Anxiously awaited sequel
Costume, set and makeup alone areriveting and we get Cate's return, the incredible Geoffrey Rush (the magnetic Barbossa, "Twelfth Night", "Quills", "Munich" and a must see as Peter Sellers in "The Life And Death Of peter Sellers") and the added bonus of Clive Owen. Acting and directing, costume design and makeup stand up to the first but don't expect the story to be as intriguing. The storyline content is not as engaging as the first and some artistic liberties are taken with historical facts. Some cheesier dialogue dissapoints as well and Rush's role is reduced. If you can forgive the script, Blanchett is as captivating of a presence as ever and I liked Morton as Mary. Expect Blanchett to be nominated for a lead Oscar but win for supporting again for her role as Bob Dylan in "I'm Not There".