 2 more hours and 13 minutes you have a lot more time on your hands than i do.

italianstallion

07-10-2003, 08:47 PM

I'm surprised no Cat in the Hat trailer. I haven't see the Haunted Mansion Trailer is that any good?

there was, i just forgot about it.

Lackey

07-11-2003, 12:11 AM

better reviews here (http://superherohype.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=65275) :)

Bottom line: The majority of people and critics are saying this is a good movie.

SilverBack

07-11-2003, 12:40 AM

Great movie

FunnyBone

07-11-2003, 12:56 AM

I saw the movie today. It was really good. I enjoyed it. The Trailers i saw were

Freaky Friday
The Haunted Mansion
Secondhand Lions
Hidalgo
Tomb Raider 2

I didnt get an envy trailor :(

I stayed for the end of the credits. I felt so stupid sitting in there with like 4 other people watching credits for 10 minutes while the staff cleaned the floor. Its like a minute long. I didn't think it was worth staying. Just rent the movie when it comes out on dvd and then forward to it on ur dvd player.

ILOVEKATIE

07-11-2003, 01:51 AM

thanks for the heads-up, I'm going to see it tomorrow, hopefully.

Fanible

07-11-2003, 02:02 AM

Great movie. It could definitly be one of the year's best, if not the best so far. It was lots of fun beginning to end. Good story, great action, fantastic effects. Brilliant movie.

Blehnoch26

07-11-2003, 03:38 AM

Spoiler Spoiler Spoiler

can anyone explain to me why exactly the pirates needed Will Turners blood to reverse the curse? only part of the movie thats bothering me, other than that its the best of the year so far i think.

ILikePie

07-11-2003, 11:06 AM

I highly reccommend that everyone watch Pirates of the Caribbean! It's got thrills, comedy, adventure, creepyness, a cool parrot, and plenty of Johnny Depp / Orlando Bloom charm. Don't let the fact that it's Disney push you away; I'm sure they must have bought it off of some independent filmmaker and claimed it as their own.
I would definitely see this movie again! Johnny Depp was great! Listen for quick funny lines he slips in here and there. I caught one and burst out laughing, but no one else in the theater did... it was quick, though. It was during a rather tense scene and I guess everyone else was caught up in it. Twas a well-made, well-cast film!

EmpireOfDust

07-11-2003, 02:12 PM

I now know not to trust the coming soon Forum when choosing a movie to watch.

downflow311

07-11-2003, 04:08 PM

starting to think that as well.....

mastertips03

07-11-2003, 05:02 PM

Originally posted by EmpireOfDust
got back from seeing it a while back ago. HUGELY disapointing. it wasnt a bad movie by any means. But didn't meet my expectations at all. I've been on the ride at both Disneyland and Disneyworld... Ive been on it like 40 times. Its one of my favorate rides. So of course i was excited for the movie. And I love Johnny Depp. But he was really the only thing that stood out in this movie. If he wasn't in the movie it would of seriously sucked. Some of the action was good, but nothing that made me go WOW! And the Skeleton stuff, which i was really looking forward to, just came off the wrong way to me. I dunno, maybe i just got my expectations up too high. That could be. But I really doubt I will be watching this movie again any time soon.

WOW. I was begining to think i was the only one that thought POTC was a boring mess. Glad to see others found the pic lacking as i did. Not for the picture sake, but because everyone has diss me for saying such on some of the other boards, that this is a boring mess. I think after the newness wears off people are going to find out nobody is likely to sit through this 2hr 13min movie more than once. Not even the teens....or am i wrong on this...:cool:

Guamgirl101

07-11-2003, 05:28 PM

Well we all look at things our own way. No one can really say who's right or wrong because it's all based on opinion. I thought the movie was great and I hope to see it again because the story was appealing and met my expectations. Others find it not worth watching because it was a huge disappointment. Let's say we all agree to disagree. :)

timmy two shoes

07-11-2003, 05:41 PM

Originally posted by obsessedwithsnl
Anyway I thought POTC was pretty good. The CGI was very well done, and Depp's Sparrow was the highlight of the movie.

Agreed, I was really impressed with the CGI... the fight scene when the guy was tuning into a skeleton was really smooth. I also want to add my share of Johnny depp praise... He was really good in this film, i loved his witty remarks, they were all very well timed.

EmpireOfDust

07-11-2003, 06:10 PM

Yeah ya know, its all a matter of opinion. I can see why people really enjoyed this movie. I think people that walked in with really low expectations probrably thought this was a pretty damn fine film. But my expectations were pretty high. I am not blaming my unenjoyment of the film wholly on my expectations. I would have found the action a lot funner is there was more of a point to them. The swordfights were pretty damn pointless I thought. Though they were pretty damn cool. There was just no point to them. The Captain Jack vs. Barbosa fight scene was boring to me because none of them could die. And it went on for what, 10 minutes? The fight scene between Jack and Will Turner was cool but that also went on too long. Basically everything in this movie went on too long in my opinion... The first hour really geared things up and the 2nd hour was to me, just pretty boring... So when the last 15 minutes came and things got exciting again and then the movie ends it just left me going "Thats it?"

