Sense and Sensibility (1971): This early colour production of Jane Austen's novel has some strong casting (Joanna David as Elinor, Robin Ellis as Edward Ferrars, Clive Francis as Willoughby, Patricia Routledge as Mrs Jennings) and stays reasonably close to the novel, although the third Dashwood daughter, Margaret, does not appear. All the main events of the novel are here, and portrayed very well; despite the low budget this production also boasts some effective costumes and uses color well. In comparison to other versions, this stands up well but perhaps the most recent television version is stronger, and the Emma Thompson film more sumptuous.

Starring:

Ciaran Madden, Clifford Parrish, Clive Francis, David Belcher, Esme Church, Frances Cuka, Isabel Dean, Jo Kendall, Joanna David, Kay Gallie, Maggie Jones, Michael Aldridge, Milton Johns, Mischa De La Motte, Patricia Routledge, Peter Laird, Richard Owens, Robin Ellis, Sheila Ballantine

Genre:

Drama, Romance