Sorry, it took me a long time to write this review... but I had been travelling and now that am back in my turf, my fingers feel comfortable. Well, I didn't miss the movie even in my travels-- saw it First Day Second Show (2D) and caught the show in my own city as well (3D) -- all in a span of 4 days from the day of its release. Yes, am bragging.
So, well, yes, it's definitely worth a watch, as expected.
Jack Sparrow at his disgusting, deviously charming self, as expected.
Penelope Cruz looking splendid and acting the part, too, as expected.
Geoffrey Rush, tantalising as a seasoned actor, as expected.
The beauty-meets-beast aura of the lovely mermaids is entertaining, as expected.
Hans Zimmer's score, engrosses your mood all the way till your soul, as expected.
What was different is this is the first time the movie was directed by Rob Marshall, taking the heavyweight crown of expectations from Gore Verbinski (Director, Pirates: Parts 1-3). Marshall's incredibly talented: his last claim to fame was the magnificent Chicago. He does a fine job, if not perfect, and brings out a different shade to Captain Jack Sparrow altogether. Perhaps this is the first of the Pirates film that showcases Sparrow's philosophical take on life, death, eternal life - and even love. You actually see his sensitive side.
From the moment go, the film is a continuous series of events, packed with action, laughter and thought provoking matters like compassion, "sterlings" (Sparrow's equivalent for "feelings"). But make no mistake, despite the mushy interventions, there's lot of action and adventure.
Penelope Cruz displays a character that's gritty, realist despite being vulnerable. Her natural stunning yet vulnerable looks do justice to the role. Johnny Depp walks the walk and in some scenes you are treated to see him genuinely brooding. Ian McShane, as Black Beard, looks his part of voo-doo villain, and Cruz's father. They actually look related. There are talented actors like Judi Dench and Roger Allam in a blink-and-miss roles. Everybody knows five seconds of act in Pirates movie is never a bad move.
The first scene of a chaotic London embracing the paranoia of Captain Jack Sparrow's trial is awesome, as is the light-house explosion combating the beautiful and deadly mermaids. The cinematography is one of a kind. The treatment in the form of colours - turquoise, yellow and light blue is simply enriching.
It's intriguing to note Sparrow's fascination slash obsession in finding the fabled Fountain of Youth, racing with the Spanish and the English, yet he doesn't want the prize for himself. Ultimate sacrifice for a love that he refuses to acknowledge, or just the carefree nature of a pirate, taking every fascination as nothing but a journey for pure caper?
Mermaids, Zombies, Penelope Cruz, blue, green, yellow, Hector, Fountain of Youth and Captain Jack Sparrow -- you feel like a kid in a candy store.. with ample of things to do for adults, too ;) if you know what I mean...
The script dwells into various factors of good and evil, magic sword of Blackbeard, Sparrow's descent into the manipulative and sensitive zones and whole load of adventure. It does justice to your time. And imagination.
Stepping out tonight to watch Kung Fu Panda -2 :) Review, coming up :)
So, well, yes, it's definitely worth a watch, as expected.
Jack Sparrow at his disgusting, deviously charming self, as expected.
Penelope Cruz looking splendid and acting the part, too, as expected.
Geoffrey Rush, tantalising as a seasoned actor, as expected.
The beauty-meets-beast aura of the lovely mermaids is entertaining, as expected.
Hans Zimmer's score, engrosses your mood all the way till your soul, as expected.
What was different is this is the first time the movie was directed by Rob Marshall, taking the heavyweight crown of expectations from Gore Verbinski (Director, Pirates: Parts 1-3). Marshall's incredibly talented: his last claim to fame was the magnificent Chicago. He does a fine job, if not perfect, and brings out a different shade to Captain Jack Sparrow altogether. Perhaps this is the first of the Pirates film that showcases Sparrow's philosophical take on life, death, eternal life - and even love. You actually see his sensitive side.
From the moment go, the film is a continuous series of events, packed with action, laughter and thought provoking matters like compassion, "sterlings" (Sparrow's equivalent for "feelings"). But make no mistake, despite the mushy interventions, there's lot of action and adventure.
Penelope Cruz displays a character that's gritty, realist despite being vulnerable. Her natural stunning yet vulnerable looks do justice to the role. Johnny Depp walks the walk and in some scenes you are treated to see him genuinely brooding. Ian McShane, as Black Beard, looks his part of voo-doo villain, and Cruz's father. They actually look related. There are talented actors like Judi Dench and Roger Allam in a blink-and-miss roles. Everybody knows five seconds of act in Pirates movie is never a bad move.
The first scene of a chaotic London embracing the paranoia of Captain Jack Sparrow's trial is awesome, as is the light-house explosion combating the beautiful and deadly mermaids. The cinematography is one of a kind. The treatment in the form of colours - turquoise, yellow and light blue is simply enriching.
It's intriguing to note Sparrow's fascination slash obsession in finding the fabled Fountain of Youth, racing with the Spanish and the English, yet he doesn't want the prize for himself. Ultimate sacrifice for a love that he refuses to acknowledge, or just the carefree nature of a pirate, taking every fascination as nothing but a journey for pure caper?
Mermaids, Zombies, Penelope Cruz, blue, green, yellow, Hector, Fountain of Youth and Captain Jack Sparrow -- you feel like a kid in a candy store.. with ample of things to do for adults, too ;) if you know what I mean...
The script dwells into various factors of good and evil, magic sword of Blackbeard, Sparrow's descent into the manipulative and sensitive zones and whole load of adventure. It does justice to your time. And imagination.
Stepping out tonight to watch Kung Fu Panda -2 :) Review, coming up :)
Interesting thought but the as expected part is not happeneing :(
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