Sense and Sensibility

After their father passes away, the Dashwood women are forced to leave their family estate in Sussex because the inheritance goes to their half-brother. Relocating to a modest cottage, sisters Elinor and Marianne must navigate financial hardship and the strict expectations of their society. The two women possess contrasting personalities, as Elinor relies on logic and emotional restraint while Marianne is guided by passion and impulse. As they encounter various suitors, including Edward Ferrars, John Willoughby, and Colonel Brandon, the sisters face the trials of first love while relying on their strong familial bond.

This romantic drama was directed by Georgia Oakley, following her 2023 film Blue Jean. The screenplay was written by Diana Reid, and the production was a collaboration between Focus Features, Working Title Films, November Pictures, and Kiddo Films. The movie stars Daisy Edgar-Jones as Elinor Dashwood and Esmé Creed-Miles as Marianne Dashwood, supported by Caitríona Balfe, Bodhi Rae Breathnach, Frank Dillane, and George MacKay. With a runtime of 132 minutes, the film is a joint production between the United Kingdom and the United States. The credited crew for the project consisted of 72 people.