just got back, and i must agree, it was a totally badass thrill ride of a movie. I was a little disappointed at the lack of comedy in this movie, as compared to the first, and even the second ones. But the plot was alot better and well developed and they did a really good job of explaining some potential plot holes, like how/why barbosa was brought back to life, and why jack couldn't be brought back the same way.

One thing i dont understand though, if barbosa was one of the pirate lords, why was he jack's first mate during the original? or did he become a pirate lord during the 10 years he was captain of the black pearl.

i loved how the movie ended, with barbosa stealing the ship again, and jack setting sail in his little boat . it really gave a sense of closure. And the fact that he stole the map, which leads to multiple things (not just davy jones' locker, and the fountain of youth) was hilarious, and a great way to keep the series going.


btw, for those who didn't see it, after the credits there's a scene, set 10 years later, with elizabeth walking on a cliff with her 10 year old son (or was it her daughter?), and as the sun sets, theres a green flash....ie: captain turner, returning to shore.

one last thing...for those who stayed for the final scene, was that kid the same one that was hung during the first minute of the movie? cuz i swear they looked exactly the same.