Special effects were Great. But special effects dont make a movie great. The action scene was devoid of suspense. and You need that. It was just like watching fireworks. The only character I cared about was Depp. I could have cared less if anyone else died.

To me this wasnt the swashbuckling action epic i was expecting. It was just a movie that had great one liners, great special effects, and a terrific performance.

Dont get me wrong the movie wasn't bad... it was good... But should have been amazing. Givin the material its based off of, the writers of shrek, and the director of The Ring. I mean this movie should have just nailed it right out of the park.

This isn't a movie that I am going to watch again anytime soon. I didn't leave the theater thinking anything but "Man, thats it?"

Too each his own.

LOTRfan

07-11-2003, 06:31 PM

I can see why you think some of the fight scenes were pointless... it is very difficult to be full of suspense when the bad guys can't die and at one point the "good-guy-who-likes-to-act-bad" couldn't either. Kinda disappointing. But I think the whole point was to see how the curse could be lifted by Will and the evil pirates then be killed off, all while making sure Will, Keira, and Johnny stay alive. When you think about the whole situation of the story and what the characters were up against, I thought it was pulled off pretty well.
And about seeing the movie again...I actually think it went soo much quicker the second time around. I seriously wanted to keep a list of all the hysterical one-liners. There is soo much stuff you miss the first time. It's like when I watch LOTR...I've already read the books so I know what to expect- yet I'm always on the edge of my seat. Just works that way for me I guess.

downflow311

07-11-2003, 06:34 PM

i think im just going to wait for it on video. thats a long time to sit in a theater, id rather be in the comfort of my own home to watch something thats 2 1/2 hrs+ including trailers and credits.

LOTRfan

07-11-2003, 06:37 PM

Originally posted by Blehnoch26

can anyone explain to me why exactly the pirates needed Will Turners blood to reverse the curse? only part of the movie thats bothering me, other than that its the best of the year so far i think.
I'm not 100% sure on that either but from what I gather: Bootstrap Bill (Will's father) was a good pirate that died senselessy as a result of his comrades greed. So when the "heathen gods" cursed the pirates for the treasure they pillaged they used Bill's goodness as a way to lift it. For irony's sake.

O and for future reference...to get the black spoiler highlight just put [/spoiler] at the end of the specific text and [spoiler] at the beginning.

Hydristis

07-11-2003, 09:50 PM

I thought this movie was great! I enjoyed every minute of! I guess I could see why people have different opinions about it, but I thought it was great! The three main characters all fit their role really well!(At least that's my opinion) lol :)

SilverBack

07-12-2003, 02:30 AM

I greatly enjoyed this movie. I thought Depp's Sparrow is a classic and should be seen by everyone. I found that the 2+hours flew by both times i saw it.

Lackey

07-12-2003, 02:56 AM

Originally posted by EmpireOfDust
I now know not to trust the coming soon Forum when choosing a movie to watch.

then you must also not trust the majority of critics out there

...and I now know not to trust your opinion when choosing a movie to watch. ;)

actually, I don't rely on anyone's opinion when choosing new release to watch.

Lackey

07-12-2003, 02:57 AM

Originally posted by downflow311
starting to think that as well.....

I thought you haven't seen it yet?

Scarlettbabe

07-12-2003, 07:52 AM

I have to admit...i wasn't too excited about seeing this movie. My friend draged me along but I was really happily surprised! Its one of my favorite movies this summer (I've seen it 2x) :) The best part of the movie was JOHNNY DEPP! Omg..i totally love the guy now & he's my new favorite actor!..haha.. The way he played his character was awesome & very funny. I agree with Blueman -Jack Sparrow is by far the coolest character of the summer. I always thought that Johnny Depp was kind of stuck up & strange but after watching interviews & specials promoting the movie, I found that he was pretty cool. And as for that infamous extra scene.. don't put yourself through the torture of sitting through the credits just to see that extra scene that lasts 2 SECONDS! It's not worth it!My friend made me do this - very annoying.Overall it was a fabulous movie - EVERYONE GO SEE IT!..hoping for a sequel..:)

LOTRfan

07-12-2003, 11:16 AM

LOTRfan

07-12-2003, 11:19 AM

Originally posted by EmpireOfDust
I now know not to trust the coming soon Forum when choosing a movie to watch.
Just because some people don't agree with what alot of people think is no reason to swear off trusting reactions in forums. It could just be that the movie rubbed you the wrong way for whatever reason (like you said- your expectations may have been too high). What you should do is start noticing which users agree with the movies you like or don't like. Then look at their reactions because they have similar taste as you.

