If historical fiction strays *too* far from what we really know, then we're irritated, yes?
I also think a lot of people have such little exposure to true history and education that they really do believe a lot of these "historical" TV shows. Sad.
It's not just a matter of a reasonably educated person being able to discern between fact and outright distortion or fantasy. In the case of "The Crown" it's also an issue of the actions and intents of still living persons. The late Queen was known for her attitude of saying nothing. Perhaps those days of being an easy target for the media and even one's own family are now over.
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