A refreshing action/adventure - Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl Reviews

In a summer boasting of action/adventure blockbuster films filled with special effects that, at times, become overbearing, this film moves in a refreshing direction. The story is simple, yet never tiresome and it's effects, while amazing, do not require the total suspension of belief needed for others of it's genre. The sets, costumes and props are fantastic enough to not be distracting. The acting is superbly done by some well known individuals, as well as, some fresh new faces that we will, no doubt, be seeing much of in the future. The film's lead, Johnny Depp, is hysterically funny and takes his character beyond anything you have seen before. Geoffrey Rush is in his usual outstanding from, while Orlando Bloom and Kiera Knightly are certain to become big stars. While this film's connection to the Disneyland theme park ride will induce many people to see this movie (and there are several "shout outs" in the film), I believe word of mouth will make it the surprise hit of the summer. So let me be the first to tell you: Do not miss this film!