Sense and Sensibility is about a family devastated by the loss of their father, Father Dashwood. Since the family is from the father's second marriage, his son from his first marriage inherits all of the property and money, leaving very little money and no house for the stepmother and her three daughters. When the brother Dashwood goes to his family to offer financial aid, his wife talks him out of it. The stepmother and daughters Dashwood move in with extended family until the daughters can be married off. There are a series of ups and downs surrounding the daughters finding love, but in the end everyone ends up where they need to.
This film demonstrates the sacrifices one makes for love, and also the terrible circumstances that can prevent one from what they desire. Courtship and marriage between couples were arranged based on the 18th century standards. One couldn't always marry for love, but for security and class.
The cast is outstanding! Emma Thompson, Kate Winslet, Hugh Grant, Hugh Laurie, Alan Rickman, among others. Everyone was at the top of their game, but I do have a problem with how the men were portrayed in this film. I'm not quite sure if it was period accurate as to how men behaved, but they were awfully stiff and unnatural. Hugh Grant was especially awkward throughout the film. We've seen him perform better since, I just wish the men had more personality. Although, for the character of Willoughby, it was discussed in the film that his extravagant behavior was not that of a gentleman. Even Alan Rickman displayed more emotion and dimension in his character Col. Brandon.
Otherwise this film is one of the greatest ever made. Definitely worth a look!
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