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Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World

2003 · 138 min Adventure Drama War
7.2 / 10 · TMDB

After an abrupt and violent encounter with a French warship inflicts severe damage upon his ship, a captain of the British Royal Navy begins a chase over two oceans to capture or destroy the enemy, though he must weigh his commitment to duty and ferocious pursuit of glory against the safety of his devoted crew, including the ship's thoughtful surgeon, his best friend.

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📋 Film Details

Year 2003
Country United States of America
Genre Adventure, Drama, War
Director Peter Weir
Runtime 138 min.
Rating TMDB: 7.2/10 (3468 votes)

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🎬 MovieFinder's Take

The film lives at the rhythm of everyday life — and that's its strength. No cinema about 'big events,' just about how people live, make mistakes, and understand themselves.

Worth watching for the performances and the sincerity. If you're waiting for events — there aren't many. If you're waiting for feeling — it's there.

For those looking for film about people, not events. If you need action — look elsewhere.

Director: Peter Weir

— MovieFinder Editorial

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Viewing atmosphere: When you're in the mood for a conversation about life. With a partner or friend you can trust.

🎭 Cast

Russell Crowe

Russell Crowe

Captain Jack Aubrey

Paul Bettany

Paul Bettany

Dr. Stephen Maturin

James D'Arcy

James D'Arcy

1st Lt. Thomas Pullings

Robert Pugh

Robert Pugh

Mr. Allen, Master

David Threlfall

David Threlfall

Preserved Killick, Captain's Steward

Lee Ingleby

Lee Ingleby

Midshipman Hollom

Max Pirkis

Max Pirkis

Midshipman Blakeney

Max Benitz

Max Benitz

Midshipman Calamy

Billy Boyd

Billy Boyd

Barrent Bonden, Coxswain

Edward Woodall

Edward Woodall

2nd Lt. William Mowett

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