The Pirate Movie

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Sarah J Professional Critics hated this movie, they gave it a hard time and it flopped at the box office - I couldn't afford to go to the movies very often it was a rare thing but I paid to see it in the theatre because I was a Christopher Atkins fan - I wasn't disappointed and had no regrets at all. It was light-hearted fun, and had me smiling from start to finish. The 2 leads had chemistry - the Pirate King had charisma; it was a great little movie. I don't think I am the only one who felt that way about it! It was an 80's version of The Pirates of Penzance and I enjoyed it more than the movie of that name that came out in 1983 which i never bothered to re-watch. I think Gilbert and Sullivan would have totally approved of The Pirate Movie. It was deliberately corny, breaking the 4th wall at at time when that wasn't the norm and so funny, but with a undeniable sweetness! Over the years I go back and re-watch the Pirate Movie on occasion and still enjoy as much as when I first watched it. A sweet funny romp with an air of innocence about it, in spite of the banter. Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 11/08/24 Full Review Mike P This is a pretty bad mess of a movie that's considered one of the worst movies ever made, as a matter of fact. It was a huge bomb with critics and fans alike...This was also part of a pirate mini cycle in Hollywood; with this, 1986's Pirates, 1991's Hook, 1983s The Pirates of Penzance, and 1980s The Island. This one is considered the worst of that bunch. Indeed,this movie wishes it was "The Pirates of the Caribbean"; and falls WAY short of that goal... Rated 1/5 Stars •  Rated 1 out of 5 stars 08/25/24 Full Review Bo Q Great movie that doesn't take itself too seriously. I'd consider it to be in the Top Secret/Airplane genre within a musical. I love the songs. I suspect most people who are viewing this on Rotten Tomatoes have fond memories of it hence the large discrepancy between Tomatometer and Audience Score. It's sad that it didn't take off like it should have. Rated 4.5/5 Stars •  Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 07/28/24 Full Review matthias s "The Pirate Movie" sets sail with a crew of mixed emotions. The casting, particularly the Pirate King, stands as a shining beacon amidst the choppy waters. His portrayal adds a hearty dose of humor, making the cinematic voyage thoroughly entertaining. The tunes strike a harmonious chord, weaving a musical tapestry that lingers in the mind. Yet, despite the promising ingredients, the film struggles to fully capture the audience's heart. It dances on the edge of oddity, with a plot that, while inventive, occasionally stumbles over its own uniqueness. The flicker of brilliance in the concept isn't consistently stoked, leaving a sense of untapped potential. The comedic waves are high, but the enchantment falls short, failing to anchor one's attention securely. "The Pirate Movie" remains a curious treasure chest – gleaming with good moments, but ultimately sailing a course that feels a tad too peculiar to wholly embrace. Rated 2.5/5 Stars •  Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars 02/02/24 Full Review Todd B This is actually a fun little romp. Kind of an updated spoof on The Pirates of Penzance with an 80's feel. We actually own this movie and have watched it multiple times, and we always hear/see something new. It doesn't take itself seriously, and is pretty charming when it breaks the fourth wall. There's actually a lot going on and the dialog can be quite witty. Kristy shines in this role. She has one of my wife's favorite quotes ever: "This is MY movie and I want a happy ending!" Rated 4.5/5 Stars •  Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 12/08/23 Full Review Kim C I saw this when I was a little kid so maybe my opinions are a bit biased. But I fell in love with this movie and have loved it ever since. I left the movie theater, riding in the back of my dad's pick up truck (legal back in the day where I lived), singing the magnificent songs I just heard at the top of my voice for everyone around me to hear while sitting in traffic. Going to see this movie was one of my fondest memories as a kid, it saddens me that it gets such bad reviews. Yes it is goofy, but just immerse yourself into the songs and be taken away. Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 11/17/23 Full Review Read all reviews

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