To follow up on what brother educated_foo says above, trying to get an answer for "What's the best web framework?" makes about as much sense as asking "What's the best hatchback?" or "Which Linux distro is the best?" because there are too many variables for an accurate answer.

However, if your choices are

• Continue with your random disorganized assortment of CGIs (no offense ;) );
• Write your own web framework from scratch; or
• Use a web framework from CPAN,

then most of us are recommending the third option. And it doesn't matter which one you choose -- install a couple, and if possible, test them out with a really, really simple web application. Try out the community support for your choices and make your own decision.