HottWwjdIam There is just so much movie here. For some it may be too much. But in the same secretly sarcastic way most telemarketers say the phrase, the title of this one is particularly apt.

Guillelmina The film's masterful storytelling did its job. The message was clear. No need to overdo.

Marva It is an exhilarating, distressing, funny and profound film, with one of the more memorable film scores in years,

Cheryl A clunky actioner with a handful of cool moments.

classicsoncall I'm not big on period films but this one held my attention well enough. I've seen Emma Thompson recently in a couple of Kenneth Branagh's Shakespearean adaptations, and have come to appreciate her talent in a way I haven't noticed before. The actor I couldn't quite endear myself to in this story was Hugh Grant. He seemed to have such a wimpy demeanor that it turned me off to his character. Not his fault probably, because director Ang Lee is calling the shots. Lee continually surprises me with films so disparate in which he's the guiding hand. How do you figure "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon", "Hulk" and "Life of Pi" were all directed by the same man who did the honors for this film? I'm at a loss to explain it.The other surprise for me in this picture was the presence of Alan Rickman. I've always associated him with more or less villain type roles, and it was interesting here to see him portray a compassionate sort of character. Even so, I can't come to grips with the chemistry that eventually brought Colonel Brandon and Kate Winslet's Marianne together. Nor for that matter, did Elinor (Thompson) seem like an obvious match for Edward Ferrars (Grant). But the story itself was told well, with kudos to Ms.Thompson for adapting Jane Austen's novel into a competent screenplay. It was almost like watching Shakespeare.

destinylives52 This adaptation of the Jane Austen novel of the same title stars Emma Thompson and Kate Winslet as two sisters with different personalities who do their best to manage suitors and a much downgraded lifestyle than they were accustomed to. Thompson is the eldest sister, reserved and growing an attachment to a man who cannot seem to express his intent toward her; and Winslet is the headstrong, passionate sister who rushes into a romantic relationship with a man who is as passionate and lively as she, but spurns the affections of an older, emotionally reserved man. The secrets of the suitors will eventually be brought to light, and how the sisters handle these secrets will either destroy or uplift them.My most memorable, movie moment of "Sense And Sensibility" is the scene when Thomson's love interest tells her the full story of why he did the things he did, and how he wants to proceed in the immediate future. I realize it's a bland recounting, but it was done to not spoil what I consider the most dramatic part of the movie.Everything about this movie is superb…except the running time. At 136 minutes, parts of Austen's novel had to be cut and/or trimmed down; and when you do that, it obviously damages the story. For those who think this adaptation is amazing as it stands, I suggest you watch the near 3 hour BBC version which deserves an A+ rating.Mannysmemorablemoviemoments

JLRVancouver 1995's "Sense and Sensibility" is lovely look at the mores and manners of Regency England (at least as seen through the eyes of Jane Austin and scriptwriter Emma Thompson). The production is outstanding as is the script and the acting, especially Kate Winslet and Alan Rickman (and in a much smaller role, Hugh Laurie). I'm new to Austin's writings and the film versions of her books, but I thoroughly enjoyed this film.

ritu_ruch Sense and sensibility is the definition of perfection and of the best film ever made based on a book.Jane austen would be proud of such a brilliant adaptation.A film about the two sisters Elinor and Marriame primarily and how they are so different in their sensibilities while Elinor just doesn't express what she feels Marriame is the exact opposite saying everything that is in her mind.Ang Lee direction is a marvel and the set and costumes just are jaw dropping beautiful.Kate winslet, Ema Thompson, Alan rickman, Hugh Grant,Greg wise are just flawless with able support from the entire cast.Ema Thompson expressions and Kate winslet acting are worth every minute to watch.sense and sensibility is one of my favourite films which just blew me away with pure perfection.