The appropriate viewers of this film know who they are and will see it without regard to positive or negative feedback by us. I enjoyed the film and thought it did a good job of condensing a large chunk of Englands history into 2 hours. Cate did a SUPERB job as the Queen...Again. While poetic liscense is taken for the sake of a story the movie is solid and provides good entertainment and spectacular sets and costumes. Go enjoy the movie and quit over thinking things! PS...the music is well done.. not at all too loud in my opinion!

The movie in and of itself is pretty good. The directing, casting, costumes, location, special effects, and acting were all superbly executed. Cate Blanchett does a fabulous job of conveying a more confident, experienced Queen Elizabeth than what we saw in her "coming into her own" in "Elizabeth." Unfortunately, Geoffery Rush was not as prominent in this film, but his acting and part are as crucial and wonderfully portrayed as in the first movie. For the most part, the plot was intriguing and fit the direction of the movie very well. There is only one aspect which bothered me about the film: I felt that the symbolism was too strong towards the end. I felt it weakened the overall effect of the story. The symbolism didn't ruin the movie, but I just felt it was a weak point. Overall, I loved the movie! I will definitely be buying it, and will watch it again and again... If you liked the first "Elizabeth" then you will enjoy this "Elizabeth" as well. Happy viewing!

Cate Blanchet gives a deep and dynamic portrayal of Queen Elizabeth I. While her portrayal is quite different than Helen Miren (in the HBO Miniseries), she is consistent and excellent in her interpretation of this magnificent Monarch. But, don't expect to be blown away with this film. Like all sequels, this one suffers from trying to pack too much into one film. It is beautifully filmed and the dialogue is wonderful, but the story depends the viewer have a solid understanding of British History. I have a feeling a lot of scenes were left on the cutting room floor. The film leaves you wanting more explaination and a powerful punch or a gut reaction to the Queen. But it fell short. They tried to recreate the feeling of first movie. You felt a gut reaction when Cate Blanchet uttered, "I am my Father's daughter, I am not afraid of anything." And the end scene when she turns herself into a virgin. This film has no such powerful moments. I recommend seeing it. Enjoy the vision.

Really a great movie. Oscar for lead actress.

The movie was great. I usally wait till movies come out on video to see them. But i was very glad i went to see this on the big screen. Kate Blanchett did a great job in her depiction of a great Quenn. I will be seeing this movie again before it goes to video. The costumes and set designs are amazing and only enhance what your seeing on the screen, i'm willing to bet that it earns it an oscar for set and costume design.