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Wow, I'm surprised this movie is getting a PG rating with all that nudity and explicit sex. Wait, did I click the right link?
That looks like fun and all, but I'm frankly worried about the law of diminishing returns. This movie is sure to open huge, and if it's great, it will continue to do big business. If it isn't so hot, part three is in real trouble.
But, just one year from now, will we be equally excited, or will we be burned out? I'm sure everyone's mileage will vary. For me, I wonder if Captain Jack can possibly stay compelling for three entire features. It's a fantastic characterization, but it's still kinda gimmicky. But, maybe Depp (and the story) will find interesting things to do with the character, not just rehash what has gone before. By way of comparison, I remember being an avid fan of Austin Powers when there was only one movie, but my love died pretty quickly as two more movies and an endless barrage of hype and media exposure turned him into a character I truly never want to see again. I would absolutely hate for that to happen with POTC. Here's hoping the Pirates franchise joins The Godfather and Alien in having a superior second chapter. (Has any series ever had a truly superior third chapter?)
Oh, and should I just assume that this movie will end on a cliffhanger?
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