The one thing that strikes you first about this series is how beautiful it is because of the brilliant cinematography.
The series also makes the tale complex by introducing themes of colonialism, slavery, and class oppression. Though the plot is a comedy in the sense that the ending is happy, yet this happiness seems to be forced. This is because Mr. Wilcox is an out and out hypocrite, and yet Margaret and Helen ends up seeking his protection --a tragedy reinforced by the patriarchal society. The prostitute, Jackie is exploited by Mr. Wilcox. Mr. Wilcox hides from Margaret that she is the rightful owner of Howards End, and he is instrumental in the killing of Mr. Bast.
Hayley Atwell as Margaret seemed a bit constricted, as did Joseph Quinn as Leonard Bast. I adored Philippa Coulthard's powerful acting in the role of Helen.
The series also makes the tale complex by introducing themes of colonialism, slavery, and class oppression. Though the plot is a comedy in the sense that the ending is happy, yet this happiness seems to be forced. This is because Mr. Wilcox is an out and out hypocrite, and yet Margaret and Helen ends up seeking his protection --a tragedy reinforced by the patriarchal society. The prostitute, Jackie is exploited by Mr. Wilcox. Mr. Wilcox hides from Margaret that she is the rightful owner of Howards End, and he is instrumental in the killing of Mr. Bast.
Hayley Atwell as Margaret seemed a bit constricted, as did Joseph Quinn as Leonard Bast. I adored Philippa Coulthard's powerful acting in the role of Helen.