Real Pirates of the Caribbean

Pirates roamed the waves in search of booty and plunder, and their names evoke a romantic era on the Caribbean’s cobalt seas. But the real history of piracy is a grim and gritty tale of death and desperation. Real Pirates of the Caribbean investigates the truth behind the legends of men like Blackbeard and other pirates who called the Caribbean their home. Leading authors, historians and archeologists recount the true tales of piracy and their own exploits exploring Blackbeard’s flagship, "Queen Anne’s Revenge." Real Pirates of the Caribbean also looks at modern-day pirates through the eyes of such experts as law enforcement officials, the coast guard, and the FBI. Shockingly, today’s pirates are very similar to their predecessors of years past— no bounty is too small, no act too ruthless or barbaric. These buccaneers are drug smugglers, organized-crime gangs, individual entrepreneurs, and terrorists, all of whom will do whatever it takes to steal the bounty they want. With actual pirate ship footage and real life accounts, this extraordinary documentary will capture the true essence of what it means to be a pirate, whether two hundred years ago, or two weeks ago. Real Pirates of the Caribbean will make it clear why the sight of the Jolly Roger unfurled strikes terror into the hearts of mariners around the world.

• Sensationalized in movies and swashbuckling stories, pirates once ruled the high seas in a very real way, and this documentary seeks the truth behind the legend. The program traces their history throughout the ages, accompanied by real pirate ship footage and firsthand accounts. Format: DVD MOVIE Genre: DOCUMENTARIES Rating: NR Age: 893024001975 UPC: 893024001975 M