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      Elizabeth: The Golden Age

      2007, History/Drama, 1h 55m

      166 Reviews 250,000+ Ratings

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      This sequel is full of lavish costumes and elaborate sets, but lacks the heart and creativity of the original Elizabeth Read critic reviews

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      Queen Elizabeth I (Cate Blanchett) faces threats to her rule from abroad and at home. Determined to restore England to Roman Catholicism, Spain's King Philip II dispatches his armada. Sworn to her country body and soul, Elizabeth must resist her love for charismatic seafarer Sir Walter Raleigh (Clive Owen) and watch as he and her handmaiden grow closer. Finally, trusted adviser Walsingham (Geoffrey Rush) uncovers a plot involving her cousin Mary Stuart.

      • Rating: PG-13 (Violence|Some Sexuality/Nudity)

      • Genre: History, Drama, Biography

      • Original Language: English

      • Director: Shekhar Kapur

      • Producer: Tim Bevan, Eric Fellner, Jonathan Cavendish

      • Writer: William Nicholson, Michael Hirst

      • Release Date (Theaters):  wide

      • Release Date (Streaming):

      • Box Office (Gross USA): $16.3M

      • Runtime:

      • Distributor: Universal Pictures

      • Production Co: Studio Canal, Working Title Films

      • Sound Mix: Dolby SRD, DTS, SDDS

      • Aspect Ratio: Scope (2.35:1)

      Cast & Crew

      Cate Blanchett
      Geoffrey Rush
      Clive Owen
      Rhys Ifans
      Jordi Mollà
      Abbie Cornish
      Tom Hollander
      Antony Carrick
      David Threlfall
      Eddie Redmayne
      John Shrapnel
      Laurence Fox
      Steven Robertson
      Michael Hirst
      Tim Bevan
      Debra Hayward
      Liza Chasin
      Michael Hirst
      Remi Adefarasin
      Jill Bilcock
      Craig Armstrong
      A.R. Rahman
      Guy Hendrix Dyas
      Frank Walsh
      Richard Roberts
      Alexandra Byrne

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      • Aug 12, 2013

        The Golden Age proves to be the unnecessary sequel to Elizabeth. Set in perhaps more "interesting" times in the Elizabethan monarchy, Blanchett is unable to take what the script offers to make the older queen more compelling than the earlier version.

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      • Jan 10, 2012

        Like the first movie it couldn't help feeling like its made for TV.

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      • Dec 02, 2011

        Elizabeth: The Golden Age is the sequel to the fantastic Oscar nominated film Elizabeth, and although it doesn't live up to its predecessor, I found it to be a beautiful film with a fantastic cast. The story of the first film dealt with Elizabeth's troubles with becoming Queen, while this one just showed her troubles with a love triangle and her attempts to stop war with Spain. The first film had a far superior script, with so many deep themes about leadership and history. This film had a decent story that really happened, but there are so many historical innaccuracies that it almost ruins it. I am not the kind of person who hates a period piece film if its a little innaccurate, but there is a limit. But the film is still very intense and the highlight of they still keep the focus on the main character. I really love how they interpret Elizabeth, she is kind but also very strict, and she also can get very angry at those who have done wrong by her. Cate Blanchett is the films greatest highlight, and she plays just as great of a role as the first film. Her performance is outstanding and I honestly don't think they could've found someone with more power or grace to play the Queen. I enjoyed the entire cast, but I wasn't a fan of Clive Owen who just didn't fit this kind of role. The art direction, the costumes, the makeup, and the music were all improved upon the first film but it still doesn't live up to the first films engaging and exciting story. Elizabeth: The Golden Age isn't the perfect sequel but its still a beautiful film that succeeds in being simply beautiful to watch.

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      • Oct 28, 2011

        Phenomenal sequel to Elizabeth, Cate Blanchett delivers a stunning performance in the title role. Though the film has gotten some flack for its romantic storyline, it's also part of history. I thought that this film was just as strong as the first, and that Blanchett delivered yet again. The film is a great looking piece of cinema, and the story, though slow at times is well plotted, and the pacing is just right for the great climax of the film. There are enough good things going for this film to forgive its slight imperfections. The performances alone make this a strong, flawless and powerful film. As far as sequels are concerned, Elizabeth: The Golden Age belongs on the short list of films that are just as good as or better than the original. Elizabeth: The Golden Age is a great film with a strong story and great performances. The film is just as good as the original, and despite its flaws, there are enough good things about this film to really enjoy it. The film is entertaining, and slow, but for a film like this, the pacing is just perfect. Elizabeth: The Golden Age is a great film, and along with the first film is a solid piece of cinema that should appeal to history fans. If you can forgive the love story, you'll enjoy this. A brilliant film with great performances make this a must see. A very enjoyable film that is a splendid period piece. A must see.

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