Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World (2003)

Synopsis of Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World

Director Peter Weir's first turn behind the camera since 1998's critically acclaimed The Truman Show, Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World is based on two Napoleonic War-era adventure novels in author Patrick O'Brian's Aubrey/Maturin series, Master and Commander and The Far Side of the World. Russell Crowe stars as Captain Jack Aubrey, a high-seas adventurer who maintains a strong bond with ship-surgeon Stephen Maturin (Paul Bettany). After conquering much of Europe already, Napoleon's forces have set their sights on taking Britain, so Aubrey and the crew of his ship, the HMS Surprise, take to the Pacific to intercept any attacking ships from the French fleet. When Aubrey eyes a renegade French super-frigate, the Surprise pursues, leading to an adrenaline-charged chase through the distant reaches of the sea. Edward Woodall, James D'Arcy, and Lee Ingleby also star as members of the Surprise's crew. ~ Matthew Tobey, Rovi

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Theatrical Feature Running Time:

138 mins

Director(s):

Peter Weir

Writer(s):

Peter Weir, John Collee

Producer(s):

Peter Weir, Samuel Goldwyn, Jr., Duncan Henderson

Theatrical MPAA Rating:

PG13(Violence, Adult Situations, Adult Language, War Violence)

Categories:

Action / Adventure

• 2003 - American Film Institute - Best Picture
• 2003 - National Society of Film Critics - Best Cinematography

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