Better than Pirates 2, not quite as good as Pirates 1, but certainly enjoyable. The “many Johnnies” scenes were entertaining, but I could have done without them: they didn’t really lend anything to the plot (and certainly added to the overall length of an already long flick).
The ending was actually quite poetic and lovely. A half hour (or more) shorter and I would be wholeheartedly in favor.
Totally terrifying. Just as good as the first one.
I do get more scared in horror movies than the average person, however, so take it with a grain of salt.
But the best part? “Stringer Bell”* on the big screen. He is mighty, mighty fine to look at.
*the character he played on The Wire.
Just completely beautiful and entrancing. Jolie is wonderful (and understated) as Marianne Pearl, and Marianne’s humanist message comes through loud and clear. Great performances by many unknown actors as the various Pakistani policemen and other journalists. Totally heartbreaking and gut-wrenching, particularly since you know the outcome going in / you’re just waiting for the worst.
2nd best movie I’ve seen this year. Highly recommended. But bring kleenex!!
