The film was shot in several picturesque locations around the world. Principal photography took place on the islands of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, where scenes in Port Royal harbor and other pirate episodes were filmed. Some scenes were also shot on Tobago Cays and White Cay in the Bahamas. Sea scenes involving ships were filmed on Grand Bahama. Additionally, part of the filming took place in California, where studio sets such as the underground treasure cave were created. These diverse locations helped create a vibrant and captivating pirate atmosphere in the film.

Filming Locations:

Deserted Island

In the Movie

The scene where Hector Barbossa leaves Jack Sparrow and Elizabeth Swann on the island. Jack and Elizabeth find themselves on the island, and Elizabeth decides to set fire to the rum to create a smoke signal and attract passing ships. This scene shows Elizabeth's resourcefulness and determination, as well as the complex relationship between Jack and Elizabeth, who begin to understand each other better during their stay on the island. Eventually, they are rescued by a British ship under the command of Commodore Norrington.

In Reality

The scene was filmed on Petit Tabac island, which is part of the Tobago Cays archipelago. Petit Tabac is a small, uninhabited island with white sandy beaches and crystal clear water, perfectly matching the pirate atmosphere of the film. This island was chosen for its unique natural beauty and remoteness, which helped create a sense of isolation and loneliness for the characters. The film crew sought a location that matched their vision of the Caribbean Sea, and Petit Tabac fit that vision perfectly.

Bay

In the Movie

The scene where Jack Sparrow arrives in Port Royal. Jack Sparrow, steering a small vessel, approaches a stone arch in the bay. Hanging under the arch are three skeletons of pirates hanged by the British. Jack, showing respect for his fallen comrades, takes off his hat and salutes them. This scene sets the tone for the entire film, revealing Jack's character as a pirate with a code of honor and respect for his brotherhood.

In Reality

The scene was filmed in Wallilabou Bay on the west coast of Saint Vincent island. This location was chosen for its picturesque nature and unique stone arch, which perfectly suited the pirate atmosphere. This location allowed the filmmakers to convey a sense of isolation and loneliness, which was important for the plot development. Additionally, the accessibility and remoteness of Saint Vincent island made it an attractive filming location, as it minimized external distractions and allowed the crew to focus on work.

Pier

In the Movie

The scene where Jack Sparrow arrives in Port Royal as his boat sinks. Jack calmly rides the mast of the ship right up to the dock. This scene shows Jack managing to step ashore at the last moment from a sinking boat, demonstrating his cunning and resourcefulness.

In Reality

The scene was filmed in the village of Wallilabou on the islands of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. This location was chosen for its picturesque nature and the ability to create a pirate atmosphere. Wallilabou Bay, with its crystal clear water and scenic cliffs, was ideal for filming the coastal scenes of the movie. This location was also chosen because it allowed easy construction of sets depicting the town of Port Royal, which in reality was almost destroyed by an earthquake in 1692.