Let's watch the announcement of the series Sanditon Season 2 Episode 5. Miss Charlotte Heywood: of Willingden, Sussex. Or does she know something more sinister about him? The actors did an amazing job. Charlotte is stunned, however. We then see her saying goodbye to the Palmer family and leaving Sanditon in a lovely carriage pulled by four magnificent horses. Sigh After reading through the comments, I realize that, while there are plenty of plot strands which could be developed for a second season, none of them draws my interest as much as the Sidney/Charlotte one and that one has, failing another DEM, is DOA. Its been a pleasure reading your thoughts, pro, con, or indifferent. sat on his steed in regret as he watched his Marianne marry Colonel Brandon. I know Rose Williams rather liked the ending with the man ending up in a marriage of financial convenience, whereas, it was pretty much always women who ended up that way, and I can truly appreciate that little twist of fate here, but I was still bummed out by the ending. If you market a series as Austen then you know in advance how it is supposed end. This isnt Jane Austen, although some of the characters were likeable. I didnt edit very well either! I enjoy reading your comments through the years on this blog. Notes and references Vic dislikes a few things I liked very much or doesnt mention them. Sanditon (1817) is an unfinished novel by the English writer Jane Austen.In January 1817, Austen began work on a new novel she called The Brothers, later titled Sanditon, and completed eleven chapters before stopping work in mid-March 1817, probably because of illness. He sees her as well. Sanditon has been some kind of a revelation for me, I havent figured it all out yet. Most galling, to me, was the final scene. Here's everything you know about plot, cast, director, filming location and more! I watched 8 hours for this ending? I hope a second season is proposed to satisfy. This is not looking good. The TV series Sanditon has a total of eight episodes. I had hopes for this one, but then the news came out of Great Britain last fall and my hopes were dashed. And as written it seems Charlotte may after all marry Mr Stringer as Esther has married Babington and maybe Sidney will marry Eliza all pragmatic. Sorry about the duplication my computer is acting up. Click on image. What can a second series do? Ending the whole series with Charlotte crying by herself in a carriage was inconsistent with her general character and just depressing when she could have stood up for herself. Otherwise, Sanditon season 2 wrapped up its major storylines: Alison married Captain Fraser, Tom and Arthur Parker finally got Colonel Lennox to pay the money he owed to the town, Georgiana learned that Charles Lockhart was the fiend scheming to marry her for her fortune, and Sir Edward Denham is now being punished by Lady Denham for his cruel His attitude towards us is disrespectful. I wish Sanditon had been marketed to us as a mini soap opera version of a Jane Austen classic romance rather than a continuation of an unfinished novel. Sanditon is back! Sidney rides off in the sunset to London to find funds. (Gasp!) Please us all with the follow on, not forgetting the present cast which were all so well chosen. He does not deserve being all right. Later in the series, Georgiana gets kidnapped to be a man's wife because Otis had mentioned her when he had debts to pay, and after she is safetly back home she breaks it off with Otis because she can't trust him anymore. Sanditon Season 2 hit the ground running quickly enough that fans might not really have the time to linger too much on Sidney's absence, and a lot of that has to do with the new characters. None of my friends watch Masterpiece and I have no one to share my grief with. He drops Charlotte, whom he clearly loves as dearly as Willoughby loves Marianne, not to maintain an extravagant lifestyle for himself but to keep his family from bankruptcy (brought on by their reckless pursuit of great success). It would have made a perfect, mutually beneficial marriage of convenience if they had married. I too am glad for Esther and Im glad Edward is ejected. However, we do accept and keep books and CDs to review. Recall that he trotted out Otis to say goodbye to you. Due to SPAM, we will no longer accept comments on posts after 30 days of publication. It will have to go some to beat the BBCs version with Romola Garai. In both I find excellent casting/acting, authentic to the period, and a true Austen interpretation. Overall, Im somewhat indignant that this series is labelled as having anything to do with Jane Austen. I suffered through 8 episodes so I could watch Sidney throw Charlotte over for that pretentious twit of a widow? If you thought that ending would make viewers happy, you deserve a smack in the head from Jane Austen. (And so super gorgeous!) If there *is* a season 2, I will go into with lowered expectations for what this story should look/feel/sound/be like and Id try to actually enjoy it. In your comments you write independentcourted by men which is fully understood by women of the 21st Century. Tensions surround Miss Lambe's arrival in Sanditon. Wed have to watch it, and it wouldnt