Sense and Sensibility

In early nineteenth-century England, the world of Elinor and Marianne Dashwood is turned upside down when their father’s sudden death costs them not only their home but also their social standing. Subject to the rigid conventions of a class-conscious society where financial independence for women is virtually non-existent, the two sisters seek happiness in their own distinct ways. Elinor arms herself with reason and calm composure, while Marianne throws herself wholeheartedly into fiery passion and romance. Jane Austen’s work possesses a timeless magic; through sharp observations and sparkling wit, she lays bare the intricacies of the human soul. The familiar Sense and Sensibility offers a witty and relatable portrait of reason, emotion, and the unbreakable bond between two sisters.

Sense and Sensibility is the second feature film by director Georgia Oakley and premiered in London this year. The film is based on Jane Austen’s 1811 novel, which was previously adapted for the screen in 1995 by director Ang Lee—a film that won an Oscar and received six additional nominations.