When Royal Life Is a Horror Film
<em>Spencer</em> puts a fresh spotlight on Princess Diana—but not for her historical or political significance.
opens with a scene of military-like precision. Jeeps barrel down a country road to the royal residence Sandringham House to unload a haul of massive metal boxes; cooks march single file into the estate’s kitchen and crack the crates open to reveal fresh fruit, chilled lobster, and other culinary riches. The head chef (played by Sean Harris) rings a bell and barks at his staff: “Brigade! Once more unto the breach!” The entire operation moves like clockwork, even though its only purpose is to cook dinner for
