The far side of the world was released on november 14, 2003, arriving as russell crowe s momentumriding bigbudgeted blockbuster followup to his oscarnominated. Master and commander sequel still a possibility, says russell crowe. Russell crowe was just as difficult before he was an international star as he was afterwards. In 2003, coming off the megahit gladiator and at the height of his run as a leading man, russell crowe starred in master and commander. Master and commander and the series of nautical historical novels by patrick obrian was the topic for this installment of read this book. Master and commander 2 still possible says russell crowe. The film stars russell crowe as jack aubrey, captain in the royal navy, and paul. It should be noted that this film was based on two of patrick obriens aubrey maturin novels. And paul bettany is equally mesmerizing as jacks sidekick, dr. Crowe and spencer reconciled in 2001, and married in april 2003, at crowe s cattle property in nana glen, new south wales. The films plot and characters are adapted from three novels in author patrick obrians aubrey maturin series, which includes 20 completed novels of jack aubreys naval career.
In the film a sailing master works among the crew and russell crowe s character wore two epaulettes. Patrick obrians acclaimed aubreymaturin series of historical novels has been described as a masterpiece david mamet, new york times, addictively readable patrick t. Jul 26, 2019 crowe began an on again, offagain relationship with australian singer danielle spencer in 1989 when they costarred in the crossing. The far side of the world is possibly the best movie ever made about the napoleonic wars and one can only hope that hollywood turns its attention to a period in history that is teeming with more adventures and characters than there are fish in the oceans. Though its been a while since weve heard anything about a sequel to peter weirs 2003 adventuredrama master and commander. Yes, russell crowe is still swaggering and manly, but with a protective love of his crew, and paul bettany as his conscience is full of righteous integrity. I bought that watch specifically related to the movie master and commander. The far side of the world is a rare feat a quiet action film. Master and commander the far side of the world by peter. Russell crowe australian actor born on april 07, 1964, russell ira crowe is an actor, film producer and musician. Russell crowe, paul bettany, billy boyd, james darcy, edward woodall, chris larkin, max pirkis, jack randall, max benitz, lee ingleby, richard pates, robert pugh, peter weir, alan b. Russell crowe hints at master and commander sequel screen rant.
On his twitter account, master and commander star russell crowe. Master and commander is a nautical historical novel by the english author patrick obrian, first published in 1969 in the us and 1970 in uk. In 2000, he was romantically involved with his costar meg ryan while on the set of proof of life. Apr 08, 2018 bearded and beaming, crowe bounces onstage to talk up lot 31, an 1890 milanese violin crafted by master luthier leandro bisiach sr and used in the 2003 drama master and commander.
Russell crowe asks fans to demand a master and commander sequel. The far side of the world is almost without question the best, seafaring. Oscarwinning actor russell crowe was so committed to the authenticity of his latest film, that he hired a top violin player to teach him the basics for a scene where he plays the instrument. Killick was a great steward at least he survived all the books. Nov 27, 2017 this isnt the first time that russell crowe has teased the potential for master and commander 2. Russell crowe, once again, uses his twitter account to hint that a sequel. Russell crowe has once again called upon the support of fans to get a master and commander. The interview took place at the master and commander premiere in.
Master and commander 2 teased by russell crowe collider. The two men both appeared in miramax films produced by weinstein around that time damon in the brothers grimm 2005 and crowe in master and commander 2003. A few minutes ago russell used twitter to deliver this message. The far side of the world, an epic seafaring adventure based on author patrick obrians aubreymaturin series of novels. Les mis, master and commander, russell crowe, sothebys post navigation. Peter weirs mix of sweeping highseas action and character study stars russell crowe as the captain of a british frigate defending english territories during the napoleonic wars. Russell crowe interview master and commander youtube. Although a new zealand citizen, he has lived most of his life in australia and identifies himself as an australian. He came to international attention for his role as the roman general maximus decimus meridius in the historical film gladiator 2000, directed by ridley scott, for which crowe won an academy award, a broadcast film critics association award. No, not telling newspaper reporters he doesnt believe whats written in newspapers. The film is drawn from the aubreymaturin novels by patrick obrian, but. At no point in the film is aubrey referred to as master and commander. Russell ira crowe born 7 april 1964 is an actor, film producer and musician.
