Pirates of the Caribbean Review - William

Pirates of the Caribbean

Reviewed by William Monck
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Genre: Comedy, Action, Fantasy, Pirates 

Year of release: 2003

Director: Gore Verbinski
Starring: Johnny Depp, Geoffrey Rush, Orlando Bloom

Pirates of the Caribbean is a modern comedic twist to the pirates genre. The main characters Jack Sparrow, a salty pirate (Johnny Depp), is on a journey to claim his pirate ship back, the Black Pearl and Will Turner (Orlando Bloom) is trying to save the women he loves who is kidnaped by the current captain of the Black Pearl, 'Captain Barbossa'. Both Jack and Will team up on a funny action packed adventure to stop Captain Barbossa and his undead cursed crew. The old pirate type fight scenes and the all round action is really easy to enjoy. Johnny Depp's comedy as well as a good story line creates an awesome cinematic experience. 

Final rating: 8.5/10 fudges.

Movie Trailer:

Series of Unfortunate Events

Series of Unfortunate Events

Reviewed by Sam Sietsma

Genre: Comedy, Adventure

Year of release: 2004

Director: Brad Silberling

Starring: Jim Carrey, Jude Law, Meryl Streep

Series of Unfortunate Events is a tale of Lemony Snicket [Jude Law] recounting the stories of the three Baudelaire children following the loss of their parents in an unexplained house fire. The three are sent to their “closest” relative, the crazy Count Olaf [Jim Carrey] whose only care for the children is the huge fortune left in their name by their rich parents. 

The film uses eccentric characters and comedic scenes throughout, with a combination of dramatic escapes and cliffhanging adventure to keep the audience engaged. Director Brad Silberling incorporates mountains of greys and dull colours into the film, giving it a sad tone. Overall an exciting and comedic film, it is let down by occasional moments of poor acting by some of the characters, and a slightly over-the-top illogical plotline, such as flesh eating leeches, a lack of care from authorities for the children, and ultra-high-powered light reflecting mirrors.

As a childhood favourite of mine, it’s hard to criticise the film. However, in accordance with FudgeFace review laws, this movie receives a 7/10.

Final rating: 7/10 fudges.

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Adam Eldershaw:
Hello! Im Adam and i am studying a bachelor of engineering, majoring mechanical engineering currently but I plan to swap over to a major in electrical engineering. After uni I would like to work in information systems and their design and possibly do that as contract work with government departments (eg millitary). One of my favourite movies is "Shawshank Redemption" which is a story of mystery and adventure. I hope I get the opportunity to do a review on a movie such as this as this genre is something that really intrigues me.

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William Monck:
Hey, I'm will and I am currently studying a bachelor if engineering majoring in mechatronics. My hopes for a career after uni would be mechatronics engineer for some automobile company such as Honda. My favorite movie is pirates of the carribian so I will definitely be reviewing this, and I love a good giggle so comedy is my favorite genre.

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What's crackin'? The names Brent and I'm studying a Bachelor of Arts Majoring in Interactivity and Games. Post degree, I'd like to become a game designer and hopefully live in America. Any thing that is gun slinging and high intensity; so Western's and Thrillers are my game. However, my favourite movie is The Princess Bride, take that as you will.

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