‘Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl’ Download and Reviews

December 28, 2009 by Paul Wall  
Filed under Action, Adventure, Fantasy

“Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl” Movie Details

Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl tagline: Prepare to be blown out of the water.
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Actors:
  • Kevin McNally
  • Johnny Depp Jack Sparrow
    Geoffrey Rush Barbossa
    Orlando Bloom Will Turner
    Keira Knightley Elizabeth Swann
    Jack Davenport Norrington
    Jonathan Pryce Governor Weatherby Swann
    Lee Arenberg Pintel
    Mackenzie Crook Ragetti
    Damian O’Hare Lt. Gillette
    Giles New Murtogg
    Angus Barnett Mullroy
    David Bailie Cotton
    Michael Berry Jr. Twigg
    Isaac C. Singleton Jr. Bo’sun
    Joshamee Gibbs
    Directors: Gore Verbinski IMDB Rating: 8.0/10 out of 216,356 votes

    “Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl” Movie Review

    “P.O.T.C.” Plot Summary

    Blacksmith Will Turner teams up with eccentric pirate “Captain” Jack Sparrow to save his love, the governor’s daughter, from Jack’s former pirate allies, who are now undead.

    A tale of love, war and power

    Oh and what a movie this is. There is something for everyone in the family with this movie, romance, action, drama, horror, adventure and fantasy. A quality of acting rivaling no other movie in recent times, except for the Rings trilogy, but that’s another thing altogether. I have watched this movies so many times that I can’t even keep track. This movie never gets boring. Johnny Depp is at the top of this career with this film!! A must see, many times over. A true classic! The cursed tale of a pirate ship’s captain, marooned by his mutineering mates and left for dead on a desert isle. He returns with another ship, this time stolen from the Royal Navy, in order to reclaim his rightful command of the infamous Black Pearl, a ship so evil that hell itself spat back her dead. He is joined by the son of a murdered pirate ship’s mate, a swordsman who’s skill and craft are equal to that of Robin Hood himself. The boy is motivated by love for a woman, herself of royal blood and captured by those mutineering pirates of ill repute in order to release a curse cast upon them from the captured gold of the famous Spanish explorer and conquistador, Hernando Cortez. With the Royal Navy in hot pursuit of their stolen ship, the captain and the boy, along with another crew of pirates, make haste for the Black Pearl, execute a cunning plan, and live happily ever after. Well, not exactly like that but almost. This film is destined a classic because of the dry, witty comments, superb acting of the entire cast, outstanding writing and special effects, and it’s about time someone put this swashbuckling story to film. Rated PG-13, which is the number of times you should see this movie.

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    ‘Atonement’ Download and Reviews

    December 24, 2009 by Paul Wall  
    Filed under Drama, Mystery, Romance

    “Atonement” Movie Details

    Atonement tagline: You can only imagine the truth.
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    Actors:
    Saoirse Ronan Briony Tallis, aged 13
    Brenda Blethyn Grace Turner
    Julia West Betty
    James McAvoy Robbie Turner
    Harriet Walter Emily Tallis
    Keira Knightley Cecilia Tallis
    Juno Temple Lola Quincey
    Felix von Simson Pierrot Quincey
    Charlie von Simson Jackson Quincey
    Alfie Allen Danny Hardman
    Patrick Kennedy Leon Tallis
    Benedict Cumberbatch Paul Marshall
    Peter Wight Police Inspector
    Peter O’Connor Police Sergeant
    Daniel Mays Tommy Nettle
    Directors: Joe Wright
    IMDB Rating: 7.9/10 out of 69,994 votes

    “Atonement” Movie Review

    “Atonement” Plot Summary

    Fledgling writer Briony Tallis, as a 13-year-old, irrevocably changes the course of several lives when she accuses her older sister’s lover of a crime he did not commit. Based on the British romance novel by Ian McEwan.

    Amazing!!! Favourite Romantic Movie.

    I was completely stunned when I watched Atonement yesterday. From the funny lines to the sad moments, this movie does not fail to amaze me. James McAvoy is by far the shining star in this movie, endowed with unfailing charisma and absolutely adoring accent. The score was impeccable, especially the sound of the typewriter. I loved the scenes from Dunkirk, the hospital, and ,of course, the mansion. It’s truly an amazing movie that I consider to be the best of 2007’s. The ending was rather sad, but it fits perfectly. Keira Knightley was ineffably wonderful with her charming beauty and brilliant performance. One should really go and watch it because it’s a fulfilling experience. I personally give it 10/10.