be any better than this season, which was quite painful. James Stringer is aghast at the loss of his father, and he recalls his angry last words with profound regret. She is just there because they paid this actress. His stupidity and naivet are revealed when Sidney uncovers his true crimenot investing in insurance to save a few quid. Exactly. I absolutely LOVED Sanditon and it rivals Persuasion as my favorite work of Jane Austen. This denouement is occurring too soon! Sanditon introduces a delicious cast of supporting characters, including Miss Georgiana Lambe (Crystal Clarke), the first significant person of color in an Austen work, and Miss Lambe's. In ancient Greek theatre, this DEM device came in the form of an angel or god of sorts lowered onto a stage who would save the protagonists. As to Sydney, what a waste of an opportunity to create a kind of Tilney/Darcy hybrid that was gently suggested by his enticingly brief entrance in the novel. i find the end of episode 8 to be unfulfilling, to say the least, maddening and a tease, at best. Eight episodes of a mini-series deserve a thorough discussion of the finale. (Yes, we are fallible. Sidney and Tom would not have included have listened to, not included her in their financial discussions, she wouldnt have been able to visit Stringers home (many times!) However, she's not alone. Well said, and funny too. Well, clearly, we move onto Charlotte Bront. He's so dreamy. Terrible! Sidneys words turn Charlotte into a boneless mass of compliance. Thanks so much. You cant give yourself to someone you dont love just because were the most foolish family on earth. Are they all really so selfish, unfeeling, and stupid in the end? I find the Outlander series vastly superior: why? She is from Antigua, and her father, before passing, left Mr Sidney Parker to be her legal guardian. I have adored Jane Austen almost all of my life. Here's the official season 2 synopsis: "The drama will continue to follow the high-spirited and independent heroine, Charlotte Heywood (Rose Williams) as she returns to the picturesque coastal. Still, I had a rollicking good time and hope to see at least one new episode. Sanditon is back for season 2! Each season was packaged in a tidy bow. I agree. Why not poor Charlotte? Sidney expresses interest in joining her in her perambulations. No matter where she's from. James is beside himself with grief and regret. Preparing a series 1 with only the *hopes* of there being money available to pay for a season 2 is much like the Parkers building a seaside town without any insurance or visitors. Presuming says lambe if no legal heir it goes to Lockhart and he is gonna try and show that g is not legal heir hence the search for alive g mom who shows up with legal documents etc. I think they could have been very good friends. Miss Lambe gave him a conspiratorial smile. Charlotte and Sidney soldier on, exchanging polite conversation. Vic, thanks for all the summaries and dissections. Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window), Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window), Click to share on Reddit (Opens in new window), Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window), Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window), Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window), Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window), Earning the right to complete Sanditon: Originally a competition for Austens Nephews and Nieces, by ChrisBrindle, Follow Jane Austen's World on WordPress.com, Praying With Jane: 31 Days Through the Prayers of Jane Austen. Mr. Davies has honored her in the Sanditon mini-series. I did enjoy the Esther + Lord Babington storyline. So the series is highly inconsistent and that goes with having different writers. What are you up to with Charlotte? Unfortunately, a dance in formation can take up a considerable amount of time and Sidney will have to bide his time before he can talk to his sweet Charlotte. i am praying there will be either a second set to this series or, at least a final tying up of so many loose strings. Disclaimer: Our team makes no profit from this blog. Well done you, Lord Babb. I agree that the Sidney character as written by the Davies team comes nowhere near Austens heroes, because, as you say, he is written with a lack of wit. I quite agree with you Dcupton poor Mr Davies is deluding himself. The worker men would nit have been allowed in the gentlemans rowing contest. they will sometimesspend (really) 10 minutes on a interlude; they give time to dialogues to develop and we get real thought from the characters. Oh wait, I am mistaken, that is not a good mini series, that is the best! Perhaps we should plan a simple country wedding. So please bring us a 2nd Season! A chance accident brings Charlotte Heywood to Sanditon, a seaside resort on the cusp of dramatic change. There are even more items that could be considered. We just dont want to let go of the delightful, charming and exciting characters we have grown to love. As James and Charlotte dance, he tells her hes found an excellent situation in London as an apprentice. Regency manners require her to accept this invitation or bow out from dancing for the