Elizabeth R
starring: Glenda Jackson, Ronald Hines, Robert Hardy, John Ruddock, Ian Barritt
directed by: Donald McWhinnie, Richard Martin (IV), Roderick Graham
directed by: Donald McWhinnie, Richard Martin (IV), Roderick Graham
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Audience Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Binding: DVD
Brand: Warner Brothers
EAN: 9780790761930
Format: Box set, Color, Closed-captioned, NTSC
ISBN: 0790761939
Label: BBC Warner
Manufacturer: BBC Warner
Number Of Items: 4
Publisher: BBC Warner
Region Code: 1
Release Date: October 16, 2001
Running Time: 540 minutes
Sales Rank: 16468
Studio: BBC Warner
Theatrical Release Date: February 13, 1972
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Editorial Review:
Product Description:
Episodes: The Lion's Cub The Marriage Game Shadow of the Sun Horrible Conspiracies The Enterprise of England Sweet England's Pride. This magnificent 6-volume collection recounts the epic life and times of the remarkable Elizabeth I in a cycle of 6 plays. Won multiple Emmy Awards.Running Time: 540 min.Format: DVD MOVIE Genre: DRAMA Rating: NR UPC: 794051158826
Amazon.com essential video:
Glenda Jackson is majestic in the six-video miniseries from the BBC, Elizabeth R. Covering the entire reign of Elizabeth I, from her struggles with her half-sister Mary just before being crowned as queen to her death in 1603, the series profiles the life of the Virgin Queen in detail--and with historical accuracy--not possible in the as beautiful, but much shorter, theatrical release, Elizabeth. Religious conflicts, her struggle over the execution of her cousin Mary, Queen of Scots, battles with Spain, court politics, and of course her flirtations with Robert Dudley (portrayed as an almost-comical fop by Robert Hardy) and her decision to remain unmarried are just some of the highlights of this magnificently costumed and finely acted piece. Jackson skillfully captures the capricious moods and incredible intellect of the queen who defied the pope and the conventions of the time as a strong-willed woman, and characters from textbooks--Sir Francis Bacon, Sir Walter Raleigh, King Phillip II--come vividly to life. Elizabeth R (and for those not in the know, the 'R' is for 'Regina') is a splendid melding of history and entertainment, and as thorough as this series is, you will still long for more. --Jenny Brown
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- "Good Sir, if you value your life, go not to the first man, but to the first woman in this kingdom."Glenda Jackson gives the performance of her life as the Virgin Queen. Far superior than any big screen ... Read More
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- Great ShowFirst show I remember of Elizabeth I. Captured my interest as a child. I know it seems "old" compared ... Read More
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- Elizabeth R for a generationGlenda Jackson brilliantly captures the emotional maelstrom which drove Elizabeth I. The production is typical ... Read More
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- long and boringit is loooooong and boring. which is probably closer to the truth of the situation--like not every day of life ... Read More
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- Elizabeth R This was received in a timely manner, packaged well, and the video is quite wonderful. I will be happy to choose ... Read More
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