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Persuasion
1995 104 min France, United Kingdom, United States of America PG 12+
★7.5
Drama, Romance
Director: Roger Michell
🎭 Based on
«Persuasion»
byJane Austen
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Description
In early 19th-century England, dire financial straits reacquaint the aristocratic Anne Elliot with her wealthy ex-fiance Frederick Wentworth. The two must choose between either putting the past behind them or listening to their hearts.
Budget:
$1.5M
US Gross:
$5.27M
Worldwide:
$5.27M
Starring
Amanda Root
Actor
Ciarán Hinds
Actor
Susan Fleetwood
Actor
Awards
Won 5 BAFTA 7 wins & 2 nominations total
Key opinion
This 1995 adaptation of Persuasion is frequently praised for its commitment to the novel's melancholic tone and its authentic depiction of 19th-century manners. While many viewers appreciate its grounded approach, opinions remain polarized regarding the lead performances and the chemistry between the central couple.
| Theme | The film excels at capturing the melancholic, somber atmosphere of Jane Austen’s original novel. | |
| Production | Production design and costume work provide an authentic and grounded representation of the period. | |
| Acting | The supporting cast, particularly the portrayal of the Elliot family's snobbery and selfishness, provides a rich, well-developed social backdrop. | |
| Acting | Amanda Root's performance effectively conveys Anne's internal turmoil and psychological state through subtle, non-verbal acting. | |
| Acting | The portrayal of Captain Wentworth by Ciarán Hinds divides audiences; some find his understated, intense performance compelling, while others view it as lacking necessary romance and warmth. | |
| Adaptation | The adaptation's fidelity to the source material is contested; some appreciate the faithful translation of the book's gloom, while others criticize specific deviations or characterizations as inconsistent with the spirit of the novel. |