content: This movie in no way deserved the Oscar for best picture. Yes, it was pretty to look at, but I found the story somewhat lacking. The relationship between Fiennes and Paltrow seemed unbelievable, and did not tug on my heartstrings the way "Romeo and Juliet" does. Perhaps I am the only one who cannot stand Paltrow's English accent, but I couldn't stand hearing her speak through out the entire film. Dame Judy Dench's performance was memorable, yet did not warrent her Oscar for Best Supporting Actress as Queen Elizabeth. (She is only on screen for maybe five minutes, total) I'd recomend the movie, Elizabeth, over SIL anyday. Both the film, and Cate Blanchette out-perform Shakespeare in Love by leaps and bounds.