Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest (2006)

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• John M

  
  A fun ride like its predecessor setting up what should be a fun finale. Depp, Bloom, and Knightly shine. Good supporting cast as well.

• Chris W

  
  Just as good, if not a little bit better than Curse of the Black Pearl. This time out, the film is longer, the plot more complex (just slightly muddled), and in need of trimming, but honestly, i don't know where to make cuts to this film. The acting is (as always) awesome, the… More
  Just as good, if not a little bit better than Curse of the Black Pearl. This time out, the film is longer, the plot more complex (just slightly muddled), and in need of trimming, but honestly, i don't know where to make cuts to this film. The acting is (as always) awesome, the stunts and action sequences thrilling, the costumes, make-up cinematography and special effects are gorgeous and brilliant, and all around, this is a fun and exhillirating movie.

• Directors C

  
  Everything Depp does in this movie is completely predictable for all who've seen the first Pirates movie and its packed with even more infectious CGI and its even more stretched than the first one.

• Brad W

  
  The best in the trilogy in my opinion, a polishing in everything that made the first good and bad. Jack Sparrow (Johnny Depp) witnesess Will Turners (Orlando Bloom) father, Bootsrap Bill Turner. He tells Jack that Davy Jones (Bill Nighy) is sending a best after Jack because he has… More
  The best in the trilogy in my opinion, a polishing in everything that made the first good and bad. Jack Sparrow (Johnny Depp) witnesess Will Turners (Orlando Bloom) father, Bootsrap Bill Turner. He tells Jack that Davy Jones (Bill Nighy) is sending a best after Jack because he has not repaid him for a long ago favor. Davy Jones will send the Krakyn, and so Jack decides to head to the nearest land. Will and Elizibeth (Keira Knightly) have their wedding interrupted by being sent to jail for help Jack in the first film, and the only way to save them both is if Will gos and gets Jacks Compass that is very special. Jack promises to give him the compass if he helps him find the key to Dead mans Chest, a chest that holds the heart of Davy Jones. This journey is more adventorous, because of the slaved crew members, the horror that is Davy Jones, cannibal island dwellers, and the Krakyn. The plot is amazing, it truly is what we want from an amazing pirates movie. Jack is just as funny and cool as before, and even more mysterious of his intentions. The cast is great again and Bill Nighy was great as Davy Jones. The efffects were my only problem with the first film, now they have re done it and it looks gorceous. Dead Mans Chest is a genius film. changed for the better.

• Matt G

  
  Seriously dislike this installment. Worst pirates movie (I don't like any of them that much anyway).

• Bethany M

  
  POTC never fail to amuse! Amazing! A must see!

• Christopher H

  
  The quirky charm of the first film is replaced with a mean-spirited dark tone. Jack Sparrow is no longer the lovable eccentric drunk pirates from the first film. In Pirates 2, he comes across as manipulative jerk. I had trouble liking any of the characters in this film because they… More
  The quirky charm of the first film is replaced with a mean-spirited dark tone. Jack Sparrow is no longer the lovable eccentric drunk pirates from the first film. In Pirates 2, he comes across as manipulative jerk. I had trouble liking any of the characters in this film because they kept double-crossing each other. The plot of the film lacks the originality of the first film. The plot mostly suffers from being overly complicated, overly busy, and poorly paced in a few spots. The most fascinating character in the film was Davy Jones played by Billy Nighly. Despite these flaws, Pirates 2 does manage to be sporadically thrilling. The Kraken is the biggest highlight of the film.. Pirates 2 lacks the freshness of the first film, but it has enough thrills to make it barely passable.

• Lenny M

  
  Longer, darker, in a chest.

• Everett J

  
  Even though I think the 1st Pirates movie is the best, this has the most action, and the better effects. The only thing really that holds it back is that it doesn't have an ending, it's just a middle movie. But even for a middle movie, it is fantastic. I think the sword… More
  Even though I think the 1st Pirates movie is the best, this has the most action, and the better effects. The only thing really that holds it back is that it doesn't have an ending, it's just a middle movie. But even for a middle movie, it is fantastic. I think the sword fight between Jack, Will, and Norrington is probably the best sword fight in movie history(if you think one is better, let me know I'd love to see it). Plus, the Krakken and Davy Jones are just plain awesome. Very entertaining and really leaves you wanting more.

• KJ P

  
  The second instalment of the unbelievable box office franchise is here, and it even improves over the original. I first though that the original was just an amazing adventure film with a ton of comedy thrown in by Johnny Depp, but I was knocked into the sky when I saw this film. From… More
  The second instalment of the unbelievable box office franchise is here, and it even improves over the original. I first though that the original was just an amazing adventure film with a ton of comedy thrown in by Johnny Depp, but I was knocked into the sky when I saw this film. From the incredible adventure, to the gut-splitting humour, this film truly proves that sequels can be better!

