Review of Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World (2003) by Pauli K — 03 Sep 2009

A wonderful ordeal. Slow and atmospheric.

This review of Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World (2003) was written by Pauli K on 03 Sep 2009.

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

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