rest of the evening. The next thing we know, someone yells, Fire! Poor Mr. Stringer is toast. I actually loved Esthers character and glad she and her Lord got a happy ending. The show can be watched on PBA stations in the US and have a total of eight episodes available. I completely agree that there should have been more Tilney in Sidney. I am in agreeance with the comments here; as they say, shared sorrow is half sorrow. Im hoping the plan for Season 2 is that Georgiana will offer to lend the money for rebuilding Sanditon, provided the insurance is purchased this time, so that her friend Charlotte will have her love, in Sidney. ;-), Sorry for the duplicationmy computer is acting up. Charlotte and Sidney clash over Miss Lambe's illicit meeting with Otis. I understand. I do hope they come back for a second season. Sidney and Charlotte should be together. Charlotte . Write the powers that be. I am of the belief that tall, dark and dashing jolly well ought to come with good manners even when he hasnt fallen in love with the girl. "Do we have a rebel in our midst, Captain Fraser?". Im willing to swallow a lot of bitter stuff provided Im rewarded at the end. I wouldnt mind if the series ended there its more probable. But I WILL read the eleven chapters that Jane Austen wrote. Austen fans are likely quite familiar with Sense and Sensibility, Emma and Pride and Prejudice, but many may not. As i am firmly Team Stringer, i dont really mind that Sidney Parker is henceforth unavailablealways excepting an early widowhood, possibly his wife will die in childbed and he will make haste to provide his infant daughter with a kindly stepmother and his feckless elder brother with a fortune to squander. And she enjoyed her independence. The first 7 episodes of Sanditon made me believe Davies was treating his adaptation in the style and parameters of Austens other works. That is what I call a good mini series. The first in a painting class to demonstrate her rebelliousness, and the other in a scene with Sidney to show her contrition for bad behavior. The couple meanders along the Downs, lost in tender emotions and lust. I am sure something happens and Sidney becomes free to be with Charlotte. Charlottes heart beats as fast as mine. Dont give yourself airs, says Lady D, You havent got my money yet! Loved the mini series but so disappointed work how it ended! I can hope that after all Charlotte marries Mr Stringer and like Esther learns to love her worthy kind consistent tender hard-working husband. Is there no hope? A general critique of the whole series is they dont trust us for a moment not to be bored. Are you kidding me! I envision Charlotte choosing Austens path of remaining independent. Hes a talented, hard-working earnest character, but I understand how these novels work. Barnum from the greatest showman, terrible). Go over and play the piano. This is NOT Jane Austen! Before we rush to the comment section to share our opinions, lets analyze the final show. I do think they should ditch drippy Charlotte and Sidney and give us the adventures of Lord and Lady B, possibly in company with Miss Lambe and Mr Arthur Parker, with wicked Sir Edward lurking in the shadows. Posted in Jane Austen Sequels, Jane Austen's World, PBS Movie Adaptation, Sanditon | Tagged Epi;sode 8: sanditon, Poll | 136 Comments. I like the combination of Sydney and Charlotte and as an interesting and unexpected love growing for him and for her, it is rather a shock for him because I think its something he has never experienced before- lets face it Mrs. Eliza Campion is simply incapable of making him feel and think like this and drawing out his real self.. Please believe me there was no other way to resolve Toms situation. I am thinking of Persuasion now, and though this is a reverse situation, where the man chooses to marry for money (for whatever reason) instead of for the love of his life there arises an opportunity for a do over. That is a plausible ending if there is another episode for Sanditon. The Parkers combined resources cannot cover the disastrous cost of 80,000, or 6,323,574.23 in todays money. This blog is a personal blog written and edited by me and my team. The viewers were cheated. THATS IT?! In many cases if you married for love you were quite destined to be poor for all your life. Austen is rolling over in her grave exactly what I told my mom while watching this episode. I found it odd that with all the Parkers money troubles no one thought, even for a minute, of Miss Lambes 100,000, considering that she was under Sidneys control. And for your lovely salutation. And that version of Sidney (rather more Tilney than Darcy) is far more appealing to me :-). Miss Lambe is a seventeen-year-old girl brought to Sanditon by Mrs. Griffiths, along with two Miss Beauforts. She and Sidney would not have been allowed to roam the countryside alone, Tom would not have been allowed to wander town and try and charm the Prince Regents special lady in shirtsleeves without a jacket on!!! Charlotte/Sidney/James Springer dance to the same music as Marianne Dashwood/Willoughby/Col. We do deserve one more episode. Now, gentle reader, its your turn to vent, either in the comment section or in this poll. One thing