Pirates are difficult protagonists for a kids' film, tending to be amoral villains who steal, pillage and avoid basic hygiene. So how can they be the stars of a charming stop-motion animated film? Make them complete dorks. Hugh Grant has always been a funnier actor when he’s not the coolest guy in the room, so he gets a field day as the Pirate Captain. This is a captain who desperately wants to win the Pirate of the Year award. Other pirates have stolen the largest diamond or been the fiercest on the seven seas. The Pirate Captain’s big plan is to win a big science prize and then steal the winnings.
The Pirates! Band of Misfits
The Pirates! Band of Misfits
The Pirates! Band of Misfits
Pirates are difficult protagonists for a kids' film, tending to be amoral villains who steal, pillage and avoid basic hygiene. So how can they be the stars of a charming stop-motion animated film? Make them complete dorks. Hugh Grant has always been a funnier actor when he’s not the coolest guy in the room, so he gets a field day as the Pirate Captain. This is a captain who desperately wants to win the Pirate of the Year award. Other pirates have stolen the largest diamond or been the fiercest on the seven seas. The Pirate Captain’s big plan is to win a big science prize and then steal the winnings.