Elizabeth: The Golden Age (DVD) ~ Cate Blanchett (actor) Cover Art

Bookmark for this productThis link will open in a new window

Elizabeth: The Golden Age (DVD)

Cate Blanchett (actor), Geoffrey Rush (actor) and Shekhar Kapur (director)
More About this Product
List Price: $29.98
Tower Price: $14.86
You Save: $15.12 (51%)
Add to BagAdd to Bag Click to go directly to the checkout.
This item qualifies for FREE Shop N' Save Shipping for orders over $25. Check individual shipping price.
Availability: On Sale - Ships in 12 Hours

Product Description
 [ Run a Quick Search on "Elizabeth: The Golden Age" starring Cate Blanchett to Browse Related Products:  ]
Browse more products related to "Elizabeth: The Golden Age"
Browse more products related to "Cate Blanchett, Geoffrey Rush and Shekhar Kapur"
Review

Uncut, 04/01/2008, p.126, "[With] the ever-brilliant Cate Blanchett....Gorgeous moments and a fine script..."

Box Office, 11/01/2007, p.110, "Like the first film, ELIZABETH: THE GOLDEN AGE boasts strong acting and handsome decor....Blanchett's Elizabeth remains a commanding presence..."

Empire, 10/19/2007, p.62, 3 stars out of 5 -- "[I]t is in the intimate moments that the film finds its heart....Cate Blanchett again excels..."

Total Film, 11/01/2007, p.62, 3 stars out of 5 -- "Blanchett is peerless throughout, perfectly combining public poise with private doubt..."

Sight and Sound, 12/01/2007, p.60, "[With] wonderfully detailed and vivid production and some excellent performances....[Blanchett] brings depth and subtlety to the role."

Title Note

Theatrical Release: October 12, 2007

Release Note

DVD Features:

Region 1
Snap Case
Anamorphic Widescreen - 1.85
Audio:
Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround - English, French, Spanish
Subtitles - English (SDH), French, Spanish - Optional
Additional Release Material:
Audio Commentary - Shekhar Kapur - Director
Deleted Scenes
Featurette - 1. THE REIGN CONTINUES: Making ELIZABETH: THE GOLDEN AGE
2. INSIDE ELIZABETH'S WORLD
3. COMMANDING THE WINDS: CREATING THE ARMADA
4. TOWERS, COURTS AND CATHEDRALS

Product Notes

Nearly a decade after Cate Blanchett drew the attention of audiences and critics alike with ELIZABETH, the Oscar-winning actress returns to the role of the Virgin Queen. Though the protestant ruler has been on the throne for decades in 1585, Elizabeth I's reign is still under attack from both inside her country and from the continent. Her cousin, Mary, Queen of Scots (Samantha Morton), carries the favor of the nation's Catholics as she schemes for the throne from prison, while Spain's King Philip II (Jordi Molla) plots an invasion with the power of his famous armada. But Elizabeth is also concerned with the arrival of Sir Walter Raleigh (Clive Owen), a charming pirate and adventurer. Unable to reconcile her feelings with her crown, she encourages Bess (Abbie Cornish), her beloved lady-in-waiting, to pursue a relationship with Raleigh.

Nine years haven't dulled Blanchett's ability to play this--or any other--character with an impressive range of fire and tenderness. Her chemistry with the infinitely watchable Owen is one of the film's highlights. As in ELIZABETH, director Shekhar Kapur doesn't restrict himself from using artfully constructed shots that aren't normally used in period dramas. It's a modern retelling of history, and Kapur and his director of photograpy, Remi Adefarasin, aren't content to let the film have the standard look of many films in the genre. Costume designer Alexandra Byrne follows the same logic, creating stunning dresses for Elizabeth that draw inspiration both from modernity and the time period. If Blanchett weren't such a gifted actress, the gorgeous costumes might threaten to overtake her as the star of the film.

Customer Reviews for "Elizabeth: The Golden Age (DVD)"
Average Customer Review
4 out of 5 stars ( [1 customer review] ) 

Share your thoughts with other customers:
 [Submit your ReviewSubmit your Review] 

Most Recent Customer Reviews
4 out of 5 stars The Golden Age, February 4, 2008
By golden_warrior
Powerful film filled with lots of period action and wonderful costumes that take you back to their time.

What's New and Exciting Around Tower
  • Sales & Promotion
  • Tower Great Gift Ideas
    Tower has Great Gifts for everyone on your list!
  • Tower Essentials Sale
    Visit the Essentials Sale for a wide selection and huge savings on your favorite entertainment.
  • DVD Classic Multipacks Sale
    Big Savings on your favorite classic Multi-pack DVD collections - including 20, 50 and 100 film box sets!
  • Lionsgate Movie Specials
    Browse the Boutique and enjoy Savings of up to 50% on selected DVD & Blu-Ray titles from Lionsgate Home Entertainment!
  • Paramount Movie Specials
    Grow your DVD collection with these classic and newly released movies from Paramount Home Entertainment, featuring your favorite Comedy, Action & Adventure and Classic films at great low prices!
  • FOX/MGM Movie Specials
    Take home your most cherished classics from Fox & MGM's iconic film library today when you browse our Classics Super Specials boutique.
  • Special Features
  • The Best CDs of 2007
    Amy Winehouse, hip hop legend Kanye West and popular favorite Paul Potts to lesser known gems Justice, Lupe Fiasco ...
  • The Best DVDs of 2007
    Tower Video presents the very best DVDs released in 2007, from our guru's picks to top selling and long-awaited releases.
  • Andy Palacio World Music Special Tribute Page
    The Tower.com family pay our humble respects to the life and career of one of the world's greatest musicians and social activists, Andy Palacio.
  • Browse Our New Blu-Ray Section
    With over 700 titles & new items added each week, Tower’s new Blu-Ray section offers recent releases, Blu-Ray bestsellers and great deals on your favorite high-def titles!
Explore More Great Tower Sales & Specials