Movie "Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World" - DVD Movies Encyclopedia

Short description of the movie "Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World"

During the Napoleonic Wars, a British frigate, HMS Surprise, and a much larger French warship, the Acheron, with greater fire power, stalk each other off of the coast of South America. Russell Crowe brings great intensity to the role of Captain Jack Aubrey. Lucky Jack, as he is referred to by his crew, is well regarded by his men, who trust him implicitly, even after the first devastating battle and an apparent personal vendetta against the French captain. While the naval battle sequences are quite fantastic, the film is successful because director Weir chose to build the story to get to know the men who are locked aboard the tight quarters of a small ship and how they interact everyday. The officers and the mates are well-known by the time the final battle comes. Paul Bettany offers a strong performance as the surgeon and naturalist who balances the violence of his chosen life with the quiet demeanor of the scientist. He is the captain's friend and confidant, the two frequently playing violin and cello duets together. The horrors of the injuries from the war are frequently implied, but vividly depicted in the reactions of the characters.

Starring actors in "Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World" movie:

Russell Crowe as a character Capt. Jack Aubrey Russell Crowe also starred in the next movies: "Gladiator" in a role of Maximus; "Proof of Life" in a role of Terry Thorne; "A Beautiful Mind" in a role of John Nash; "Romper Stomper"; "For the Moment" in a role of Lachlan; "L.A. Confidential" in a role of Officer Wendell 'Bud' White; "Cinderella Man" in a role of Jim Braddock; "3:10 to Yuma" in a role of Ben Wade; "American Gangster" in a role of Det. Richie Roberts; "Virtuosity" in a role of SID 6.7; "A Good Year" in a role of Max Skinner; "Mystery, Alaska" in a role of John Biebe; "The Insider" in a role of Jeffrey Wigand; "Body of Lies" in a role of Ed Hoffman; "State of Play" in a role of Cal McAffrey; "Tenderness" in a role of Detective Cristofuoro;

Paul Bettany as a character Dr. Stephen Maturin, Surgeon Paul Bettany also starred in the next movies: "Dogville" in a role of Tom Edison; "A Beautiful Mind" in a role of Charles; "A Knight's Tale" in a role of Geoffrey Chaucer; "Firewall" in a role of Bill Cox; "The Da Vinci Code" in a role of Silas; "Wimbledon" in a role of Peter Colt; "Gangster No. 1" in a role of Young Gangster; "The Secret Life of Bees" in a role of T. Ray Owens; "Inkheart" in a role of Dustfinger; "The Young Victoria" in a role of Lord Melbourne; "Legion" in a role of Michael; "Creation" in a role of Charles Darwin;

James D'Arcy as a character 1st Lt. Tom Pullings James D'Arcy also starred in the next movies: "Exorcist: The Beginning" in a role of Father Francis; "American Haunting, An" in a role of Richard Powell; "Rise" in a role of Bishop; "Flashbacks of a Fool" in a role of Jack Adams; "Virtuality" in a role of Dr. Roger Fallon;

Edward Woodall as a character 2nd Lt. William Mowett Edward Woodall also starred in the next movies: "Emma" in a role of Mr. Robert Martin;

Chris Larkin as a character Capt. Howard, Royal Marines Chris Larkin starred only in the movie "Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World"

Max Pirkis as a character Blakeney, Midshipman Max Pirkis starred only in the movie "Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World"

Jack Randall as a character Boyle, Midshipman Jack Randall starred only in the movie "Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World"

Max Benitz as a character Calamy, Midshipman Max Benitz starred only in the movie "Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World"

Lee Ingleby as a character Hollom, Midshipman Lee Ingleby also starred in the next movies: "Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban" in a role of Stan Shunpike; "Borstal Boy" in a role of Dale; "Ever After" in a role of Gustave;

Richard Pates as a character Williamson, Midshipman Richard Pates starred only in the movie "Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World"

Robert Pugh as a character Mr. Allen, Master Robert Pugh also starred in the next movies: "The Last Legion" in a role of Kustennin;

Richard McCabe as a character Mr. Higgins, Surgeon's Mate Richard McCabe also starred in the next movies: "Notting Hill" in a role of Tony; "Nightwatching" in a role of Bloefeldt; "The Duchess" in a role of Sir James Hare;

Ian Mercer as a character Mr. Hollar, Boatswain Ian Mercer starred only in the movie "Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World"

Tony Dolan as a character Mr. Lamb, Carpenter Tony Dolan starred only in the movie "Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World"

David Threlfall as a character Preserved Killick, Captain's Steward David Threlfall also starred in the next movies: "Patriot Games" in a role of Insp. Robert Highland; "Alien Autopsy" in a role of Jeffrey; "Nowhere Boy" in a role of Uncle George;