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ELIZABETH I  

The British Queen, Elizabeth II, is a constitutional monarch with limited political powers. But she has continued to inspire an island nation for over 50 years

Watching Helen Mirren's "The Queen," brought one American audience member in contact with important decades in her own life.

President George W. Bush shooting a sly wink at Queen Elizabeth isn't the first blatant infraction of protocol that she's had to face over the years. In actuality, the Queen knows how to give back as good as she gets.

Stephen Frears crafts a masterful theatrical video essay about dislocated values at the top

Elizabeth: The Golden Age has its faults as every film does, but find out why I've put this movie on my top ten list of the best films of 2007.

Cate Blanchett returns as Queen Elizabeth, who once again tries to balance love with the monarchy, and has to settle for defeating the Spanish Armada instead. Is this a winning formula again?

The answers part of a two-part trivia quiz about England's Queen Elizabeth II.

The questions part of a two-part trivia quiz about Britain's Queen Elizabeth II.

Hugh Laurie, star of the quirky hit medical drams, "House" was presented with an honor from Queen Elizabeth II at Buckingham. Laurie has been made a member of the Order of the British Empire.

Facts about Queen Elizabeth.

This article outlines the various activities planned in the state of Virginia for Queen Elizabeth's visit.

A brief essay on Queen Elizabeth's role in the Spanish Armada

The 400th Anniversary of Jamestown is May 11-13 2007 and Queen Elizabeth has come for her second visit to the area this weekend, May 3-4 2007.

A film review of the recent movie starring Helen Mirren as Queen Elizabeth II.

The Queen begins on the occasion of Tony Blair's crushing landslide victory that ended eighteen years of Tory Party rule and brought in the current era of "New Labour" (i.e. not as socialistic as the old.)

This movie reviews the recently released to DVD film entitled "Elizabeth: The Golden Age."

Elizabeth: The Golden Age is the sequel to the 1998 Oscar nominated film Elizabeth. Cate Blanchett returns as Elizabeth I, England's great and glorious monarch and Geoffrey Rush returns as her advisor and spymaster, Francis Walsingham.

An analysis of Queen Elizabeth's reign and her masterful use of vanity.

Movie review of Elizabeth the Golden Age starring Cate Blanchett, Clive Owen, and Abbie Cornish

Running a little less than two hours, this movie gem is well worth the time, even though the history isn't totally accurate.

Cate Blanchett leads an all-star cast in a sequel to 'Elizabeth', detailing the life, loves, and struggles of the Virgin Queen.

Elizabeth: The Golden Age could have been the perfect continuation of the stunning 1998 award winner Elizabeth.

A strong and charming woman, Elizabeth is a worthy role model for modern feminists.

A review of the film, "The Queen," and a set of thumbs up to Emmy award winner, Helen Mirren, Michael Sheen, and director Stephen Frears.

Discusses some of the leadership traits of the remarkable Elizabeth I.

The Kentucky Derby plays host to some of the biggest celebrity names within the media and beyond on a year to year basis.

With an excellent supporting cast, Helen Mirren portrays Queen Elizabeth II. in an account of the days following Princess Diana's 1997 death.

Queen Elizabeth I is seen as one of the most influencial women in history. Her strength and ability to rule led to the "Golden Age" in England.

This article reviews the movie "The Queen" starring Helen Mirren and James Cromwell.

"Facts?" about Queen Elizabeth.

With the opening of Elizabeth: The Golden Age, certain people, no doubt political operatives of a certain Senator from New York, are putting out that we are in store for a new Gloriana. Anyone remotely aware of history would know how laughable that is.

The Queen is the latest of Stephen Frears' films to glace at the tension in the British Class System. Helen Mirren's performance avoids the campy caricature and instead is a subtle masterpiece.

While the Butchart Gardens in Victoria, Canada, are considered to be the premier gardens by many visitors, the Queen Elizabeth Park in Vancouver, Canada, compares very favorably.

Queen Elizabeth I is said to be England's Greatest Monarch. People were thrilled when she became Queen and mourned her passing.

One of the greatest monarchs in English history remains a topic of conversation years after her death. With the new HBO mini series, Queen Elizabeth I is yet again in the spotlight.

The hype around this movie has been almost deafening. Is it worth it? Does it live up to it? Thankfully, the answer is yes.

