Review of Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World (2003) by William A — 24 Apr 2012

Why they don't make more movies like this I will never know....

This review of Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World (2003) was written by William A on 24 Apr 2012.

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

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