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    ‘Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man’s Chest’ Download and Reviews

    November 13, 2009 by Paul Wall  
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    “Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man’s Chest” Movie Details

    Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man’s Chest tagline:
    P.O.T.C. 2 - DVD Cover

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    Actors:
    Johnny Depp Jack Sparrow
    Orlando Bloom Will Turner
    Keira Knightley Elizabeth Swann
    Jack Davenport Norrington
    Bill Nighy Davy Jones
    Jonathan Pryce Governor Weatherby Swann
    Lee Arenberg Pintel
    Mackenzie Crook Ragetti
    Kevin McNally Gibbs
    David Bailie Cotton
    Stellan SkarsgГҐrd Bootstrap Bill
    Tom Hollander Cutler Beckett
    Naomie Harris Tia Dalma
    Martin Klebba Marty
    David Schofield Mercer
    Directors: Gore Verbinski
    IMDB Rating: 7.3/10 out of 141,531 votes

    “Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man’s Chest” Movie Review

    “P.O.T.C. 2″ Plot Summary

    Jack Sparrow races to recover the heart of Davy Jones to avoid enslaving his soul to Jones’ service, as other friends and foes seek the heart for their own agenda as well. add synopsis

    Viva Pirates!

    Well, first of all, when I read the review for the movie in my hometown paper, I was a little scared that Pirates might be a let down. The trailer and the movie clips, it seemed, didn’t really let on that there was much of a story line — that it just kind of goes on and on and on, like the Matrix 2, with no storyline — just fighting. Plus, most people do agree: sequels are hardly ever as good as the originals. And in this case, it’s true… Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man’s Chest isn’t the original. But, its an awesome movie in its own right! There are a few surprises in this movie. A few characters come back from the first that you wouldn’t expect to see in the second. but… um! that’s all I’m saying. This movie is definitely a lot more violent and gory than the first one. Don’t bring the little kids to it. But, trust me — this is not a Matrix-type movie… There is an actual storyline. And a good one at that. Capt. Jack Sparrow is back as well as Elizabeth and Will, who are forced to find him and obtain his compass, or else they will face the gallows. Well, actually, Will has to find him. Elizabeth escapes, and yes… as you’ve seen in the trailers, she does dress up like a man for this movie. Making it all the more comical. (you’ll see what I mean).

    The comedy was superb in this movie. Of course, it wasn’t as good as the first, but you can’t expect it to be. Yes, there were a few instances were they could’ve shortened the fighting scenes, but it was very well shot and scripted

    I wish they would’ve changed a few things about the movie, but you can’t have everything. And don’t expect everything to be resolved at the end. No! There’s a cliff-hanger ending that leaves you wanting the watch the next one the moment the credits start rolling

    If you like the first movie, you’ll like the second… And that’s all I’m saying

    Jack Sparrow: ‘Why is the rum *always* gone?’ (he stands up and staggers) ‘Oh… That’s why.’

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    ‘Pirates of the Caribbean: At World’s End’ Download and Reviews

    November 6, 2009 by Paul Wall  
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    Pirates of the Caribbean: At World’s End tagline: At the End of the World, the Adventure Begins
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    Actors:
    Johnny Depp Jack Sparrow
    Orlando Bloom Will Turner
    Keira Knightley Elizabeth Swann
    Geoffrey Rush Barbossa
    Jonathan Pryce Governor Weatherby Swann
    Bill Nighy Davy Jones
    Yun-Fat Chow Captain Sao Feng
    Tom Hollander Lord Cutler Beckett
    Stellan SkarsgГҐrd ‘Bootstrap’ Bill Turner
    Kevin McNally Joshamee Gibbs
    Mackenzie Crook Ragetti
    Lee Arenberg Pintel
    Martin Klebba Marty
    Greg Ellis Lieutenant Groves
    Jack Davenport Admiral James Norrington
    Directors: Gore Verbinski
    IMDB Rating: 7.0/10 out of 124,387 votes

    “Pirates of the Caribbean: At World’s End” Movie Review

    “P.O.T.C. 3″ Plot Summary

    Captain Barbossa, Will Turner and Elizabeth Swann must sail off the edge of the map, navigate treachery and betrayal, and make their final alliances for one last decisive battle.

    At World’s End

    The more I think about this movie, the more I like it. This is strange, considering my low expectations. The first film was fun, and I was very happy to see swashbuckling returning to movies, but I never really bought into the script. I wasn’t convinced that pirates were some sort of blood-bound ‘race’, and I was powerfully confused by the distance between and physical relationships of various locations. But, still good fun. The second film just kind of made me mad; I loved the ending, but it was just one example of how much it was a standard sequel: every single quirk of the first film was referenced, every single character had to return, and it HAD to be structured – nay, plotted – like Empire Strikes Back. This included re-introducing the Han Solo-Leia love story where the female lead wants the anti-hero, just to appease all the screaming Johnny Depp fans. It begged to be liked, but aside from a great score, great effects, and some very funny moments, it just came off as trite

    And then we get At World’s End, which has everything you could possibly want in a pirate fantasy film: Legendary ships riddling each other with cannon fire in a whirlpool, screaming buccaneers swinging from one ship to the next, sword-fights on crow’s nests, and all that in about fifteen minutes. The rest is an admittedly convoluted story that is much more clearly plotted than the second film, while still taking breaks for letting us spend time with characters we weren’t so sure about last time, but are once again fond of. Maybe it’s Geoffrey Rush as Barbossa, or the overall simplicity of the plot, but it just worked, and I had a great time

