Sense and Sensibility

Overview

A story of two sisters attempting to find happiness in the tightly structured society of 18th century England. Elinor, disciplined, restrained and very conscious of the manners of the day, represents sense. Outspoken, impetuous, emotional Marianne represents sensibility.

Created by Martin Lisemore

Network

• BBC Two

Seasons & Episodes

Cast

• 

  Joanna David

  Elinor Dashwood

  4 eps

• 

  Ciaran Madden

  Marianne Dashwood

  4 eps

• 

  Patricia Routledge

  Mrs. Jennings

  4 eps

• 

  Clive Francis

  John Willoughby

  4 eps

Themes

• london, england
• england
• based on novel or book
• class differences
• period drama
• 19th century
• sister sister relationship

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