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Stella Gonet in "Spencer" (2021)

"Spencer", the 2021 film, offered a colder, harder look at the Royal Family, depicting an imagined weekend at Sandringham through the perspective of Princess Diana (played by Kristen Stewart).

Of course, the film's priority is Diana, and Stewart's performance of the late 'People's Princess', gained her nominations from a number of awarding bodies, including the Academy. Playing the supporting roles as the rest of the family were smaller names with minimal screen time.

That being said, Stella Gonet's depiction of the Queen is less of an imitation, and as such, may be easier for some to receive more truthfully. It's not the kindest portrayal of the monarch, influenced by the perspective the narrative holds. However, it is still very much recognisable as Queen Elizabeth II, particularly in a scene in which she takes her corgis for a walk and has a heart-to-heart with Diana.

Image Source: Everett Collection