The Remains of the Day / Sense & Sensibility

Sense and Sensibility is a favorite of mine, but my copy had disappeared. This is a feel-good movie for me, so I had to replace it. Remains of the Day was one I had never seen before but always wanted to, so this duo of Emma Thompson movies was a bargain."Sense" is a slow moving tale of the Dashwood sisters, Eleonore, Maryanne and Margaret; who's father has just passed away leaving them without a "dowry" thus greatly reducing the likelihood that either of the girls will be able to make a good marriage. Set in Regency England when social interactions, marriage and social standing were governed by very strict rules the plot thickens continuously as the possible suitors come and go. This moving story leaves you hanging till the very end when you actually learn who the two eldest sisters, Eleonore and Maryanne will marry."Remains" is even slower; a sophisticated story of two people serving as butler [Anthony Hopkins] and head housekeeper [Emma Thompson] on a wealthy estate in early 1900's England. Their un-confessed feelings for each other create a stressful work environment and ultimately leads the housekeeper to make a rash decision which will affect both their happiness for the rest of their lives. Good for a rainy day for a British Period Drama fan; especially when combined with a big bowl of popcorn.

"Remains" is a great movie, but only if you have read the book. When I saw it upon release, it made no sense, as I hadn't read it. With an extremely subtle story (no physical action), and the going back-and-forth in time, it is hard to follow. However, with Ishiguro's receiving of the Nobel for Lit this year, I finally read the book. Then I found the film to be very enjoyable. In the extras you will see that Ishiguro worked very closely with Merchant Ivory productions on this. "Sense" was a good production as well. I was happy with the service, delivery, and product condition.

The ONLY reason I gave this 5 stars was for the movie, Sense and Sensibility. I hadn't seen Remains of the Day before receiving this.... truth be known if I had, I would have only purchase the single DVD of Sense. However, I did get a great deal on the double feature (which was on 2 DVDs) as it was only 49 cents more for both than the single movie.I TRIED to like Remains, but just couldn't get caught up in it and I won't even go into the ending. Meanwhile I'm absolutely happy that I finally have my own copy of Sense and Sensibility.... I really enjoy the hopeless love stories that have happy endings!!!

The movies were in good condition upon arrival. Packaging was in excellent condition. Movies themselves are ok as well depending 0n personal taste.

Remains of the Day reflects its historical context between wars I and II. The sub-plots and plotters keep your attention. I appreciate Emma Thompson in any film. Anthony Hopkins is seemingly effortless in this role of a butler who has learned to serve with reserved dispassion and to tolerate no private drama.. The characters, the house, the events are quietly riveting. Nice to see Christopher Reeve as "the American."Sense & Sensibility is the best film version of this Jane Austen novel. It is rich with costume, color, scenery, society, romance and romantic anguish, all presented with great actors doing great acting.

These are two of my favorite movies. Remains is a dark, longing movie of unrequieted love between servants who worked in a very structured environment never daring to break the rules. But the tension is intense and takes the movie to a wonderful time in history when people did the right thing by their employer first.Sense &Sensibility is about two sisters who love "out of their league" in a time when marrying for money was foremost, not something to be whispered about. And the twists and turns and terribly painful circumstances the girls find themselves in onlyadd to the drama. Even my husband loved this "chick flick" when he finally sat down and got into it.Both movies are spell-binding.

The Remains of the Day/Sense and Sensibility: I saw these PBS episodes again, for the first time. First time around, I missed much of what was said, and many of the subtleties of the plot. This time I enjoyed both episodes immensely. If you liked these two the first time, your will enjoy them again.

Two movies: both enjoyablePrice: right for the setDVD condition: excellentDelivery: excellent

Sense and Sensibility is a wonderful movie that I have seen multiple times. Absolutely a classic and a phenomenal job by Emma Thompson for her screenplay. And a much loved Jane Austen classic. A must see movie!!!The Remains of the Day: Magnificent in all ways. A love story that tugs at the heart strings and brilliantly acted by extremely talented people. It’s very engrossing. Another must see movie! Terrific buy with both movies in one!!

Good dvds, reasonably priced

Excellent ROI.

Two very high quality, beautiful, touching movies. Emma Thompson always gives us brilliant performances.

Both are excellent productions. I especially like this production of Sense & Sensibility.