The film tells the story of Queen Elizabeth’s confrontation with the Spanish army, led by King Philip II, who tried to restore Catholicism in England. Having imposed Anglicanism to the English monarchy, Elizabeth I was threatened not only by the Spanish king, but also by a number of English nobles who wanted to go back to the previous religious regime. That meant, by the way, bringing back Mary Stuart of Scotland, and cousin of Elizabeth, as queen.

Actress Cate Blanchett brought this legendary Queen to life. Elizabeth I was willing to fight to defend her land and beliefs, even though luck seemed to not be on her side.