Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl | 100 Movies Bucket List

 

I probably saw this film around the time it first came out in and then never again, so this felt very much like a first watch.

This isn't a series I kept up with, or one I was particularly excited to go back into, but I was intrigued to see it again having no memories of what it's actually about.

The first thing that stuck out to me was how iconic the score was. Even though I didn't remember the plot of the film, I absolutely remembered the score. It gave me a sense of nostalgia and fit perfectly with each scene it was used in. It adds a sense of excitement to fight scenes and really makes you feel like you're in this world with these characters.

I got into the story quicker than I thought I would - mainly because I didn't think I'd like or care about the characters as much as I did.

They all have great introductions, we get to know them really quickly, and when we become invested in who they are, we also become invested in the story.

I really really loved the characters - they were the main reason I was as invested in the film as I was. I liked seeing them interact, I think the dialogue worked really well, they were written well and the actors did a great job with them. They all have great chemistry.

And then there's the story, which is a really interesting one. Taking everything original out of it, the basic idea of two 'enemies' coming together for a common goal is interesting enough in itself, but it works even better in a film like this when there so many other interesting things going on.

There are some really stunning visuals throughout the film. Even just the different ships and flags are so interesting to see, and it's clear that a lot of time and effort went into their creation. Nothing feels inauthentic or out of place and it allows you to sink even deeper into the story.

Some of the best scenes are the fight scenes. They're really well choreographed and, like other aspects of the film, feel authentic, which makes them all the more entertaining.

So all in all I had a good time with this film, and I'm glad I watched it again - it's definitely worth remembering!