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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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Date: 2008-04-06
Elizabeth R
This was received in a timely manner, packaged well, and the video is quite wonderful. I will be happy to choose this sender in the future.

Ginny Adams

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Date: 2008-03-06
Absolutely love Glenda Jackson as Elizabeth
This is one of the most informative and wonderful portrayals of Elizabeth R. I also love Helen Mirren's Elizabeth but Glenda tells the whole story and is now to me the image of Elizabeth. She has the composure, the assuredness, the emotion, the whole package.

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Date: 2008-01-18
Glenda Jackson is the preeminent Elizabeth
Don't get me wrong, I've adored Cate Blanchett's and Helen Mirren's capable portrayals of Queen Elizabeth. The productions have been opulent, beautifully filmed and well-acted.
I saw "Elizabeth R" back when I was in high school and always wished I could see it again. Over the years I wondered if it would hold up to more recent versions. I finally broke down and bought it and it's even better than I remembered. Glenda Jackson simply is the preeminent Elizabeth. I cannot recommend this item highly enough.

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Date: 2008-01-07
elizbath r is great
great movie. goes with the history. very nice for the seventies! good movie for older children with an interest in history. dvd extras are very nice!

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Date: 2007-12-18
Elizabeth R
Elizabeth R One of the discs was defective. I notified Amazon/vendor. Within minutes vendor sent prepaid mailer information. Entire set returned. New one arrived promptly and excellent condition. Would recommend vendor 100%.

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