Hydristis

07-12-2003, 12:44 PM

I thought this movie was fantastic! lol It wasn't even near too long! It went by in a flash! (for me at least!) I would definitely recommend this movie! :)
Oh, and EmpireOfDust, look, I understand that you have different taste in movies than a lot of people here, but LOTRfan is right, if you don't think this movie was that great, just find some people who have the same taste in movies as you, and listen to what they have to say about upcoming movies. :)

Laterose

07-12-2003, 04:49 PM

though it may be premature to say this....
BEST FILM OF THE SUMMER!!!!!!! :applaud: :applaud: :applaud:

teewee1432

07-12-2003, 08:31 PM

I saw this movie this afternoon, and I thought it was pretty good. I liked the characters and the fight scenes alot. I cracked up everytime they asked Johnny Depp's character a question, and he replied with "because I'm Jack sparrow" I laughed everytime he said that.

Morphius DOH

07-12-2003, 11:26 PM

Originally posted by que_SuertE777
My friend was so excited about it, so we stayed for it. She thought it was going to have something to do with Will Turner's past. That's what I thought it was going to be. Something like Jack Sparrow being Will's father or something like that. I'm glad I didn't stay after the credits.

ILOVEKATIE

07-12-2003, 11:43 PM

I saw it, great film.
Very cool movie, the story was good, I like how it all works out at the end. The characters were really great too, Jack Sparrow is just hilarious. Rush and Depp were fantastic, also Knightly and Bloom were good as well. The graphics were really outstanding, blew me away. I really like the whole look of this film, there were some scenes that were just beautiful and remarkable to watch.
Overall a great summer and pirate movie.

Glordreen

07-13-2003, 12:20 AM

Its brilliant. loved every minute of it

EmpireOfDust

07-13-2003, 12:56 PM

Originally posted by Hydristis

Oh, and EmpireOfDust, look, I understand that you have different taste in movies than a lot of people here, but LOTRfan is right, if you don't think this movie was that great, just find some people who have the same taste in movies as you, and listen to what they have to say about upcoming movies. :)

Actually, I usually agree with everyone in the majority here... Never once have i disagreed with so many people here in the forums on a movie. So I thought the CS! forums were a reliable place that shared my views. But now I know thats not true. At least not on this movie. This is one of the few times that I have been in the Minority.

By the way I saw The League Of Extroardinary Gentlemen last night and it kicked butt.

obsessedwithsnl

07-13-2003, 01:55 PM

I saw POTC again yesterday, and I liked it much more. When I first saw it I thought it kinda got slow during parts, but the second time it went by a lot quicker.

LOTRfan

07-13-2003, 04:15 PM

I agree...it only gets better. As I posted before:
"And about seeing the movie again...I actually think it went soo much quicker the second time around. I seriously wanted to keep a list of all the hysterical one-liners. There is soo much stuff you miss the first time. It's like when I watch LOTR...I've already read the books so I know what to expect- yet I'm always on the edge of my seat. Just works that way for me I guess."

Stands Alone

07-13-2003, 04:26 PM

The highlights of the movie were Johnny Depp as Jack Sparrow. I loved his films: Edward Scissorhands, Sleepy Hollow. Whats Been Eating Gilbert Grape?. And seeing him in such a comedic role, he added all his parts he ever played to make Jack so unique.

Next, Geffory Rush. My god, his roles are just as good as Depp's. He played a FANTASTIC Javert in Les Miserables. Seeing him in the movie, and watching his roles, his so added his Javert to it. He had that tone, and anoyance to his voice. So amazing he is!

Lastly, the way they tied in some of the scenes such as the pirates begging the dog for the keys, and the whores, and the song. Tied in so nicely to the ride. I congragulate them on that.

So, in my opinion, I was blown away by this movie. I may see a couple times in the theater, that I am sure of.

downflow311

07-13-2003, 04:51 PM

Originally posted by Lackey
I thought you haven't seen it yet?

i was referring to movies in general, most users here always post positive reviews no matter what movie it is. too many little kids posting there positive reviews on movies like charlie's angels 2. take LXG for example, did you read the user reviews on that movie? give me a break. most pathetic comic book adaptation to date. right there with daredevil.

spiderman_2k

07-13-2003, 04:53 PM

Keep in mind that some peoples opinions differ from yours, u may have found it terrible while others might have found it brilliant......

downflow311

07-13-2003, 04:56 PM

Originally posted by Lackey
then you must also not trust the majority of critics out there

...and I now know not to trust your opinion when choosing a movie to watch. ;)

actually, I don't rely on anyone's opinion when choosing new release to watch.

Critics arent always right, remember the hulk's reviews?

you are the last person on these boards i would trust for a review on anything.

downflow311

07-13-2003, 05:00 PM

Originally posted by spiderman_2k
Keep in mind that some peoples opinions differ from yours, u may have found it terrible while others might have found it brilliant......

15 and 16 year old kids would find charlie's angels 4 brilliant, but there are some out there who know what it takes for a movie to be brilliant. alot of opinions are fanboy opinions here. they are hard to take seriously.

spiderman_2k

07-13-2003, 05:01 PM

So it is still their opinion and they are entitled to it, no matter how old they are.....

downflow311

07-13-2003, 05:09 PM

yes, but this why i dont really trust alot of the opinions on these boards. unless i know they are a credible reviewer and actually know what it takes for a movie to be worth seeing. for example, your review is a credible one, you are the type of person that know what it takes for a movie to be good. i can tell based on your posts, that you know what your talking about. alot of the posters here do not know.

lookdark

07-13-2003, 05:13 PM

Does anyone know exactly what Jack Sparrow says right before the close of the movie? I really want to know, and I cant remember it. Thanks!

