Elizabeth: The Golden Age (PG-13, 2007)
common sense media says
Talky, arty, intense sequel may not interest kids.
parents & educators say
- 33% say violence is an issue
What parents need to know
Parents need to know that this talky, artistic sequel to 1998's Elizabeth probably won't be a big draw for many kids, even older teens. That said, it liberally interprets the PG-13 rating (the original was R), since it contains some graphic, bloody violence. Images include torture, a tongue being cut out, heads in cages, beatings, shooting, hanging, beheading, and an epic sea battle. Flirtations are more intellectual than physical, though there's plenty of visible cleavage in the colorful costumes. One sex scene is glamorous and shadowy, with a brief image of a passionate embrace. Raleigh brings "natives" from the New World in face paint; though others look on them as novelties, the queen orders them treated like royal visitors. Characters drink occasionally, and the queen smokes tobacco once.
Violence:
A man has his tongue cut out (bloody mouth visible) and is beaten (brief image, mostly assailants' kicks shown, rather than his body). Torture scene features screaming and bloody bodies, as well as heads in cages (with screws designed to poke holes in the skulls). One brother attempts to assassinate the other with a knife; the attacker ends up in prison, where he appears bloodied and collapsed (the abuse isn't shown, just the effects). Assassination attempt on the queen ends with gun fired, but no hit. Execution of a traitor shows hanging of bloody body (full body shot), then cut to dangling feet. Execution of Mary Stuart shows her head on the chopping block, the executioner with ax raised, and then cuts away, to the loud sound of the blade hitting. Elizabeth slaps Bess hard. British Navy vs. Spanish Armada battle includes canons, gunfire, flaming bodies, screaming victims, and a horse leaping from a ship in slow motion into the sea. A ship loaded with explosives serves as vehicular bomb.
Sex:
Several scenes show cleavage, sometimes heaving, mostly encased in period bodices. Repeated references to Elizabeth's virginity (she makes one, in a joke about the name "Virginia"). Spanish ambassador accuses Elizabeth of taking "pirates to your royal bed." Complex flirtations among Elizabeth, Bess, and Raleigh feature speedy dialogue and subtle glances. Kiss between Raleigh and Bess; subsequent sex scene features nude torsos in profile, shadows, and dissolves.
Language:
Mild language includes occasional uses of "hell" and "bastard." One muffled word could be 'f--k,' but it's very difficult to hear.
Consumerism:
Not applicable.
Drinking, drugs, & smoking:
Drinking at gatherings; Raleigh brings tobacco from the New World, saying, "You breathe its smoke: Very stimulating!" Elizabeth and Bess try smoking and cough.
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erincdunn
adult
adult
WORTH THE WAIT
The movie was breathtaking, heartbreaking and unforgetable. I am so glad I took the day off of work to see the first showing. Thank you for making such an artistic film. Good luck at the Oscars.
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sat101
kid, 12 years old
kid, 12 years old
i think shod be rated pg/13
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sascproductions
adult
adult
Hale to the Queen
Cate Blanchett brings all the attributes that is demanded for such a role. She depicts power, influence, humour and vulnerability at the same time and excels as one of the year's best performances. The scenery, though overpowering at times, is an impeccable work of film craftmenship and will easily get an oscar nod! The film contains a brilliant all-star cast and phenomenal costume design.
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dancingwithmyself
teen, 18 years old
teen, 18 years old
Very well done artistic movie.
I thought that this movie was very well done and quite interesting. Elizabeth's character has so many twist and turns. The costumes were really cool and fancy. Every thing was very dramatic and deeply felt. Clive Owen was awesome as a pirate! I recommend this film to people who are over the age of 12 and who can handle a bit of blood. This movie has some confusing parts for younger people but it's really worth the time. It really helps middle school/high school students on their tests if they are currently studying England.
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bonesxprt13
teen, 16 years old
teen, 16 years old
consummate and flawless history tale with a storybook ending.
Take this movie and watch it. Some iffy parts when the maid to the queen Elopes. Some iffy messages when the council people are killing because of the religious difference. Overall, This is a good movie.
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luvpink
teen, 13 years old
teen, 13 years old
Portrays Time Period Well
Very violent. But does portray the time period well.
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livagiv
parent of 5 , 8 , 10 , and 12 year old
parent of 5 , 8 , 10 , and 12 year old
Good Movie but scary
I watched this with my very mature 12-year-old. She understood most of the movie but the beginning is very confusing. She wouldn't watch the torture scenes and covered her eyes and the blood was a bit much for even me.
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