Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales

| 2017

Directed by: Joachim Rønning, Espen Sandberg

Movie poster for Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales (2017)

Main Plot

In Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales, Captain Jack Sparrow finds himself pursued by an old nemesis, Captain Salazar, a ghostly pirate hunter who escapes from the Devil's Triangle with a vengeful crew. Salazar is determined to kill every pirate at sea, particularly Jack. To save himself, Jack teams up with a young man named Henry Turner, the son of Will Turner, and a courageous astronomer named Carina Smyth. Together, they embark on a quest to find the legendary Trident of Poseidon, which is said to have the power to control the seas and protect them from Salazar's wrath. As they navigate treacherous waters and confront supernatural forces, the trio faces numerous challenges that test their courage and resolve, all while uncovering secrets from the past that connect them to the world of piracy.

Characters

  • Johnny Depp plays Captain Jack Sparrow, a witty and eccentric pirate who seeks the Trident of Poseidon to break all curses at sea and evade deadly ghost sailors.
  • Geoffrey Rush plays Captain Hector Barbossa, a pirate who allies with Jack Sparrow to find the Trident of Poseidon and confronts his past.
  • Javier Bardem plays Captain Armando Salazar, a vengeful ghost pirate hunting Jack Sparrow to break his curse and reclaim dominance over the seas.

Ending Explained

In the ending of Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales, the main conflict reaches resolution as Captain Salazar and his ghostly crew are ultimately defeated. The climax unfolds when Henry Turner, the son of Will Turner, and Carina Smyth, a skilled astronomer, locate the Trident of Poseidon, which has the power to break curses. They confront Salazar, who seeks revenge on Captain Jack Sparrow. In a dramatic showdown, Jack, with the help of Henry and Carina, manages to use the Trident to defeat Salazar. As the Trident is wielded, it not only destroys Salazar but also frees Will Turner from his curse, allowing him to reunite with his son. The resolution of the conflict emphasizes themes of redemption and the importance of family, as Henry finally connects with his father. The film concludes with Jack Sparrow reclaiming his ship, the Black Pearl, and setting sail once more, hinting at future adventures. The ending ties back to the series' overarching narrative of freedom and the eternal struggle against supernatural forces, while also introducing a new generation of characters who carry on the legacy of piracy.

Joachim Rønning Espen Sandberg Action Adventure Fantasy Johnny Depp Geoffrey Rush Javier Bardem