Review of Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World (2003) by Craig K — 31 May 2009

Possibly the slowest film in the universe.

This review of Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World (2003) was written by Craig K on 31 May 2009.

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

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