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"Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World" (2003) -- Russell Crowe, Paul Bettany; directed by Peter Weir. A swirling, big budget adventure on the HMS Surprise in its cat and mouse battles with a looming French adversary during the Napoleonic Wars. Lucky Jack is the crafty, much respected captain, friend, and father figure to his mates, leading them into fierce battles and honor. Interesting nature subplot detours through the Galapagos Islands.

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"Mutiny on the Bounty" (1935) -- Charles Laughton, Clark Gable, Franchot Tone; directed by Frank Lloyd; Oscar, Best Picture. The poopdeck pappy of seafaring tales. Mr. Christian and crew aren't too happy with the evil, scene-chewing Captain Bligh, forcing them to confront enemies ahead and aboard their own vessel. Big budget remakes starring Marlon Brando and Trevor Howard in 1962 and Anthony Hopkins and Mel Gibson in 1984 ("The Bounty") were found adrift.

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