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Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl
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This fantasy swashbuckler film follows pirate Jack Sparrow and the blacksmith Will Turner as they attempt to rescue the kidnapped Elizabeth Swann. The trio encounters Captain Barbossa and the Black Pearl crew who are afflicted by a supernatural curse. Klaus Badelt’s score—performed live to picture by the San Francisco Symphony—thrums with excitement and adventure. Rated PG-13
SF/Arts Curator Insight
The merging of high and lowbrow culture, in this case a respected symphony orchestra providing live musical accompaniment for mega blockbusters, has proven a successful formula and a hit with audiences. We’ll see if the magic works with a screening of the “Pirates of the Caribbean” franchise, from 2003, starring Johnny Depp in trademark earring and eyeliner, a viewing experience enhanced by the SF Symphony performing the Klaus Badelt score produced by Hans Zimmer.
Ahoy, matey!
Sura Wood
Contributing Writer, Film
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