    I was legitimately surprised and concerned at what the plot did with our heroes and villains, and was very satisfied with everyone’s status in the end. I guess I wouldn’t mind seeing another Pirates movie now, but I kind of think everything that needs to be done is in this film

    I can’t wrap up without mentioning the very nice abstract stuff Verbinksi and co. did with the journey to Davey Jones’ Locker. It takes guts to do really surreal stuff with a $300 million Happy Meal blockbuster, but they really did some new, interesting things with their bottomless bag of tricks

    A- Curse of the Black Pearl: B+ Dead Man’s Chest: B

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    ‘Love Actually’ Download and Reviews

    October 5, 2009 by Paul Wall  
    Filed under Comedy, Drama, Romance

    “Love Actually” Movie Details

    Love Actually tagline: Love actually is all around.
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    Love Actually DVD Cover

    Actors:
    Bill Nighy Billy Mack
    Gregor Fisher Joe
    Rory MacGregor Engineer
    Colin Firth Jamie Bennett
    Sienna Guillory Jamie’s Girlfriend
    Liam Neeson Daniel
    Emma Thompson Karen
    Lulu Popplewell Daisy, her daughter
    Kris Marshall Colin Frissell
    Heike Makatsch Mia
    Martin Freeman John
    Joanna Page Just Judy
    Chiwetel Ejiofor Peter
    Andrew Lincoln Mark
    Keira Knightley Juliet
    Directors: Richard Curtis
    IMDB Rating: 7.9/10 out of 91,864 votes

    “Love Actually” Movie Review

    “Love Actually” Plot Summary

    Follows the lives of eight very different couples in dealing with their love lives in various loosely and interrelated tales all set during a frantic month before Christmas in London, England.

    Actually…excellent

    Well this movie is actually…excellent. It includes lots of characters who are all in love in their own special way and the whole story is set in London five weeks before Christmas. We meet Billy Mack (Bill Nighy), old singer who tries to get back on top with help of his loyal manager Joe (Gregor Fisher); David (Hugh Grant) has just become the new Prime Minister and he instantly falls in love with his new personal assistant Natalie (Martine McCutcheon); Karen (Emma Thompson) and Harry (Alan Rickman) are married couple with their own problems; Sarah (Laura Linney) is women torn between a man she loves and her sick brother; Peter (Chiwetel Ejiofor) and Juliet (Keira Knightley) are fresh married, but Peter’s best friend Mark (Andrew Lincoln) is in love with Juliet; John (Martin Freeman) and Judy (Joanna Page) met on shooting of porn movie; Jamie Bennett (Colin Firth) moves to France after he found out that his girl is cheating him with his brother and there he meets Aurelia (Lucia Moniz), young Portuguese woman; Colin Frissell (Kris Marshall) hopes that he’ll find ‘normal’ girl(s) in America; and finally there is Sam (Thomas Sangster), who is young boy and also in love, which makes a problem to his stepfather Daniel (Liam Neeson).

    So many characters and so many actors that are beautifully composed in this movie. All that is achieved Richard Curtis in his directorial debut. His story is for everyone. I think that lots of people could find themselves in this characters that are full of life and very real. Maybe the only characters that are little stretched are the ones of John and Judy. It’s hard to believe that porn actors are so shy like they are both presented. But here Curtis makes fun with everything. That’s why I love Britons so much. They smile to others equally as they smile to themselves. ‘Love Actually’ rises above many romantic movies because it has great story, capable direction, top class actors and magnificent soundtrack mixed with some old and some new songs. I really can’t talk about all the actors in this movies cause it would last for days; instead I’ll mention only two: Bill Nighy and Emma Thompson. Nighy brings breath of fresh air to his character while he’s making fun with his manager, his own hit song and Britney Spears. Emma Thompson, ah Emma Thompson. She makes acting so easy, makes you feel that anyone could act. She’s so natural and believable, such extraordinary actress. There is also lots of cameo roles (Billy Bob Thornton, Claudia Schiffer, Denise Richards, Sienna Guillory…) and one hilarious appearance of Rowan Atkinson as jewelery salesman (he’s like Christmas ghost, you know when he helps young Sam).

    Well, I almost forgot to say what is this movie about (at least how I understand it). It gives us a message; that we must search and struggle for love, we must make sacrifice, just like Jamie and Sam for example did, while Sarah choose the other way (her brother) and she gave up. Actually everything is said in the beginning; there is enough love on this world (great idea with airport arrivals). Actually, I advice you to watch this movie. Actually, I gave 10 to it, cause it’s so much better then any other romantic movie I’ve ever watched. Or I could just say, love actually.

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