Review of Queen Christina (1934) by Daniel K — 26 Oct 2007
"Queen Christina" is loosely based on the life of Queen Christina of Sweden, daughter of the famous monarch Gustavus Adolphus. The story focuses on her trials as a monarch and her eventual romance.
Greta Garbo gives the principal performance of interest as Queen Christina herself. Garbo gives another great performance and is authoritative yet charming in the role. Christina is periodically reminded of her father's greatness and has to contend with his legacy. She shows a love for her people despite feeling constrained as a monarch, but her greatest love is for Antonio of Spain, played convincingly by John Gilbert. The supporting cast is also memorable, particularly Ian Keith and C. Aubrey Smith.
The story developed is a fine one, and the film is filled with memorable scenes. The chemistry between Garbo and Gilbert is never lacking. Christina's final speech is sincere and touching and the film's end proves to be sad but effective.
This review of Queen Christina (1934) was written by Daniel K on 26 Oct 2007.
Queen Christina has generally received very positive reviews.
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