Lackey

07-13-2003, 05:42 PM

Originally posted by downflow311
i was referring to movies in general, most users here always post positive reviews no matter what movie it is. too many little kids posting there positive reviews on movies like charlie's angels 2. take LXG for example, did you read the user reviews on that movie? give me a break. most pathetic comic book adaptation to date. right there with daredevil.

perhaps that has to do with the fact that most people won't take the time to write a review of a movie or post about it unless they liked it.

...most people don't like to sit around and b**** and moan like you do.

Lackey

07-13-2003, 05:46 PM

Originally posted by downflow311
Critics arent always right, remember the hulk's reviews?

Well, that's exactly my point with LXG... and then that means that you shouldn't use a critic's opinion to prove that a movie sucked.

you are the last person on these boards i would trust for a review on anything.

Ditto.

Although I've never seen you review anything... you just like to whine about stuff.

Stands Alone

07-13-2003, 06:38 PM

Originally posted by lookdark
Does anyone know exactly what Jack Sparrow says right before the close of the movie? I really want to know, and I cant remember it. Thanks!

Yes, if you mean the part before the credits where he is touching the wheel. He begins singing: "Yo ho, yo ho, a pirates life for me! We smuggle the rich bladadad bladda, drink up ye hardies yo ho!" Thats what he says before the end of the movie.

lookdark

07-13-2003, 07:27 PM

Thanks. I appreciate it. Great, great movie by the way.

Guamgirl101

07-13-2003, 08:39 PM

And at the end of the movie doesn't he also say something like, "really bad eggs?" That's also a line from the song and now that I think about it, it almost sounded like he said something about eggs...lol.

obsessedwithsnl

07-13-2003, 08:54 PM

Another reason why I liked POTC was because Elizabeth wasn't the usual damsel in distress. She was smart and tough, and Kierra Knightly fit the role perfectly.

downflow311

07-13-2003, 11:45 PM

Originally posted by Lackey
Well, that's exactly my point with LXG... and then that means that you shouldn't use a critic's opinion to prove that a movie sucked.

Although I've never seen you review anything... you just like to whine about stuff.

didnt see your point, but you just like to pick fights with people. all you do is find a thread i create, and post something negative, so f^ck off, go listen to hoobasuck or another one of the other $hitty bands you listen to. i used my own opinion to prove that LXG sucked buddy, i used the critic to prove you wrong on your majority of critics comment. i have reviewed just about every movie that has came out on these boards, with a few positive reviews, do some more researching before you try and insult me. back to pirates.

i decided to cough up the money to see this movie, and it was good. Depp and Rush have the only notable acting performances, but it seemed kind of watered down in the aspect of action. you could definitely tell it was a disney movie. 7/10 i would give it. but yes i would say it has been the best summer blockbuster; but it didnt have much competition. keira knightley was replacable, but she did ok. just about any hollywood female actress could have played that part. it if werent for Depp, this movie would have been a disaster waiting to happen.

Lackey

07-14-2003, 03:06 AM

Originally posted by downflow311
didnt see your point, but you just like to pick fights with people. all you do is find a thread i create, and post something negative

Oh please, there you go with more whining. :rolleyes:
I simply asked a question, and you responed to one of my post with this "you are the last person on these boards i would trust for a review on anything."

If my posts were so hurtful, then maybe you shouldn't've started with a comment like that. I'll try to be more careful of your feelings in the future. :p

so f^ck off, go listen to hoobasuck or another one of the other $hitty bands you listen to.

Oh, now that is really hurtful...I'm going to go throw all my CD's away right now... seeing as how this is coming from a successful professional musician and all. :o

emz

07-14-2003, 07:49 AM

In answer to the criticisms:

Let me just say that the strength of Pirates of the Caribbean is in the details.

It is not a gag film; the humor is hidden in situational irony, in Capt. Sparrow's walk and hand gestures and facial expressions.

It is not a true drama; though there are small and large betrayals, resignation and anger, and that shot of the apple falling away from Barbosa's hand. (bussels and bussels of apples, but none to eat; that scene where Sparrow was taking apples from the huge pile on the table, and that look in Barbosa's face when Sparrow offered him the apple that he couldn't taste, god)

It is not a sterotypical overblown teen romance; and Bloom and Knightly presented a quiet performance, counterpoint Depp's. From the first scene, the actors wove a wall of class and social standing and misunderstanding (Elizabeth love of pirates next to Will's initial vehement hatred towards the same). The strain between them gets overshadowed with Capt. Sparrow's sheer exhuberence, if you aren't paying attention.

