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One of the best Ismail Merchant/James Ivory films, this adaptation of E. M. Forster's classic 1910 novel shows in careful detail the injuriously rigid British class consciousness of the early 20th century. The film's catalyst is poor relation Margaret Schlegel (Emma Thompson), who inherits part of the estate of Ruth Wilcox (.. Read more
| Starring | Anthony Hopkins, Prunella Scales, Vanessa Redgrave, Emma Thompson |
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| Director | James Ivory |
| Genres | Drama |
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Solid adaptation in true Merchant & Ivory style
This is very much a slow-burner of a film. It moves at a leisurely pace, for much of the first half following three largely separate plot threads. Hopkins, the ... read more »
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Howard's End (1992)
This is one of the best period dramas I have ever watched. ....................
If you can sit for 2 1/2 hours it is definitely worth it.
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Dedicated watching
Although this film appears slow-moving it is ultimately very rewarding. Well worth watching, and definately all the better for the careful unfolding of the plot... read more »
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Intelligent and dramatic
A film that really draws you into the story. Full of insights and surprises. One of the best costume period dramas you'll see.
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Justin Wickham
A wonderful film costume drama. Warming and touching with a great cast.
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The best lovies movie ever
A great performance from all in this movie.
I enjoyed the colour, photography, costume and language.
Why can't we have more films like... read more »
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Sumptuous is the word
A film to wallow in, all you lovers of the Edwardian age. Howards End has everything, from incredibly recreated period feel to majestic performances from all ... read more »
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Put away your period drama prejudices
Dramatisation of an EM Forster novel. Although the film didn't quite have the same intensity as Sense And Sensibility it was still an interesting portrayal ... read more »
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I've always wanted to watch this movie and was thrilled when it arrived... moments after sitting down to watch it I was twitching and fidgeting and ... read more »
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Stands the test of time.
Fantastically beautiful film. Romantic and moving. Incredible cinematography.