content: I'm so glad there are so many other reviewers who think that "Elizabeth" is a marvelous film. And I'm glad someone pointed out that this is NOT A DOCUMENTARY. It is a story which combines both fact and fiction to create intense drama.And Cate Blanchett's rich, unforgettable performance humanized Queen Elizabeth. You could feel Elizabeth's vulnerability and uncertainty as she learned how to become a monarch. As a woman, Elizabeth experienced loneliness, betrayal, and love. You felt the heartbreak and sacrifice made by Elizabeth in Cate's astounding performance. This movie is a keeper!