And the whole point of the last fight scene was to get Will near the chest. Sparrow had to keep Barbosa occupied; and Barbosa is *not* incompetent, in an earlier scene, he challenged the entire crew to a fight and nobody was willing to take him on. Sparrow seem to be more speed than muscle, especially compared to either Will (who's a blacksmit, and just think about that for a sec) or Barbosa. He *needs* the extra leverage and reach that a sword can give him; and it's not like Barbosa can then just go against Sparrow empty handed. Barbosa may have a longer natural reach (assumed based on relative heights); but Sparrow with a sword would able to cause more damage than Barbosa barehanded. So Barbosa would *have* to counter Sparrow with a sword as well. Hence the swordfight.

Notice it ended when Will and Elizabeth were able to incapacitate the other three pirates long enough for Will to reach the chest before the skeletons reassembled.

And yes, of *course* there were no suspense to the swordfights, when has there *ever* been a pirate swordfight where you could not predict who was going to win, hmm?? Much like in *any* action film you might name, you always know who is going to win. The whole point at this stage is to enjoy the artistry, be they in the form of an explosion or a car chase or a swordfight.

In essence: Shush, keep your eyes open, and enjoy the ride! I think that's the best way to appreciate a movie like this.

EmpireOfDust

07-14-2003, 04:29 PM

emz... The fact is I didn't enjoy the movie. pure and simple. I was in it for the fun and excitement. I didn't walk away fulfilled. Thats just my humble opinion. The movie wasn't bad. I shouldn't have to worry about people getting on my case for speaking my opinion, especially when Ive respected others opinions.

Hydristis

07-14-2003, 06:11 PM

Hi! I thought I'd mention this great Role Playing game I'm in. It's for POTC. Since a lot of people here liked the movie, I thought u might like the link to this site :)
Well, here it is:
http://www.avidgamers.com/potctcotbp/board.php?

POTC_Rox_My_Sox

07-14-2003, 07:23 PM

I cannot believe the reactions of some of you guys that have seen the movie! Pirates of the Caribbean is the best movie i have seen in years! I saw it a few nights ago and absolutely fell in love with the characters...although some may say I was already in love with Orlando. ;-)
Seriously though I don't like movies just because of the hot guys and stuff like that. The story was good, the special effects were good, and I'm sure you have heard this many times, but Johnny Depp was absolutely amazing! He was definitely the best choice for the role of Jack Sparrow...oh excuse me, CAPTAIN Jack Sparrow! ;-)
I recommend this movie to everyone who sees this message. Trust me, it was definitely worth the two hours!! :-)

downflow311

07-14-2003, 09:36 PM

Originally posted by Lackey
successful professional musician and all. :o [/B]

Your a female arent you? i always thought you were a guy for some reason. now that you put in the smilies i can tell, guys dont use smilies. that explains the hoobastank thing too. you can try and hurt me with your words all you want, but i have acheived success in my own right. i dont make music to be successful and famous, i do it to express myself, which is the way it should be. im living my dream which is more then alot of people can say. anyone who makes music for any other reason is a fake and is not a REAL musician by any means.

quotegal

07-14-2003, 09:41 PM

emz
You got it. You took the movie and pulled it apart to the source. What it was and what some missed by being too this or that. Nice review (if it was considered a review), in either case, you hit it and I comend you. ;)

bonfire62

07-14-2003, 11:16 PM

I think that it was kinda overrated. My friend came back from it yesterday and he said "thats the best movie I've seen in a year" I strongly dissagree. I think it was a great movie, but I think that X2 and Reloaded surpassed it (barely). But it was a good movie overall.
Another thing i thought that was, well, not overrated but kinda built up too much, SPOILERS

the thing about his father. I thought it would be a huge mystery but it wasnt even that big. Yeah. They killed him.

moviegeek

07-15-2003, 11:35 AM

what's with all the eyeliner

Hydristis

07-15-2003, 11:49 AM

Originally posted by POTC_Rox_My_Sox
I cannot believe the reactions of some of you guys that have seen the movie! Pirates of the Caribbean is the best movie i have seen in years! I saw it a few nights ago and absolutely fell in love with the characters...although some may say I was already in love with Orlando. ;-)
Seriously though I don't like movies just because of the hot guys and stuff like that. The story was good, the special effects were good, and I'm sure you have heard this many times, but Johnny Depp was absolutely amazing! He was definitely the best choice for the role of Jack Sparrow...oh excuse me, CAPTAIN Jack Sparrow! ;-)
I recommend this movie to everyone who sees this message. Trust me, it was definitely worth the two hours!! :-)

I agree with you completely! lol This is a must-see movie! You really do fall in love with the characters, and Johnny Depp was fantastic!

downflow311

07-15-2003, 03:57 PM

you fall in love with johnny depp; and thats it.

Glordreen

07-15-2003, 07:14 PM

The whole freakin movie is fantastic!

