Ah,Jane Austen.
The 19th century author has penned some of the world’s most enduring love stories.
StarringAmanda RootandCiaran Hindsin its lead roles,Persuasiontells Austen’s most mature story with beautiful subtlety.
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The film followsAnne Elliot(Root), a27-year-old who has already been through heartbreak.
Now, Anne is more jaded and cautious about love.
She has grown quieter, and her friends and family remark that she seems melancholy.
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Donald Sutherland plays Mr. Bennet, the paterfamilias of the Bennet family in Joe Wright’s magnificent 2005 adaptation.
Even with its humorous elements,Persuasionhas a distinctly autumnal vibe.
The film also features BAFTA-winning costume design by the legendaryAlexandra Byrne.
Root and Hinds play their characters awkward re-acquaintance with great subtlety.
Meanwhile, they arehanging onto each others words.
This film explores the silent pain of longing so perfectly.
Persuasionis available to watch on Tubi.
