Russell Crowe defends ‘brilliant’ Master and Commander from criticism on Twitter
Crowe refused to stay silent after seeing the comment
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Your support makes all the difference.Russell Crowe has jumped to the defence of one of his films after it was rudely criticised on Twitter.
The actor felt compelled to jump in after he saw a negative take on Peter Weir’s 2003 film Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World on Sunday (17 January).
The acclaimed film, which was nominated for 10 Oscars, is considered one of Crowe’s best alongside LA Confidential (1997) and Gladiator (2000).
In the adaptation of Patrick O'Brian's Aubrey–Maturin book series, he plays Royal Navy captain Jack Aubrey.
“Lots of folk complaining about lack of sleep during the pandemic,” the original tweet read. “May I recommend Master and Commander starring the usually captivating, attention-grabbing Russell Crowe. I’ve never made it past the 10 minute mark. You’re welcome. And thanks Russell.”
Crowe replied: “That’s the problem with kids these days. No focus.”
He then praised the film, calling it “brilliant” and “an exacting, detail oriented, epic tale of fidelity to Empire & service, regardless of the cost”.
“Definitely an adults movie,” Crowe concluded.
Crowe’s response was met with an overwhelming amount of praise from fellow fans of the film.
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