Review of Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World (2003) by Jeffrey C — 22 May 2009

Just another Troy story on the sea. However the fighting scene is not quite real.

This review of Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World (2003) was written by Jeffrey C on 22 May 2009.

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

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