we do all have in common, though is our love for Jane Austens writing. Vic Sanborn, founder of this blog, is supported by a team of talented and knowledgeable writers about Jane Austen and the Regency era. Just a couple of comments for the moment. Will Arthur win Miss Lambes hand, or did his final speech imply he was gay? Thats it? Vic, a few descriptive words and statements and phrases such as: brash, exuberant, rough round the edges, a good laugh, I fell about in stitches at some of the dialogue, I enjoyed it. After Lord Babbs weddng to Esther, Lady D turns to Charlotte. Up until then, had we ever seen Arthur and Georgiana together? My idea of a good mini series is the dialogue of clever, well informed characters, who have a great deal of good conversation, true to original writings. Tensions surrounding Miss Lambe's arrival in Sanditon erupt at Lady Denham's grand pineapple luncheon. Miss Lambe is a young lady-probably a niece-under Mrs. Griffiths' care, richer than all the rest, and very delicate health. I wouldnt mind if it came back but would be very unhappy if Charlotte did not marry Stringer. :). All your thoughts about the series make sense. James, such a sweet and likable character, stomps out, calling his father a miserable old man. Loved the usual Austen story. He leaves his friend as soon as he sees Lady D and Esther enter the ball room, fashionably late as great ladies were wont to do. Sanditon Episode 3. He is a weak attempt at Janes magnificent Mr. Darcy and lacks the character of Wentworth. Wheres Mr knightly when u need him?? She and Charlotte chatter like close girlfriends are wont to do, giggling and exchanging highly personal information. Sidney, you may think that a woman is there for you to use for pleasure or money, to play games with or exploit. This ending makes me rethink wanting to watch another Davies production. Turlough Convery as Arthur Denham in "Sanditon" (Red Planet/PBS) Someone else who is taken in by Lockhart is Arthur Parker (Turlough Convery). What happens to Miss Lambe in Sanditon? As I feel that at no point did the writers make me truly believe in Georgiana or Otis, I dont know what I want for her. Except for the first two episodes, the seaside resort was used primarily as backdrop for Toms crazy ideas. James revealed the news Friday on social . Sanditon Season 3 opens with Charlotte Heywood returning to Sanditon for her best friend Georgiana Lambe's (Crystal Clarke) 21st birthday. She basically calls him a wuss and says: You are the worlds worst carriage driver., Why not? As she drives the horses even faster we gain insight into their future relationship. Frightfully decent of them. Ill be back in a week.. Shown from left to right: Charlotte Heywood (ROSE WILLIAMS) and Georgiana Lambe (CRYSTAL CLARKE) in SANDITON Season 2 On MASTERPIECE, Sundays, March 20 - April 24, 2022 on PBS. He hies back to Sanditon several weeks after his departure, causing ulcers and sleepless nights for kith and kin. All wrapped up, tidy, and happy! If we had a season two to look forward I really do think wed get something happy out of it but we will never know. With time and a little more character development she would come to understand it better. I have loved reading your perspectives. I wish you every happiness, she says like an automaton. (Thanks, Robert Rodi for the title, which I borrowed from your book.). And then it changed me. Shortly afterwards, a maid brought them coffee and they were joined by Lord Babington, a friendly-looking man in his mid-thirties. My, oh, my! Also, I kept wishing Charlotte would put on a hat. Not nearly so much fun I think. Charlotte is, understandably, in a period of mourning so that the audience can commiserate. Then Charlotte drops a bombshell Sidney is a wonderful man. Miss Georgiana Lambe: "The wealthy heiress Georgiana Lambe who came to Sanditon she was Sidney's ward. Ill imagine your ending instead! What is the matter with you?. 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Its dramaturgy reminded me of the new Poldark. Its wrenching to see a story end in the middle. But why did the siblings not council Sidney who they all knew now loved Charlotte, No, dont go to Lady Campion. generalgtony Understandably, Miss Heywood remains haunted by the final words Sidney spoke to her, which Sanditon echoes to the audience by using . She's come with her farmer. Gosh, gee, golly, Polly, thank you for the compliment. Please, no second season, no final episode One season was painful enough Thanks again! Her role was more as an observer. No, noplease not another season. Willoughby is said to be a man resembling the hero of a favourite story', just as Sidney is handsome and sexy. Thoughts of Sidneys sweet talk and proposal interruptus swirl in her head. Then comes the piece de resistance in romance dialoguesIf Ive changed at all it is in no small part down to you. More fool she. His character should have and could have become so much better! Crystal. The neglected tombstone found in an overgrown burial ground. In series 2, he would most certainly have a comeuppance and be taken to task for his sheer stupidity and foolhardy regard to other peoples money.
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