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The time of the Napoleonic Wars. Her Majesty's warship "Surprise", sailing the Atlantic, was unexpectedly attacked by a huge unknown ship that appeared out of the fog. Thanks to the courage and ingenuity of the crew, the Surprise manages to escape death. Despite heavy damage and losses, Captain Jack Aubrey, nicknamed Lucky, decides to pursue the enemy and sets off on a chase that will take him to the end of the world.
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The main virtue of this film is the complete absence of the fairer sex! Because they are not needed in a film starring such gorgeous men with azure eyes – Russell Crowe, Paul Bettany, James D'Arcy. Nothing distracts them from their work, or us from them. True, a beautiful native woman appears at the very beginning, but only so that the main character can glance at her, sigh, and set off again on his dangerous journey. The film is based on Patrick O'Brian's remarkable adventure novels about the glorious sea dog Jack Ahnise (Crowe) and his loyal assistant and friend, ship's doctor and naturalist Stephen (Bettany).
The action takes place at the beginning of the 19th century. The French Revolution has just ended in Europe, and France and England have indulged in their national pastime—warring with each other. One of the best captains in the English navy, Jack Aubrey, nicknamed “Lucky Jack,” is ordered to find and disable the new flagship of the French fleet, built using the latest technology, thereby greatly weakening the enemy. And so, on a foggy morning, it was not the captain and his crew who found the enemy, but the enemy who found them. And not just found them, but found them! With all the consequences that follow, such as cannonballs whistling overhead, masts flying into pieces, holes in the hull, and the ship losing speed. With his characteristic determination, the captain begins an unequal battle with the French ship, using his magnificent talent as a tactician, strategist, and master of the sea. This is where the chase begins, with diversionary maneuvers and pursuit, followed by a terrible storm that threatens to sink the ship with everyone on board, sudden attacks on the enemy, and the abandonment of the pursuit due to tragic circumstances, and... It's better to see it for yourself!
To say that the film is masterfully directed and shot is an understatement. The sea battle scenes look stunning, both in wide shots and close-ups. The cast is superb! There are many British actors, which is a plus for this film.
The captain (Russell Crowe) is a stubborn sea dog who is king and god on his ship. He is tough but fair, kind but firm, demanding of his men but also hard on himself! At the same time, he fully lives up to the famous phrase, “A servant to the king, a father to his men.” He is adored by his entire crew, who are ready to give their lives for him, as he is for them. Like a true aristocrat, he is well educated and well-mannered, which is evident in his constant musical performances with his friend, the doctor. This, however, drives his personal servant and cook, a perpetually grumbling individual, to distraction. He is perhaps the only person on board who can make a remark or criticize the captain like a strict mother.
Jack's interactions with his subordinates are interesting, as the ship's crew is an extremely diverse group, including even very young children, 12-14-year-old boys, both among the sailors and among the officers (aristocratic midshipmen), who are nevertheless brave and courageous when necessary. The captain takes care of them in every way and sincerely cares about them, yet treats them as adults. This combination of firmness, masculinity, courage, determination, kindness, and care creates an incredibly attractive image. It makes you want to drop everything and ask to join his ship!
Especially since the captain is also incredibly attractive. Russell Crowe, in a naval uniform of the time, blond with long hair, and when he lets his hair down... Oh! Believe me, it makes an indelible impression! In addition, Lucky Jack is very strong and exudes such power that when he enters into direct combat, practically hand-to-hand with the enemy, it all resembles an old joke: "I caught a bear! Bring it here! He won't let me!“ You just want to feel sorry for the poor enemies and say, ”Guys, who did you pick on? You're like children, honestly!"
In contrast to the captain, and in fact, complementing him, there is a ship's doctor (Paul Bettany) on board. He is a highly skilled professional, a true miracle worker. He is a very gentle, kind man with rather revolutionary views, but he is just as brave a warrior as everyone else on the ship. He often argues with Jack, trying to change his mind. They have conflicts that threaten to escalate into serious quarrels, but each sincerely cares about the other, and all this fades into the background when it is necessary to come to a friend's aid. Here, desires, dreams, and stubbornness are set aside. This is a wonderful tandem of two strong men, two great personalities. The doctor's character is also interesting in that he brings a breath of fresh air to the difficult and dangerous lives of the heroes. He is a naturalist and uses every opportunity to expand his knowledge and infect others with his passion, which ultimately benefits everyone.
Crowe and Bettany look simply magnificent together—this is their second collaboration after “The Game,” and it must be said that they are one of the most harmonious duos in cinema. It is clear that their characters are truly old friends who understand each other with half a word, half a glance, who have the same tastes and preferences or who draw them from each other, and who give credit to their comrade. Periodically, one or the other admires the talent and convictions of the other!
In my opinion, comparing this film to “Pirates of the Caribbean” is incorrect. How can you compare a fairy tale, albeit masterfully filmed, to a practically historical, profound film, just because the action takes place at sea in both? Then you would have to compare all films of this genre? After all, “The Master...” is filmed in the spirit of adventure, but it is still military history, filled with remarkable historical moments, atmosphere, psychological experiences, and tragic events, and it is from this perspective that it should be viewed. We are shown the way of life in the early 19th century, we are shown a war in which neither adults nor children were spared, it is not at all drawn out, and the ending gives hope for a sequel, which I would very much like to see! All this is combined with beautiful views of nature and the ocean. The filming is truly impressive in its skill and scale.
It is also interesting that almost all of the film was shot on a real ship, which the entire film crew had to travel to every day by motorboat. Poor Russell suffered terribly from seasickness and a fear of heights, but nevertheless overcame himself and performed all the stunts himself. I think many people will find something interesting for themselves in this wonderful film!
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