Review of Elizabeth: The Golden Age (2007) by Stephen S — 18 Feb 2009

A major disappointment. Felt very soapy and dopey at times and the movie was incredibly rushed especially the ending with the battle scenes not well done at all.

This review of Elizabeth: The Golden Age (2007) was written by Stephen S on 18 Feb 2009.

Elizabeth: The Golden Age has generally received mixed reviews.

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