I'm not comparing it to Thompson's Oscar-winning adaptation. They are both leading adaptations in their own right.
This is an exquisite TV series that has a quiet, mesmerizing tone to it. It's a joy to watch and I'm always compelled to revisit it.
I was so impressed with its Elinor. Hattie Morahan is an exceptional lead and a criminally overlooked actress I constantly hope will get the recognition she deserves. I am a little annoyed she is not given top-billing on IMDB as the lead - Cooper is - to me that's unfair. Morahan's Elinor is compelling, vulnerable, noble and loving with a great resilience that adds to and justifies her rational, practical nature. Elinor's struggle is captured magnificently in her nuanced performance. I watch it again and again. Her presence is enchanting.
Charity Wakefield was not a name or face I had seen before and I was delighted to discover her career. Marianne has been a character I've always struggled to like from the book and other adaptations. Here, Wakefield came into her own at the end and handled Marianne's change of heart (which is quite demanding on every actress who endeavours to play her) in a credible and satisfying way. Her unique chemistry with Morahan strengthened the dynamic of their shared scenes and added a credible dimension to their relationship which I thoroughly enjoyed.
With the likes of Dan Stevens, Janet McTeer, Claire Skinner, David Morrissey, Dominic Cooper, Mark Williams, Linda Bassett, Lucy Boynton and breakout turns from Anna Madeley and Daisy Haggard - the ensemble was perfectly cast. They created a world I was happy to believe in. Claire Skinner is a fabulous actress and real treat in this film - she was made for the role.
David Morrissey hit it out of the park with a wonderful turn as Colonel Brandon. I love that character so much and he did more than do the character justice. He was a joy to watch.
This series has a lot to offer anyone new to Austen's works and to avid readers wanting to enjoy an enchanting take on Sense and Sensibility.
It is unfair how much this is overlooked. It deserves your time. I hope it is discovered by more people and doesn't become a forgotten gem.
This is an exquisite TV series that has a quiet, mesmerizing tone to it. It's a joy to watch and I'm always compelled to revisit it.
I was so impressed with its Elinor. Hattie Morahan is an exceptional lead and a criminally overlooked actress I constantly hope will get the recognition she deserves. I am a little annoyed she is not given top-billing on IMDB as the lead - Cooper is - to me that's unfair. Morahan's Elinor is compelling, vulnerable, noble and loving with a great resilience that adds to and justifies her rational, practical nature. Elinor's struggle is captured magnificently in her nuanced performance. I watch it again and again. Her presence is enchanting.
Charity Wakefield was not a name or face I had seen before and I was delighted to discover her career. Marianne has been a character I've always struggled to like from the book and other adaptations. Here, Wakefield came into her own at the end and handled Marianne's change of heart (which is quite demanding on every actress who endeavours to play her) in a credible and satisfying way. Her unique chemistry with Morahan strengthened the dynamic of their shared scenes and added a credible dimension to their relationship which I thoroughly enjoyed.
With the likes of Dan Stevens, Janet McTeer, Claire Skinner, David Morrissey, Dominic Cooper, Mark Williams, Linda Bassett, Lucy Boynton and breakout turns from Anna Madeley and Daisy Haggard - the ensemble was perfectly cast. They created a world I was happy to believe in. Claire Skinner is a fabulous actress and real treat in this film - she was made for the role.
David Morrissey hit it out of the park with a wonderful turn as Colonel Brandon. I love that character so much and he did more than do the character justice. He was a joy to watch.
This series has a lot to offer anyone new to Austen's works and to avid readers wanting to enjoy an enchanting take on Sense and Sensibility.
It is unfair how much this is overlooked. It deserves your time. I hope it is discovered by more people and doesn't become a forgotten gem.