Edition |
Widescreen version. |
Description |
1 videodisc (138 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in. |
System Details |
DVD, region 1, NTSC; anamorphic widescreen (2.40:1). |
Language |
English (5.1 Dolby digital, 5.1 DTS), French (5.1 Dolby digital) or Spanish (Dolby surround) language tracks with optional English and Spanish subtitles; Closed-captioned. |
Cast |
Russell Crowe, Paul Bettany, James D'Arcy, Edward Woodall, Chris Larkin, Max Pirkis, Jack Randall, Max Benitz, Lee Ingleby. |
Credits |
Director of photography, Russell Boyd ; editor, Lee Smith ; original music, Iva Davies, Christopher Gordon, Richard Tognetti ; costume designer, Wendy Stites. |
Note |
Originally released as a motion picture in 2003. |
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Based upon the novels by Patrick O'Brian. |
Summary |
During the Napoleonic Wars, a British frigate, the HMS Surprise, and the larger French warship, Acheron, stalk each other off of the coast of South America. 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. The ship's surgeon 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. |
Awards |
Academy Award winner, Best cinematography, Best sound editing, 2004. |
Subject |
Navies -- Officers -- Drama.
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Napoleonic Wars, 1800-1815 -- Drama.
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DVD-Video discs.
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Feature films.
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Added Author |
Weir, Peter, 1944- Director. Screenwriter. Producer.
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Collee, John.
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Crowe, Russell, 1964- Actor.
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Bettany, Paul, 1971- Actor.
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D'Arcy, James, 1975-
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O'Brian, Patrick, 1914-2000.
Aubrey/Maturin series.
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Twentieth Century-Fox Film Corporation.
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Universal Pictures (Firm)
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Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment, Inc.
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Standard No. |
024543114215 |
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