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DVD 7: Elizabeth: The Golden Age
The performances in this film are all top-notch, and the costumes and sets are visually interesting. Unfortunately it lacks the compelling storytelling that made its predecessor a great movie. It’s frustrating too, because it’s clear everyone involved in the production is talented and working to make the best film they can, but the intrigue that drives most of the plot just isn’t that intriguing. Considering the elements in play - betrayal between family members, conflict between personal and political desires, a looming war with the Spanish Armada - this movie should have been a lot more exciting than it was.

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I came away with a similar impression. Excellent performances, sets, and costumes made it immersive and believable, and there were great cinematographical moments and character studies that really added to the film, but the plot was tepid and slow. I loved the original film, and didn't feel this was a worthy successor.