"Master and Commander" (2003)
Based on the best-selling novels of Patrick O'Brian, Master and Commander stars Russell Crowe as Lucky Jack Aubrey, who pits his crew of the H.M.S. Surprise against a much better armed and ruthless privateer, in a chase that takes him all the way to the far side of the world. Rising newcomer Paul Bettany plays the ship's surgeon Dr. Stephen Maturin.
Academy Award-winning actor Russell Crowe talks about his role in the movie "Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World." Russell Crowe discusses working with director Peter Weir, filming at sea, and gaining weight for the part of Capt. Jack Aubrey.
Paul Bettany reunites with his "A Beautiful Mind" co-star Russell Crowe in "Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World." In this interview, Bettany talks about working with Crowe again, researching his role as a surgeon, and being a new father.
Screen newcomer Max Benitz discusses working with Russell Crowe, Paul Bettany's sense of humor, and training to work with monkeys.
Gallery of photos from Twentieth Century Fox's dramatic movie, "Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World," featuring photographs of Russell Crowe, Paul Bettany, James D'Arcy, Max Pirkis, Max Benitz and Billy Boyd.
Cast and crew list for "Master and Commander," directed by Peter Weir.
Trailer in Real Media and Windows Media formats, at two connection speeds.
Interview video from the special San Diego Premiere of "Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World."
Review of the Collector's Edition DVD, along with a list of bonus features and synopsis of the movie.
Only the final saga of the "Lord of the Rings" trilogy finished with more nominations than "Master and Commander."
Fansite for the director with detailed info on the shooting of the movie.
Website dedicated to the H.M.S. Rose, the ship used in the movie. The site is maintained by a former member of the ship's crew.