PirateQueen7903

07-15-2003, 08:49 PM

I for one thought Pirates was on of the best movies of the summer. I had high hopes for it. Thinking it would just be "good", but for me, it turns out to be one of the best movies I've ever seen.
The characters played their roles exceptionally well. I never tired of the movie and at the end was wishing it would have been even longer. The story was well done and I only wish I could write something that good someday. Johnny Depp was the most awesome person in this movie :applaud: as many have said. I don't think anyone else could have played that part better than him and if he hadn't been in this movie, it would have fallen flat.
Every character in this movie played their role well. Keira Knightley kicked butt and never bored me. As did Orlando Bloom. The one liners were awesome, and I think, well thought, for I don't think I could ever come up with anything like that and can't wait for the DVD to come out so I can write them all out. :D
I also thought of how well they fit in some of the things from the ride. As I've said before, the movie was put together, extremely well. I also thought as the movie went on, that Captain Sparrow was Will's father, and was kind of disappointed to find out he wasn't. I hope and pray they make a second one, but with how hugely it came out, I only guess there will be. From what I understand Johnny, Orlando, and Keira would love to do another one, and I surely hope they do.
I also want to to say that I loved how emz summed up the movie. It was perfectly said, and I just wanted to say that you did a great job! ;)
Anyways, once again I say this movie was awesome and love it so much that I'm going to see it again on saturday( I saw it on wednesday, when it opened) and I plan on seeing it as many times as the opportunity presents itself. I can't wait for the DVD to come out. I rate this movie a 10/10, and I want to recommend this movie to everyone. Enjoy!

Orlando_Bloom

07-15-2003, 09:01 PM

I don't know why you people are alll dissing this movie but i thought it was awesome. :applaud: :applaud: :applaud: i mean how could you not like a movie with OrlandoBloom!!!:eek: :eek: :eek: He plays his character really well and Johnny Depp is like the funniest pirate ever. I didn't get to stay for the extra so I guess i HAVE to go see it again.;) I mean come on people. This is probably the best movie of the summer. By the way, does anyone know who played the little kids of the Will and (fill in blank here)?

Lackey

07-15-2003, 09:35 PM

Originally posted by downflow311
Your a female arent you? i always thought you were a guy for some reason.

Something wrong with being female?

Raiden

07-16-2003, 01:26 PM

I went to see PotC, and although I still like X2 better, I found myself liking PotC alot after seeing it. At first, I was a skeptic because, after all, it is based on a Disney theme park ride. However, with the talented cast and director behind it, the movie exceeded my expectation. Depp as Capt. Jack Sparrow pretty much stolen every scene he was in; Geoffery Rush shows why he's one of the best and most underrated character actor in Hollywood; and Orlando Bloom looks great for his female fans and didn't do a bad job even in midst of other great actors. However, Keira Knightley was a breakthrough actor in this movie. At a tender age of 18, Knightley already demonstrated her range as an actress, from playing a damsel-in-distress, to someone who takes charge and refused to be fixtated inside the mold the society demands her to be in. If they make a sequel I hope she'll be back. In short, PotC is a good movie and I'll be adding it to my DVD library when it's out. 9/10

Jay Casey

07-16-2003, 04:16 PM

I know the movie is making a ton of money, and there is already talk of a sequel, but it was just okay in my book. I liked Johnny Depp and Keira Knightley but Orlando Bloom was not that good and the movie was way too long!

Jackie K Cooper
ww.jackiekcooper.com

downflow311

07-19-2003, 02:40 PM

Originally posted by Lackey
Something wrong with being female?

i knew you would say that. nothing at all is wrong with being a female, i love females. for some reason you came off as a guy to me. all the times we have argued all make sense to me now.

downflow311

07-19-2003, 02:43 PM

Originally posted by Jay Casey
I know the movie is making a ton of money, and there is already talk of a sequel, but it was just okay in my book. I liked Johnny Depp and Keira Knightley but Orlando Bloom was not that good and the movie was way too long!

Jackie K Cooper
ww.jackiekcooper.com

the movie was way too long. and i agree orlando bloom comes off as a wuss in thus movie IMO, especially since you have to compare him to Sparrow. Will Turner could have been played by any actor, he was a very simple character.

and it did seem like the movie was never going to end. i love swordfights and all but there is such thing as too much, and POTC gets in that catergory. the last 15 minutes was unnecessary.

pattypimpdaddy2

07-19-2003, 03:40 PM

i only got 4 things to say about POTC and thats 1. Depp kicked ass, 2. Orlando Bloom dropped his blonde hair, 3. That dude from the movie Shine (Rush) played a good villian, and last but not least 4. That Knightly chick was nippin out hardcore she is so hot.. All around a good movie, maybe the best of this year..

downflow311

07-20-2003, 01:48 PM

what scenes was she nipping out in? im going to see it again tonight with my family, i dont remember any scenes in particualr in which she was nipping out.

LOTRfan

07-20-2003, 02:05 PM

Originally posted by downflow311
the movie was way too long. and i agree orlando bloom comes off as a wuss in thus movie IMO, especially since you have to compare him to Sparrow. Will Turner could have been played by any actor, he was a very simple character.