My review of the movie "The Queen"

Phone pranks have been played on famous people including Queen Elizabeth II, Fidel Castro, and Tony Blair

"The Queen", a film directed by Stephen Frears, depicts the battle of wills between Queen Elizabeth and Prime Minister Tony Blair during the aftermath of Princess Diana's tragic death.

As Princess Diana's death, handled with delicacy and aplomb in The Queen, sent the world reeling into mourning, the English Monarchy came close to spinning out of control. The Queen tells the story of this impact on Prime Minister and Queen.

A review of Elizabeth: The Golden Age, in comparison to the dark drama that came before it.

American Film History composition. Explores the ideas of blood, as in lineage, transfer of power, violence, and so on in two very different films.

I think that Blanchett put her all, as she seemingly always does, into this movie so I cannot fault her.

2006 was a very good year for movies. As I looked over the list of movies I saw this year I was struck by how many of them (22) I considered well above average.

he Oscar nominations have been announced and, as usual, there were surprises and sure things. But now that the dust has settled, who has the best shot of taking home the coveted trophy?

A look at the movie's anti-Catholic elements

A look at the movie's overtly Anti-Catholic sentiments

Refusing to indulge in loud, chewing-the-scenery theatrics, Helen Mirren's performance in "The Queen" is an understated but powerful triumph.

Cunard's "greatest ocean liner of our time" offers affordable transatlantic crossings and is the most beautiful and luxurious ocean liner ever built.

The liner was bought by the City of Long Beach and permanently docked for use as a tourist attraction, city icon, hotel, convention center and museum.

Whether or not Raleigh actually spread his cloak over a mud puddle is true or not, there is no denying that they had an interesting relationship.

Humor directed at public figures. It's short but it's all original. I supppose it could get by as a form of prose.

Queen Mary has her half sister, Elizabeth (Kate Blanchett) thrown in to the dungeon tower for treason. By the way, it looks as though Kate Blanchett has not aged one bit today since 1998.

The Queen is a film about the aftermath of Princess Diana's death and its effect on the royal family, namely Queen Elizabeth. It conveys a lot of internal emotion because it's well known how stiff-upper-lip the British can be.

Elizabeth Taylor's notable on screen performances as well as her turbulent personal life have made her immensely popular throughout the years. Read this article for gift ideas for fans of the violet eyed Hollywood icon.

Ann Coulter and Elizabeth Edwards duked it out on MSNBC's Hardball with Chris Matthews.

New England cider mills offer a traditional drink and fun activities for the family.

Her first book, Prozac Nation, was critically acclaimed, and yet critics seem to despise her. She's been called the Courtney Love of non-fiction, and I am here to defend her good name. She's my favorite author of all time. Elizabeth Wurtzel.

Read this informative article and find out how an African-American slave from Mississippi developed her singing talents and found herself performing in front of the Queen at Buckingham Palace!

It's a well-written piece with some of the best acting of the year and happens to be one of the best films of 2006.

The Chinese astrological system is based on the year of birth, not the month. Studying this ancient form can lead to self-discovery. Here are some essential facts and information on Chinese zodiac signs, highlighting the first six.

In England, in the year 1848, 7 avante garde artists that all shared a unique vision formed one of the greatest movements in art history known as the Pre-Raphaelite movement.

Reactions to the nominees of the 6 major categories in the 2006 Academy Awards...

The Academy Awards are just around the corner on February 24th. For the first time in many years it appears that the acting categories may be easy to predict but there is no clear-cut front-runner to win Best Picture.

With the death of Mary in November of 1558 Elizabeth wasted no time in setting her plans for England, or the Elizabethan Settlement in motion. With help from William Cecil, Robert Dudley and Nicholas Bacon.

Television, film, and Internet markets for entertainment, movies, comedy, and rentals are changing the way people view and consume cinema material.

The tragic lost his son Dodi Fayed ten years ago has seen Al Fayed endless battle for the truth in the face of a British establishment at the heart of the conspiracy theories surrounding the death of both Dodi and Princess Diana.

Queen Elizabeth and the Duke of Edinburgh will attend the 133rd Running of the Kentucky Derby on Saturday, May 5. According to Greek mythology, mint is a sign of hospitality. What else will the Queen be doing?

