The tensions for the affections of the Heywood sisters increase as the second season of Sanditon reaches its second half. It’s time for Lady Denham’s annual garden party. Colbourne finally ends his seclusion by going to the party and introducing his niece to society. However, he faces off against his old rival at the party. Captain Carter […]
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Sanditon – Season 2 Episode 3 Review
The second season of Sanditon has reached its halfway point. This episode has two love triangles, a contentious relationship, and the return of a troublesome character. Charlotte continues her job as a governess and she finds out more about Mr. Colbourne and his niece Augusta. Colonel Lennox attempts the woo Charlotte and he seems to be succeeding. […]
Sanditon Episode 8 Review
Sanditon has come to an end after eight episodes. After their ups-and-downs will Charlotte and Sidney finally find happiness together or will the Gods of fate conspirer against them again? The Regatta was a success, boosting Sanditon’s reputation as a seaside resort. It means preparations can be made for the Midsummer Ball. There are important changes […]
Sanditon Episode 7 Review
Sanditon has reached its penultimate episode and after the adventures in London the series has returned to more traditional territory for a period drama. It is time for the Regatta, the event that could make or break Sanditon as a trendy destination. It is especially important for Tom (Kris Marshall) because Lady Denham (Anna Reid) lies […]
Sanditon Episode 6 Review
The fifth episode of Sanditon ended with a big cliffhanger which served as a jumping-off point for episode six. An episode that is the least like other Jane Austen adaptations. Georgiana (Crystal Clarke) had been kidnapped and taken to London. Charlotte (Rose Williams) goes to the big, strange city to try and find her friend but finds […]
Sanditon – Episode 4 Review
After a slow start to the series the fourth episode of Sanditon ramps up the drama and stakes for the characters. Georgiana (Crystal Clarke) has arranged a secret rendezvous with her male friend from London, Otis (Jyuddah Jaymes). She ropes in Charlotte (Rose Williams) into helping her. The rivalry between Clara (Lily Sacofsky) and the Denham siblings […]
Sanditon Episode 3 Review
Following two episodes that established the setting and character dynamics the third picks up a gear as it builds upon these building blocks. Tom Parker (Kris Marshall) is desperate to make Sanditon into the go-to destination for the wealthy. His latest action is to bring in Doctor Fuchs (Adrian Scarborough), an expert in hydrotherapy and […]
Sanditon Episode 2 Review
The second episode of Sanditon sees more build-up of the various plotlines and sees a budding friendship between two of the main characters. The introduction of Miss Georgiana Lambe (Crystal Clarke) at the ball caused quite a stir in Sanditon. Lady Denham (Anne Reid) plans to host a luncheon in Miss Lambe’s honour, much to Miss Lambe’s […]
Sanditon Episode 1 Review
Costume dramas and classic literature adaptations are often a staple of British television. Sanditon was the latest example of this – an adaptation of Jane Austen’s unfinished novel. Charlotte Heywood (Rose Williams) was a young, attractive woman living on her family estate with 11 siblings. When a carriage crashes nearby the Heywoods help the occupants, Tom […]