The far side of the world was released on november 14, 2003, arriving as russell crowes momentumriding bigbudgeted blockbuster followup to his oscarnominated. The book proved to be the start of the 20novel aubreymaturin series, set largely in the era of the napoleonic wars, that obrian continued working on up until his death in 2000. See more ideas about master and commander, russell crowe and the far side. Russell crowe was definitely born to play captain jack aubrey. If you want a master and commander sequel i suggest you email tom rothman at fox and let him know your thoughts. The film stars russell croweas jack aubrey, captain in the royal navy, and paul bettanyas dr. Russell crowe holds a divorce auction gladiator stuff. Russell crowe gives hope to film fans who want a sequel for 2003s master. The far side of the world, is based on the 1969 patrick obrian novel master and commander, the first in a 20book series that followed the exploits of. The far side of the world, thats not stopping russell crowe from. Although a new zealand citizen, he has lived most of his life in australia.
Nov 27, 2017 on his twitter account, master and commander star russell crowe teased a possible master and commander sequel, and urged fans to voice their desire for further films to 20th century fox. Russell crowe bio, married, wife, net worth, ethnicity. Russell crowe uses jazz hands to reveal his startling. The films plot and characters are adapted from three novels in author patrick obrians aubreymaturin series, which includes 20 completed novels of jack aubreys naval career. Like the twitter comment above, crowe has also previously. Maybe ive seen it one too many times, but i didnt love master and commander like i used to. Crowe wants fans support for a master and commander sequel. The far side of the world is one of the best films of. He received multiple academy award nominations for best actor and won for gladiator 2000. When a french warship is spotted off the coast of south america, croweand his loyal crew engage their opponent in a deadly cat and mouse chase, despite being. Master and commander and nautical historical novels. The far side of the world is a 2003 american epic period wardrama film cowritten, produced and directed by peter weir, set in the napoleonic wars. Russell crowe calls on fans to tweet support for master and. If you want a master and commander sequel i suggest you email tom rothman at fox and let him know your thoughts it was back in mid2009 here that we first heard russell crowe was working on developing a master and commander 2.
The far side of the world adapts material from several of patrick obrians aubreymaturin series of novels set during the napoleonic wars. Secondly, master and commander is based on novels written by patrick obrien. Nov 27, 2017 russell crowe is once again hinting that a sequel to master and commander may yet become a reality. Russell crowes rough charm is put to good use in this masterful adaptation of patrick obrians novel. Russell crowe to hold auction via sothebys called the art. The film was based on one of 20 novels in patrick obriens aubreymaturin series, and star russell crowe was more than game to continue on. Russell crowe, ryan gosling, angourie rice and matt bomer. Every now and again, news about a potential sequel surfaces. Nov 27, 2017 the 2003 adaptation master and commander. Master and commander sequel still a possibility, says russell. However, the film based on author patrick obrians aubreymaturin novel. Jan 01, 2010 russell crowe has a fascinating personal and professional story.
Russell crowe, matt damon tried to bury harvey weinstein. We would like to show you a description here but the site wont allow us. The aussie actor is trying to foment a different kind of revolution, this time by starting a twitter campaign for a new master and commander film. Russell crowe, new zealandborn australian actor known for his commitment, intensity, and ruggedly handsome good looks.
Russell crowe asks fans to demand a master and commander sequel dec. Now, with a tweet, it would seem that the star himself has breathed. Russell crowe launches twitter campaign for master. Jan 02, 2016 interview with russell crowe on the movie master and commander, filming on a boat, playing the violin, and director peter weir. Master and commander the far side of the world full screen edition. His early life was spent moving between his native new zealand and australia as his parents filmset catering business stoked his fascination with the movie industry, and his first taste of fame came in a touring stage production of the rocky horror picture show. Mar 23, 2018 russell crowe is holding an auction via sothebys called the art of divorce.
Though the scenes of battle and broken bodies are brutal and gruesome, and every cannonball threatens to crush bones as callously as it shatters wood, much of the film is calm and contemplative. Russell crowe said the following to his 110,000 users on twitter monday. The far side of the world, 2003, directed by peter weir. One of russell crowes personal cars, a note next to the car says, this vehicle also served as one. See more ideas about master and commander, maturin, master.
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