Review of Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World (2003) by Jan A — 12 Aug 2011

Good, but I probably wouldn't watch it again. I wish Paul Bettany would be in better movies.

This review of Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World (2003) was written by Jan A on 12 Aug 2011.

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

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