An ethereal performance of sublime mastery by Blanchett

Rating: 8/10 (9 February 1999)

Containing one of the most mesmerising female performances of recent times, Elizabeth stands head and shoulders above other films in depicting the early life of this most fascinating of British monarchs.
The Australian actress, Cate Blanchett projects an ethereal aura as the young and feisty Queen.
A further magical performance by Geoffrey Rush, Oscar winner for "Shine" as Walsingham, an influential courtier lifts this film to well above average.