A review of the The Pirate Queen on Broadway

Queen Elizabeth makes Hugh Laurie a member of the Order of the British Empire. Background information about Laurie's career and bit about his personal life as well.

One of the darkest chapters in American history is slavery. Nick Hazelwood's book, "The Queen's Slave Trader", connects the origins of the slave trade to Queen Elizabeth I of Britain.

Queen Elizabeth II holds many titles and privileges due to her rank and position. One of these titles is "Defender of the Faith". But what does this really mean?

Annie Leibovitz photographed John Lennon in 1980 - the morning before Mark Chapman killed him. She took a picture of Whoopi Goldberg in a tub of milk and Demi Moore naked and pregnant. She also photographed Olympic athletes and Queen Elizabeth II.

Information regarding one of Scotland's most famous Queens.

An analysis of how Mary Sidney Herbert's poetry handles the interesting problems associated with Queen Elizabeth's rule and her gender.

A preview of Cunard's new ship, Queen Victoria, which is slated to debut in December, 2007.

With a show that falls short of being Miss Saigon, but is oh so much better than Les Miserables, its safe to say that the creators of "The Pirate Queen" have done it again, no matter what the rest of the critic community has to say.

An overview of the reign of King James I of England.

Barton Mills is a sleepy little village in north-west Suffolk, England, that does not see much activity through the year until July when the village comes alive and is overcome with straw when the Scarecrow Festival takes place!

If you rely on Hollywood to educate you about England, then you will be far off the mark in terms of accuracy! The following article will reveal some little known facts about England

The wink that launched a flurry of media articles! Can President Bush wink at Queen Elizabeth without causing an international incident?

When Queen Elizabeth II visited the U. S. recently, no efforts were spared to accord her the honors due to the head of state of our closest ally. Still the idea of a monarch is anathema to most Americans who are apt to ask : "The British Monarchy, who needs it?"

Sandringham Estate is the Norfolk retreat of HM the Queen. But this stately home is also open to the general public who wish to wander around the gardens, the museum and have a closer glimpse into the luxury that the Royal Family are so accustomed to

If you have problems with blemishes and need a quick solution, look no further. Elizabeth Arden has the answer!

Countess Elizabeth Bathory was one of the world's most sadistic serial killers of all time, especially because she was a woman, but did all her evil doings and blood sports really mean she was a vampire?

Elizabeth Hurley and her new husband, Arun Nayar face a three jail term for breaking Hindu marriage customs.

Elizabeth Hurley and her new husband have started life amid family turmoil. Vinod Nayer, father of Hurley's husband Arun Nayer, has declared he wants nothing to do with his son and daughter-in-law.

The country is in an uproar. Democratic runner in the presidential race John Edwards and his wife Elizabeth have just announced that Elizabeth's breast cancer has returned. This time stage 4 metastasis disease.

Elizabeth Barrett Browning was the poet of her time. She was an amazing influence for her readers then and for her readers now.

Elizabeth Harrison has been arrested for operating a house of prostitution in her apartment. Is there a "Magical Lizzy" in your neighborhood?

A rieview of country/bluegrass/folk singer Elizabeth Cook's performance at Workplay Theater in Birmingham, May 8, 2008.

It is a strange experience to have met and spent time with a person who police believe is capable of hiring someone to shoot and kill another human being.

This article is my opinion and analysis on a hypothetical Senate race in North Carolina between John Edwards and Elizabeth Dole.

Elizabeth City is known as the Harbor of Hospitality. It is a great place for boaters to stop and get to know the Rose Buddies and to have free dockage for 48 hours while they explore the town of Elizabeth City North Carolina.

John and Elizabeth Edwards faced the cameras of CBS' 60 Minutes to answer questions about their decision to stay in the Presidential race.

Elizabeth Perkins, star of Weeds, is a wonderful actress.

Elizabeth Shaof was a young teenager who was abducted on her way home from school. Her story of courage and bravery also shows that a little education is also needed for teens who walk to and from school. Here are 5 great tips.

In "One Art," Elizabeth Bishop plays with and alters a traditional form to show the unpredictability of disaster.

Elizabeth Cady Stanton delivered The Solitude of Self speech before the House Judiciary Committee in Washington on January 18, 1982 to advocate for womens rights.