Left penniless after their fathers death Elinor & Marianne Dashwood face an uncertain future. They need to marry well if they are to retain their comfortable existence but as Mariannes impulsive behaviour leaves her open to gossip & innuendo so does Elinors sensitivity to social conventions lead her to conceal her own romantic ambitions. With a number of possible suitors
- the intelligent & charming Mr Edward Ferrars the handsome Mr John Willoughby & the more thoughtful & compassionate Colonel Brandon
- they seem to have there share of options. But are they all they appear can sisters find happiness in a society where status & money govern the rules of love?