Sense and Sensibility is one of my favorite movies, partly
because of
Jane Austen's timeless
story, and
the amazing performances by Emma Thompson and
Kate Winslet.
It is the story of the Dashwood sisters and their mother, who are left
penniless after their father's sudden death when their stepbrother inherits
everything. The two main characters are the elder sisters, passionate
Marianne, and sensible Eleanor.
The two sisters both fall in love, Eleanor for the sensitive, quiet
Edward, and Marianne for Willoughby, a dashing handsome guy.
However, Edward turns out to be engaged, and Willougby leaves Marianne for
a rich woman. Marianne becomes ill, and Eleanor fears she will lose her
beloved sister. But, it all ends happily- Marianne recovers, and meets the
right guy (Colonel Brandon) and Edward's snotty fiance ditches him, leaving
him free to marry Eleanor.
Since the Dashwoods are poor, they dress more plainly than
Emma, whose costumes I loved, but the
beautifully green English scenery in the movie makes up for it.
The acting is very subtle and convincing, especially by Eleanor when she
fears Marianne will die. Emma Thompson plays a very reserved person who
doesn't show her emotions, so seeing her break down and actually cry is
very moving *sniff* Good movie.
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