I could not sit through it either. My main problem was the way it was presented. I thought the cinamatography (Sp?) (Or whatever you call it) left a lot to be desired. It reminded me of a high school history film
I saw, I think episode three the other night. Having no real background in English history I found it somewhat interesting. But now I know better.
Besides I can't see Queen Elizabeth without thinking of Black Adder. "Then we'd go with one of my little friends to the executioners. If I wanted any of my little friends executed, that is."
SD