Very Good Biopic - Elizabeth: The Golden Age

Rating: 8/10 (7 December 2018)

Clive Owen, as Walter Raleigh, almost steals this film away from Cate Blanchett, who plays Queen Elizabeth. His screen persona is quite impressive. That is not to say that Blanchett was not as equally impressive. Even Geoffrey Rush was good, despite having to play an icy, calculating court official. The cinematography of this movie is outstanding, as are all the production values, and the direction of Shakar Kapur is impeccable. The entire production was first-rate and well-deserving of the several awards it won. The story of Elizabeth is fascinating, as is the story of Raleigh as well. Highly recommended,