
Elizabeth
Declared illegitimate aged 3. Tried for treason aged 21. Crowned Queen aged 25.
Directed by Shekhar Kapur
Produced by PolyGram Filmed Entertainment, Working Title Films
A richly mounted historical drama about Elizabeth I's rise to power, balancing palace intrigue and political calculation against personal desire and the weight of sovereignty.
The story of the ascension to the throne and the early reign of Queen Elizabeth the First, the endless attempts by her council to marry her off, the Catholic hatred of her and her romance with Lord Robert Dudley.
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Is Elizabeth sad? Somewhat. More sad than 70% of films.
Is Elizabeth scary? Somewhat. More frightening than 61% of films.
Does Elizabeth end with hope? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
Is Elizabeth violent? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
Is Elizabeth easy watching? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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Like Elizabeth
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Same Mood as Elizabeth
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Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
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