Elizabeth

  • 1999


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Positive Reviews 25
Negative reviews 7
Average Rating 3.5/5
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2.0
But theres more hot blood running through the veins of this opulent production than its A&E style subject matter might suggest. EW
4.4
The texture of the film is enough to recommend it, even apart from the story. Rogerebert
4.5
Elizabeth is superior historical soap opera that shrewdly sidesteps all the cliches of British costume drama with its bold, often modern approach. Variety
0.0
Kapur cunningly confuses gender roles, equates sex with death, and rattles through dark, stony passions with some considerable panache. Time Out
4.5
If movies like this are your cup of mead, Im betting youll feel the same way.
4.5
Elizabeth is history rendered with enough brains and imagination to more than make up for its few stumbles. San Francisco Chronicle
3.0
Essentially this is a sympathetic portrait of a smart, strong woman stretched to survive and command in a mans world, while her sense of duty conflict ..
4.0
Indian director Shekhar Kapur makes the most of Michael Hirsts riveting screenplay, which is a masterful study of raw power. Spirituality And Practice
2.8
It is a film that does a better job making Elizabeth a vivid characterization, than it does of providing unforgettable dialogue and good storytelling. Sover
3.8
Overall, however, this is a fine historical melodrama, with enough adventure, intrigue, and romance to keep the proceedings from dragging. ReelViews
4.0
Kapur certainly throws a lot her way, but such is Blanchetts ability that she carries it all off. Film Journal International ..
2.0
But he squanders his cast and cant put the story elements together in a coherent fashion. Deseret News (Salt Lake Ci ..
4.5
Love just makes you a mess, and it definitely interferes with your authority.
2.0
Cate Blanchett gives a bravura performance in this dark and lurid account, which is done from a contemporary standoint as a conspiracy thriller, empha .. Emanuellevy
3.8
A lot of the beats are a bit too familiar from previous entries in the series, which isnt surprising given that this is the fifth film to play off the .. Q Network
5.0
Its a haunting, powerful work, as well as an arresting, thrilling piece of exhilarating entertainment.
4.0
Despite flashing eyes and sumptuous court finery, this intelligent period drama skilfully avoids the swamp of nostalgic fantasy. Bbc
4.4
Instead of cutting deep into the heart, Beloved pierces the heart; the film is indeed moving, but lacking the momentum to make a sweeping emotional im .. Mr Brown Movies
3.5
I hope you enjoy it a whole lot if its your cup of English Breakfast, and I also hope that Ill never have to sit through it again. Cnn
2.5
In fact, despite vivid characterizations and fascinating subjugations, the film often borders on the uninspired. Spliced Wire
3.8
This one is worth a look, even if youre a Homer.Movie credits Director Shekhar Kapur Actor Kate Blanchette Movie facts Year released 1998 Movie Habit
1.5
Blanchett is the shining jewel in an otherwise dull and tarnished crown. Boxoffice Magazine
2.0
Shekhar Kapur is not a native of Great Britain but was raised in India, who admittedly knew little about Elizabeth when assigned this film. Dennis Schwartz Reviews
4.5
This is a fine piece of filmmaking that gives you history but still contains the right elements of sex, intrigue and suspense to keep it from being st .. Need Coffee
3.8
Over the two hour ride, Kapur provides first class accommodations, and the acting is true to the characters. Nitrate Online
5.0
Drama of the ascendancy of Englands most powerful queen brims with great acting, brilliant direction. Net Flix
3.0
Elizabeths brilliant flashes and its derivative undercurrents make it an interesting picture if not always a vibrant one, an exciting generator of ide .. Nicks Flick Picks
4.5
Blanchett never curtsies to caricature. Her interpretation is complex, restrained, warmly sensual. Boston Phoenix
5.0
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2.0
Elizabeth is only a decent period suspense thriller and an inaccurate history lesson. About Film
4.5
Historians will take issue with some of the filmmakers choices, but fans of juicy historical drama will just hunker down for the feast.
4.5
As Elizabeth, Cate Blanchett has a fierceness about her, an intensity that wont quit.
3.0
You cant pass anything by her, you cant sweet talk her into anything. Sundays with Cate



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