• Drake T

  
  A lot of recycled humor but enough new material to still keep things entertaining. POTC 2 doesn't resonate as a standalone film being a setup for the finale, however, it also felt necessary as it develops all the incredibly fascinating pirate-fantasy-myth that really thrusts you… More
  A lot of recycled humor but enough new material to still keep things entertaining. POTC 2 doesn't resonate as a standalone film being a setup for the finale, however, it also felt necessary as it develops all the incredibly fascinating pirate-fantasy-myth that really thrusts you into this fictional universe. All in all, a fun ride and a visually enticing watch regardless of the unsatisfying story. Again, Depp's character steals the show and Bill Nighy, despite being covered with CGI, delivers a great villain.

• Lucas M

  
  A travel with high action, adventure and comedy. Johnny Depp still great as Jack Sparrow.

• John H

  
  [new review coming soon...] I didn't find much enjoyment out of this the first few times I watched it. about a year later though, watched it again and was just amazed by it. There is a terrific play of words, great use of dialouge, alot more action, skillful manuvers, and many… More
  [new review coming soon...] I didn't find much enjoyment out of this the first few times I watched it. about a year later though, watched it again and was just amazed by it. There is a terrific play of words, great use of dialouge, alot more action, skillful manuvers, and many darker elements then the first provided. Hans Zimmer also managed to provide an asortment and of well displayed soundtracks and music. I thought this was a very entertaining movie.

• Kase V

  
  A sign of worse things to come. Heads up. Depp is such a force on screen though. He gives an entertaining performance.

• Jeff "

  
  Second part of the POTC series builds on the success of the first and the result is a film thats less spectacular than the first one, but it still has the fun, the action and humour you'd expect from this series. The film is slightly toned down, but it still manages to have… More
  Second part of the POTC series builds on the success of the first and the result is a film thats less spectacular than the first one, but it still has the fun, the action and humour you'd expect from this series. The film is slightly toned down, but it still manages to have everything you'd expect from a great pirate film. Dead Man's Chest is a fun, and humourous action adventure. The film is toned down from the first one as the story I personally was less dark than the first entry. But everything you'd expect from a Pirates film is here. The eccentricities of Captain Jack Sparrow are here and like I've mentioned, the film has awesome action. But in regards to the first one, I felt that this sequel was a tad weaker than the first one of course. The idea of the story was interesting and I thought it was a good change of pace, but something was missing to make truly great. What made the first one so great was the engaging storyline, I thought the idea behind the first one was simply a flawless plotline and the film delivered and exceeded expectations. But with Dead Man's Chest, you have what is expected, but its kind of watered down. The film is still fun, and a great viewing experience, but compared to the first film, it's to be viewed as a simple, mindless film. But in the end it has everything that will satisfy fans of the first. Just don't expect a film as phenomenal as The Curse Of The Black Pearl anytime soon. Dead Man's Chest is a much better than average film as it delivers everything you'd expect, swashbuckling sword fights, humour, and accursed pirates.Dead Man's Chest may not be perfect, but it's entertaining enough for the whole family to enjoy. A good enough sequel, and better than the third entry.

• Steven C

  
  "Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest" suffers greatly from narrative complexities and a complete lack of conclusion. While these hinder the entertainment factor, it's something that couldn't be avoided due to the fact that this is only the first half of… More
  "Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest" suffers greatly from narrative complexities and a complete lack of conclusion. While these hinder the entertainment factor, it's something that couldn't be avoided due to the fact that this is only the first half of a story. Films like this are almost certainly never going to totally satisfy, it's the nature of the beast. What makes "Dead Man's Chest" worth watching are it's characters. At it's heart this is not an action film, it's a relationship drama. All the characters from the first film each have some very tricky emotional waters to navigate here (though nothing will be resolved, mind you). The visuals are also a feast for the eyes. The special effects, the art direction and the beautiful locations add plenty of visual splendor and the film does have a brisk and engaging pace for a two and a half hour film. It may not be perfect (none of these two part sequels are) but it's certainly a fun adventure that never gets boring.

• erika b

  
  not my type of film

• Jameson W

  
  Not good....

• Jens S

  
  The movie turned out to be as much fun as hoped. Starting out maybe a little slow, it picked up pace steadily. The Jack-on-spit-scene, the rolling waterwheel fight, the kraken attack: all fantastic action sequences and spectacular eye candy with flawless special effects. The second… More
  The movie turned out to be as much fun as hoped. Starting out maybe a little slow, it picked up pace steadily. The Jack-on-spit-scene, the rolling waterwheel fight, the kraken attack: all fantastic action sequences and spectacular eye candy with flawless special effects. The second film of the trilogy still refuses to push characters into one-dimensional behavior, despite of all the pirates-stereotypes. The immorality and selfishness of Jack Sparrow who wouldn't even refrain from kissing his friend's girl (or screw him over for other plans, for that matter) is just refreshing, same with a few other turncloak characters (Norrington, Pintel and Ragetti). The new villain crew of fish-men beat the zombies from part one by far, especially Davy Jones looks awesome and real with Bill Nighy getting quite a few of his facial expressions through that CGI mask. The wonderful cliffhanger twist in the very last second is goosebumps-worthy and a nice nod to the first film. Actually the highlight of the series.

• Michael E

  
  the effects are fantastic, and the reason to keep you watching is every scene with davy jones crew and himself

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