Elizabeth

1998 · 124 min · EN · R · 7.2 (1,276 votes)

Dir. Shekhar Kapur · Starring Cate Blanchett, Joseph Fiennes, Geoffrey Rush, Christopher Eccleston, John Gielgud, Richard Attenborough · Music David Hirschfelder · Elizabeth Collection

“Declared illegitimate aged 3. Tried for treason aged 21. Crowned Queen aged 25.”

DramaHistory

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.

VIBE

Immerse yourself in the opulent yet dangerous world of 16th-century court. This film feels grand and emotionally charged, a compelling journey through a young queen's fight for survival and sovereignty. It's a visually rich tapestry of ambition, romance, and constant peril, with every decision carrying immense weight.

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