Mind-Blowing Films That Are Based on Real People

Elizabeth

This 1998 biopic documents the life of one of the most iconic queens in European history, Queen Elizabeth. Cate Blanchett plays Elizabeth I as she grows from a young princess to become a powerful figure who favored democracy and lived a partially secret life. Blanchett earned herself a Best Actress nomination for her time in this film. 

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