Really Superb

Rating: 10/10 (24 October 2006)

I have never really understood the purpose of a Monarchy, and I never appreciated just what kinds of pressure the Royal Family are constantly under. Helen Mirren was excellent in her portrayal of the Queen, and really showed the best and the worst of the Queen's personality, though her undeniable love for her family and her respect for her people really shone through. The supporting roles were also wonderful - a delightfully not-bothered Sylvia Syms was superb as the Queen Mother. This film was sensitively written, and it was a real testament to the creative team that they did not exploit the more painful elements in the story. I was glad that Princes William and Harry were not shown in any real way at all, and the same with Diana. It would have been most unkind to do so, and the creators did no such thing!!! Definitely worth a watch!!!!