What about Will was wussy? I mean practicing for 3 hrs. a day with swords is a little pathetic, if not obsessive- but wussy?! He was the only one bold enough to "fraternize" with pirates in order to accomplish his mission-saving Elizabeth. He was willing to die for her and he gave Jack- a seasoned pirate and captain- a run for his money in sword fighting. I agree that Jack was an impressive character (largely due to Johnny's intrepretation) but when you think about it - Will and Jack were equally complex. Will had to own up to his pirate heritage while keeping his values and Jack- well, he could've been good, could've been bad...it was never clear cut. He could have stabbed everyone in the back but ended up being just as loyal as Will and got what he wanted to boot- his ship. I feel we were meant to be focused on Jack Sparrow and have Will and Elizabeth kinda on the sidelines. Considering that, I think Orlando and Keira overall played their characters well.

downflow311

07-20-2003, 05:18 PM

i ment orladno bloom is a wuss as the character will turner. Will Turner is the quintessesntial hero thats in every movie. there are a number of actors i can think of that could've played Will Turner, i just dont think Orlando Bloom presents the "toughness" needed to be a hero, especially a pirate hero. I just kept seeing Legolas on a boat. Jack Sparrow is the anti-hero, and Depp played him perfectly. of course, IMO.

how about POTC only getting a 28% drop on its second weekend at the box office? it came close to Bad Boys 2 at the top spot, in its opening weekend!!! i think POTC did 33 million, with Bad Boys 2 just doing 46.5 mil in its opening weekend. i knew Bad Boys 2 wouldnt do more then 50 mil. i think POTC might regain the top spot next weekend, i dont think Tomb Raider is going to have a big draw, considering the first one was really bad.

LOTRfan

07-21-2003, 02:24 PM

I doubt Pirates will top next week. I think it will have a strong showing (at least 20 mil.) but Seabiscuit is also coming out and that seems to be a critic favorite. All depends on how many theaters show it of course. But overall POTC will probably stay in the top 3.

downflow311

07-21-2003, 02:44 PM

do you think tomb raider will out do seabiscuit?

timmy two shoes

07-21-2003, 06:17 PM

that would be great for Pirates if it could even compete with seabiscuit on its opening weekend.. I will probably help it.. I have several friends that didn't want to see it at first, and now they want to go... so i will probably see it for a third time.. (is that geting fanitacial ;-) )

downflow311

07-21-2003, 06:50 PM

thats exactly why this movie continues to bring in the cash, word-of-mouth. i took my parents last night to see it and they loved it.

Knerys

07-22-2003, 04:37 AM

Hands down the best Moive to come out this year. Depp is pefect in his role, and he doesn't miss and beat ("Stop blowing holes in my ship!" lol). Knightly was great as well. Not you typical damsel in distress. She will certainly be a force to be reconded with. I thought Bloom was fine as Turner, though granted it could have been played by any numer of actors, but I didn't he was bad it. In fact it reminded me a bit of Guybrush Threepwood from monkey island heh.

Not much else I can sya but I loved every minute of it.

10/10

hpk37067

07-22-2003, 02:26 PM

This was a great movie, except for the ending. It was action packed with subtle humor. But the ending was awkward. I hope they put in an alternate ending in the DVD.

whollytrinity

07-22-2003, 08:01 PM

Awesome movie! Ive seen it three times already, and hoping to see it a few more before it goes out of theaters. I loved it, Johnny Depp makes a perfect pirate. I thought Orlando Bloom was really good in it too, as once a pirate, then not for a long period of time and hating them, and then again he was. He did a good job.
I'll definetly be getting it on DVD!:D

hpk37067

07-22-2003, 10:16 PM

Anyone think the ending was a bit awkward? I loved the movie! Best in a long time (well, since Reloaded)!

Knerys

07-22-2003, 10:40 PM

I didn't. What do you mean by awkward

evilsquishy

07-22-2003, 11:00 PM

I thought it was fine. Could have done with a bit darker ending, but hey, it's Disney.

Gandollum

07-22-2003, 11:35 PM

What does Depp say in the very end of the movie. I couldnt really understand him.

downflow311

07-22-2003, 11:50 PM

something about really bad eggs. does anyone know what that means?

Knerys

07-23-2003, 12:51 AM

It from the song that they sing in the POTC ride. "APIrates Life for me" it's one of the lines.

OzzMosiz

07-23-2003, 06:07 AM

I had heard all the hype about this film and was curious as to how good I would think it was. Well I watched this film yesterday.
Overall it's an average movie, made slightly better by Johnny Depp, and full of plot holes. 8/10 (but mainly for Depps OTT acting.

hpk37067

07-23-2003, 06:42 PM

I meant Depp and Bloom were like friends at the end and I hoped that they would go off and become pirates or something.

Balrog of Moria

07-23-2003, 09:42 PM

Thats the beauty of a sequal

evilsquishy

07-24-2003, 12:09 AM

This is one movie I absolutely, positively DON'T want a sequal to. Like I said, it had a fine ending, possibly darker, but another stinkin sequal will drive me up the wall!

