
Sense and Sensibility
1995
Drama / Romance
2h16
Jean McFarland rated ★ 7/10
Synopsis
The Dashwood sisters, sensible Elinor and passionate Marianne, whose chances at marriage seem doomed by their family's sudden loss of fortune. When Henry Dashwood dies unexpectedly, his estate must pass on by law to his son from his first marriage, John and wife Fanny. But these circumstances leave Mr. Dashwood's current wife, and daughters Elinor, Marianne and Margaret, without a home and with barely enough money to live on. As Elinor and Marianne struggle to find romantic fulfillment in a society obsessed with financial and social status, they must learn to mix sense with sensibility in their dealings with both money and men.
Community Reviews
Viewers are captivated by 'Sense and Sensibility's' faithful adaptation of Jane Austen's novel, praising its stellar cast and emotional depth. Emma Thompson and Kate Winslet shine as the Dashwood sisters, bringing to life the romantic and societal challenges of 19th-century England. The film's blend of heartfelt performances and picturesque settings delivers a compelling narrative, though some found the pacing slow and wished for more explicit romantic declarations.
👍 Stellar performances by Emma Thompson and Kate Winslet.
👎 Some may find the pacing slow.




