Comments on: Kings and queens of love

By: Tim Wilson

Tim Wilson — Tue, 15 Dec 2020 01:19:33 +0000

I feel that although you mention it in your piece, you’ve not adequately emphasized the brunt of “The Crown”‘s exceedingly fine dramatization. Namely, to make of the Royal Family’s confusions and shortcomings, mixed with their moments (albeit few) of true selflessness and compassion, the stuff of being human. Not gods, not kings, queens or emperors, but all too often mixed-up mortals. As for the rest of us, subjects loyal or otherwise, I’d suggest that the opportunity of observing this at such close range, and done so artfully, is a mighty gift to growth.

By: Tom Mackan

Tom Mackan — Sat, 12 Dec 2020 16:07:27 +0000

Thanks, Peter. I’ve watched the whole 4 episodes with such pleasure and, like you, no attitude. You’ve written less review and more deconstruction, and for me, the result is enriching. Your admiration of the production is evident and leaves me (and other readers) more fulfilled for having shared something worthwhile. Thanks.

By: Jon Paul

Jon Paul — Fri, 11 Dec 2020 06:07:28 +0000

Excellent review. I was a teeny bit disappointed myself by the season’s tendency, some episodes, to hit the viewer over the head with the message. One episode seemed to suggest that as the royals delight in hunting deer (and salmon) so they themselves were legitimate targets for the IRA terrorists, which struck me as an odd equation. But it’s definitely binge-worthy material. Sort of like a British K-Drama.

By: Linda Varin

Linda Varin — Fri, 11 Dec 2020 05:26:02 +0000

Well done Peter. As always! Love

By: James Riva

James Riva — Wed, 09 Dec 2020 19:36:03 +0000

A meaningful perspective Peter. Thank you. As I make my way through this fourth season I ponder to what extent Morgan has captured the essence (dramatic license aside) of the Royal family and their future. As I reflect on the real news highlights of the Queen’s reign over my lifetime, her families narrative is rather gloomy and fraught with, as you aptly put, the seven deadly sins. If nothing else, The Crown reminds us the Royal family members are foremost, human, and mirror the challenges we all face. Your review of The Crown reminds me of the imperfect characters in the first five books of the Bible that God chose to lead.

By: Marni Crossley

Marni Crossley — Wed, 09 Dec 2020 13:24:26 +0000

Good for you, Peter, putting it all in perspective!! I am not watching it! Too many other great things to watch at this time of Pandemic,

By: Lorie Martin

Lorie Martin — Wed, 09 Dec 2020 06:11:40 +0000

Thank you! A brilliant message that brings us to tears, our knees, and to say another loud yes to the power of Love in our lives, no matter what.

By: Diane Davies

Diane Davies — Wed, 09 Dec 2020 04:41:28 +0000

Fascinating review .. much appreciated.