Review of Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World (2003) by Candace V — 24 Aug 2009

A tad too boring after seeing all the pirates movies, heck even Cutthroat island interested me more. I guess Russel Crow did a good job.

This review of Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World (2003) was written by Candace V on 24 Aug 2009.

Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World has generally received positive reviews.

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