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Sense and Sensibility (1995)

"Lose your heart and come to your senses."

7.419952h 16mEN
DramaRomance

Directed by Ang Lee

Rating

7.4/10

Runtime

2h 16m

Language

EN

Release

December 13, 1995

Director

Ang Lee

Official Trailer

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Overview

The Dashwood sisters, sensible Elinor and passionate Marianne, learn that their prospects of marriage seem doomed by their family's sudden loss of fortune. After Henry Dashwood dies unexpectedly, his estate must pass on by law to his son. These circumstances leave Mr. Dashwood's wife and daughters w...

Cast

Emma Thompson

Emma Thompson

Elinor Dashwood

Kate Winslet

Kate Winslet

Marianne Dashwood

Alan Rickman

Alan Rickman

Colonel Christopher Brandon

Hugh Grant

Hugh Grant

Edward Ferrars

Gemma Jones

Gemma Jones

Mrs. Dashwood

Greg Wise

Greg Wise

John Willoughby

Elizabeth Spriggs

Elizabeth Spriggs

Mrs. Jennings

Imogen Stubbs

Imogen Stubbs

Lucy Steele

Harriet Walter

Harriet Walter

Fanny Ferrars Dashwood

James Fleet

James Fleet

John Dashwood

Imelda Staunton

Imelda Staunton

Charlotte Jennings Palmer

Hugh Laurie

Hugh Laurie

Mr. Palmer

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Sense and Sensibility (1995), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

The Dashwood sisters, sensible Elinor and passionate Marianne, learn that their prospects of marriage seem doomed by their family's sudden loss of fortune. After Henry Dashwood dies unexpectedly, his estate must pass on by law to his son. These circumstances leave Mr. Dashwood's wife and daughters 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.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Sense and Sensibility. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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