Is Great Pirates / Amour, it's something like... Worth Watching?
Honest Review & Verdict (2015)

📖 The Core Premise

Great Pirates / Amour, it's something like... returns to the screen in 2015, bringing a fresh narrative to the Adventure, Action, Drama genre. At its heart, the film explores complex themes wrapped in a compelling storyline. As the plot unfolds, we see characters navigating a world where stakes are high. "Takarazuka Star Troupe, 2015. Since Columbus had discovered the New World, the Caribbean became a part of the European history, and the pirates helped incorporate the Caribbean into the European sphere of influence with their art of navigation. One day lately in the seventeenth century, Spanish Santa Catalina Island is assaulted and its town is burnt down by the English pirates headed by Edgar. The governor and his wife are killed. However, the governor's son, Emilio, manages his escape and dives alone into the sea..."

🎬 Performance & Direction

A movie's success often hinges on its execution. In Great Pirates / Amour, it's something like..., Kairi Hokushō delivers a performance that attempts to elevate the material. The direction aims to balance pacing with character development, a hallmark of good Adventure. While there are moments of brilliance, the pacing occasionally dips.

🤔 Why You Should Watch (or Skip)

Is Great Pirates / Amour, it's something like... worth your time? If you appreciate Adventure, Action, Drama films that take risks, this is likely a decent one-time watch. However, if you are looking for a flawless masterpiece, you might find some plot points predictable.

🏆 Final Verdict

Ultimately, Great Pirates / Amour, it's something like... is a mixed bag to the genre. With a runtime of N/A minutes, it asks for a significant time investment, but for the right audience, it pays off.

Our recommendation: Skip It.