Elizabeth: The Golden Age

2007

"Power and passion collide in a royal court."

Also known as: 🇬🇧 EN: Elizabeth 2^? 🇫🇷 FR: Elizabeth - L'âge d'or^? 🇵🇹 PT: Elizabeth - A Idade de Ouro^? 🇰🇷 KO: 골든 에이지^? 🇨🇳 ZH: 伊丽莎白2：黄金时代 (2007)^? All international titles (9) →

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Synopsis

Elizabeth: The Golden Age is a movie released in 2007.

Elizabeth: The Golden Age is a historical drama that delves into the complex life of Queen Elizabeth I during a pivotal time in England's history. The film explores themes of power, love, and sacrifice as the queen navigates political challenges and personal relationships. Set against the backdrop of the Spanish Armada's looming threat, the narrative captures both the grandeur and the peril of Elizabeth's reign, highlighting her determination to maintain sovereignty and stability in a male-dominated world. Cate Blanchett reprises her acclaimed role as Elizabeth, offering a nuanced portrayal of a ruler balancing her duties with her desires. The film is enriched by the performances of a skilled supporting cast, including Clive Owen as Sir Walter Raleigh and Geoffrey Rush as Sir Francis Walsingham. The atmosphere combines opulence with tension, reflecting the era's political intrigue and personal conflicts. Elizabeth: The Golden Age presents a vivid picture of a queen's resilience and the challenges she faced, offering a compelling look at both her public and private life.

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Parental Guide — Suitable for 13+

13+

Content guidance for parents

Category	Level	Indicator
Violence	2/5
Sexual Content	2/5
Language	1/5
Drugs / Alcohol	1/5
Frightening Elements	2/5

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Violence

There are some historical battle scenes and references to war, which include sword fighting and scenes of conflict. However, the violence is not graphic or prolonged.

Sexual Content

There are some romantic elements and mild sexual innuendo. A few scenes suggest intimacy, but nothing explicit is shown.

Language

There is minimal use of mild language throughout the film.

Drugs / Alcohol

There are brief depictions of alcohol consumption in social settings, but no drug use is present.

Frightening Elements

Some scenes may be intense due to themes of betrayal and political intrigue, which could be unsettling for younger viewers.

Summary for parents:

Elizabeth: The Golden Age is a historical drama that explores themes of power, love, and resilience. While the film contains some mild violence, sexual content, and intense moments, it is generally suitable for viewers aged 13 and older. Parents may want to discuss the historical context and themes presented in the film with younger audiences.

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Connections with other movies

This movie has thematic and stylistic connections with the following productions:

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Box Office

Budget: $55,000,000

Revenue: $74,237,563

Profit $19,237,563

ROI +35% (1.3x)

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Cast of Elizabeth: The Golden Age

Cate Blanchett

Elizabeth I, Queen of En…

Laurence Fox

Sir Christopher Hatton

Clive Owen

Sir Walter Raleigh

Geoffrey Rush

Sir Francis Walsingham

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Keywords

#england 55 #assassination 35 #catholicism 16 #16th century 15 #palace intrigue 7 #sea battle 6 #tudor 5 #queen elizabeth i 3 #religious war 1 #armada 1

Production Companies

Universal Pictures

Working Title Films

StudioCanal

Trivia & Fun Facts about Elizabeth: The Golden Age

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• The film was shot on location in several historical sites in England, including Arundel Castle and York, which helped to authentically recreate the Elizabethan era.

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• Cate Blanchett's portrayal of Queen Elizabeth I is notable for her use of period-appropriate dialect, which she studied extensively to portray the character authentically.

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• The film features a scene where Elizabeth I rides a horse through a forest; this scene was filmed using a real horse, adding to the film's historical accuracy.

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• During the climactic battle scenes, practical effects were used extensively, including the use of real pyrotechnics to create the illusion of cannon fire and explosions.

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• There is a subtle visual reference to Shakespeare's influence in the film, highlighted by the presence of actors who later appeared in adaptations of his works.

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• The film shares thematic elements with 'Elizabeth' (1998), which also centers around the life of Queen Elizabeth I, showcasing her political challenges and personal sacrifices.

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