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Elizabeth - The Golden Age (Widescreen Edition)
from Universal Studios
starring Cate Blanchett, Geoffry Rush, Clive Owen, Samantha Morton
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Avg. Customer Rating: 3.5 / 5.0 
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Elizabeth: The Golden Age is almost golden. 
While not quite as great and flawless as its predecessor, Elizabeth, it is, however, something grander in scope for which character development suffers a bit. This sequel is filmed 10 years after the first one, but little is lost along the way. The same writer and director are back and, of course, so is Cate Blanchett delivering yet another knockout performance as the "Virgin Queen" desperate to love, but all too aware of its perils for a queen like herself. The supporting cast is again outstanding,... more info
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"I have a hurricane in me that will strip Spain bare if you dare to try me." 
In this sequel to Shekhar Kapur's 1998 Elizabeth, The Golden Age addresses Elizabeth's status in 1585, faced with war with Spain and the fate of her cousin, Mary Stuart, ousted from the Scottish throne and seeking Elizabeth's aid in reclaiming her rightful place. While plotting treachery against England, Stuart (Samantha Morton) enjoys the freedom to send secret missives to Spain. And Philip II of Spain (Jordi Molla) schemes to deliver the rigors of the Inquisition to England and banish Elizabeth... more info
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Phenomenal! Should Have Won Best Picture! 
I had to catch this one on HBO as it was in and out of the theatres too quick for me to see it there and this is one to see on the BIG screen! I can't believe Elizabeth:The Golden Age did not win best picture. The logistics of the movie must have been a nightmare what with the sets, costumes, wigs, makeup, cinematography,production design,etc. I like this director's work. He uses the "God view" camera-work, we see the characters by hovering over their heads in many shots. I didn't find this... more info
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She is the best 
Magnificent, from the casting to the costuming. Cate Blanchett owns the Queen during this period!
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