Knerys

07-24-2003, 12:27 AM

Originally posted by OzzMosiz
I had heard all the hype about this film and was curious as to how good I would think it was. Well I watched this film yesterday.
Overall it's an average movie, made slightly better by Johnny Depp, and full of plot holes. 8/10 (but mainly for Depps OTT acting. Curious of the plot holes,.... I though tit was pretty tight script.

Knerys

07-24-2003, 12:27 AM

Originally posted by hpk37067
I meant Depp and Bloom were like friends at the end and I hoped that they would go off and become pirates or something. But he has Elizabeth! ;)

Balrog of Moria

07-24-2003, 12:47 AM

She'd make a sassy pirate lass though

Knerys

07-24-2003, 01:24 AM

That she would.

southern

07-24-2003, 02:13 PM

Originally posted by evilsquishy
This is one movie I absolutely, positively DON'T want a sequal to. Like I said, it had a fine ending, possibly darker, but another stinkin sequal will drive me up the wall!
AGREED!

downflow311

07-24-2003, 06:00 PM

the one thing that bugged me about the movie was when jack sparrow was in the moonlight in the beginning parts of the movie, nothing happened. did he magically turn in to a [\spoiler]cursed pirate[\spoiler] or what?

a sequel will be made for this movie. disney made sure to sign depp, bloom, verbinski, bruckheimer, and knightley for a few movies. script is already in the works.

hpk37067

07-24-2003, 07:52 PM

Originally posted by downflow311
the one thing that bugged me about the movie was when jack sparrow was in the moonlight in the beginning parts of the movie, nothing happened. did he magically turn in to a [\spoiler]cursed pirate[\spoiler] or what?

Of course not. Remember when Will was being held on to and Sparrow was talking to Barbosa about what was waiting for them outside? Well, just then, Sparrow knew he was going to fight him but he couldn't beat an immortal so he stole a piece of gold therefore making him cursed as well.

downflow311

07-24-2003, 10:16 PM

ahhhh....... ok now i get it. i forgot about that part. thanks for clearing that up. you obviously had a clearer head when you saw that movie then i did. (stones off into space........ 5 mins later looks back at computer screen)

Kitty

07-26-2003, 12:19 AM

Originally posted by downflow311
a sequel will be made for this movie. disney made sure to sign depp, bloom, verbinski, bruckheimer, and knightley for a few movies. script is already in the works.
really? interesting. if this is true, well, truthfully in my opinion all we can do is pray...hehe

PapaGeorgioSmrf

07-27-2003, 03:07 AM

i just saw it tonight in the theater and wow, what an awesome movie, i didnt stay til after the credits, cause i would feel like a nerd.

i only did that after the matrix reloaded, haaa, but anyways i thought it was a really good movie, really funny and just cool. i would see it again

JohnnyBgood

07-27-2003, 02:20 PM

Not bad, not bad at all.

The biggest highlight: Sparrow stepping off his ship's sail, literally, and Depp's performance, wow.

The only problems: Not enough swordplay. There was the Sparrow/Turner and Barbossa spars, but nothing extraordinary. Speaking of extraordinary, the critics complained that were too many explosions in LXG, but this one is just as guilty, cannon fire, cannon fire, explosion, someone jumping from explosion, ships sinks, explosion, someone jumping from explosion, ahh....

And there was not a really big grand sense of adventure, its mainly village on the coast, then that rocky island, another village location, then back to that rocky island. I was expecting high seas fun and more storm scenes, like the one it did featured.

But generally, it was lighthearted and fun to watch...:p

lookdark

07-27-2003, 05:48 PM

Yeah, I love how the term "plot hole" comes up when people don't understand something.

Kris Hodgson

07-28-2003, 09:12 AM

Originally posted by hpk37067
Of course not. Remember when Will was being held on to and Sparrow was talking to Barbosa about what was waiting for them outside? Well, just then, Sparrow knew he was going to fight him but he couldn't beat an immortal so he stole a piece of gold therefore making him cursed as well.

OH YEAH!!!!! Thanks for clearing that up. It completely slipped my mind. I seen the movie last night, and I loved it. But when Depp turned into a zombie thing I was thinking "What the hell?!?!".

Knerys

07-28-2003, 11:38 PM

Oh there will be a sequel. This ia business, they have no thoughts of sentimentallity. I just hope they do it justice.

movieluver

07-29-2003, 01:26 PM

Originally posted by Stands Alone
Yes, if you mean the part before the credits where he is touching the wheel. He begins singing: "Yo ho, yo ho, a pirates life for me! We smuggle the rich bladadad bladda, drink up ye hardies yo ho!" Thats what he says before the end of the movie.

actually he doesn't sing the first verse of the song. Remember on the beach with elizabeth how he said he would teach the song to the whole crew? So he's singing the verse that they sang on the beach by the fire but not with all the words.

na na na na na na na na na na na...and really bad eggs, drink up me hearties YO HO!