Not a history lesson, but a good story

Rating: 7/10 (6 August 2000)

I think everyone can agree that the filming of the movie is beautiful. Acting performances, although overrated, are solid as well. As for the story....you're mistaken if you're looking for a history lesson, at least an -accurate- history lesson. However, I don't think that is the purpose of this movie. The story of this movie is about the transformation of a free-spirited girl into cold and ruthless yet capable monarch. So, in that sense, it is more a history of Queen Elizabeth's emotional state and development and tells a solid tale. 7/10.