Modern Classic!

Rating: 10/10 (12 February 2006)

This is such a wonderful film in all respects. It is visually exciting, well-directed, and exceptionally well-acted. Cate Blanchett was astounding. Geoffrey Rush is such a great actor and did a superlative job in this film. I can't believe he wasn't even nominated for an Oscar. Consider the total opposite performance he gave in "Shakespeare in Love." Also notable was Christopher Eccleston as the bombastic, arrogant and ambitious Norfolk, who covets Elizabeth's throne.
I know people have questioned its veracity but to tell you the truth, I can't say I know enough about Britain's monarchs to give an opinion.
I can watch this film over and over and it is still fresh. I can't wait for the sequel.