04 - Countrymen of the Caribbean - The Curse of the Solly Rodger

Following the success of nautical epics such as 'Master and Commander' and 'Pirates of the Caribbean', experimental Dorset film maker, Christopher Juett had taken the genre to an entirely new level. Countrymen of the Caribbean: the Curse of the Solly Roger, presents an all star cast in a gripping film. A perfectly crafted narrative, with breathtaking nautical scenery and computer generated special effects places this at the cutting edge of the filmic world. The specifically created soundtrack to the piece adds a fantastic atmosphere, and intricately choreographed fight scenes add a visceral realism to the environment. Of course, this film is not without its fair share of pirate swash-buckling; most notably Rear Admiral Norton's Errol-Flynn-esque rope-swinging sequence. Many critics suggest that Juett's work has become stagnant, reviving a similar formula in each of his recent films; but although there are trademark features evident within his work, the narratives are as quirky and unpredictable as his earlier work. This master of film has polished the formula and his film making skills, and we can only guess that his films will continue to evolve and develop.

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Google Video | August 8, 2006

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