Review of Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World (2003) by Matt G — 27 Jul 2015

Immersive and exciting. Too bad Russell Crowe's look isn't that sexy.

This review of Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World (2003) was written by Matt G on 27 Jul 2015.

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

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