I am really surprised at the responses regarding the sequels. It is almost a majority of fans that want to see more of Captain Jack Sparrow and what mischief he will get himself into.
From what I have read so far about 2 & 3, it is absolutely mind boggling to read of Jack and what happens to him.
I cringe to think that nothing can be better than the first movie, but since everyone is back, from actors, producers, staffers, caterers, musicians...it's going to be the best trilogy ever put together.
Money? Heck no. Not one of those actors or staff need anymore money. They have enough money to buy islands and private jets and more islands.
It isn't about the money. It's the entire flow of the movie, the emotions of the people, and the fun of being together to make this great film, as Orlie, Johnny, Gore and Jerry have all said that it brings back the childhood memories of playing pirates...something almost all young boys did in that generation. It's a fun movie, and really, look around hollywood and all the sore pisspots that are acting or trying to act.
The Tom Cruises of Hollywood have ruined most of the last epic films and their arrogant rant about themselves have totally turned off many movie goers.
I can't tell you how many times I have seen POTC and plan to see it again and again. I can watch it 2 times a day and it will not bore me nor make me want to turn it off.