The Crown

My relationship with the British Royal Family could probably be described as neutral. I don't know their family relations perfectly, I don't buy the dresses Kate wears, I don't fly to London on the occasion of the royal wedding, yet I am fascinated by them in a way, I both respect and pity them. I didn't become interested in The Crown until sometime after the second series aired, and by the time I decided to start watching the series, the third season had been out for a while. I don't know if it's the perfect royal atmosphere, the sets, the costumes, the actors, the cinematography, the editing, the directing, or the music, but basically you could say I'm "properly cooked" by The Crown. I like the alternating emphasis on individual characters and members of the royal family and the ease and enthusiasm with which new characters burst onto the scene. And in the middle of it all stands the young Queen Elizabeth, whose portrayal by actress Claire Foy is absolutely breathtaking and authentic. (25.06.2020)