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Daisy Edgar-Jones' Irish Roots Inspired Sense and Sensibility Role
22 Sep
Summary
- Childhood summers in Fermanagh fields inspired acting role.
- Actress Daisy Edgar-Jones has strong family ties to Northern Ireland.
- Jane Austen's novel 'Sense and Sensibility' published in 1811.
Actress Daisy Edgar-Jones credits childhood summers spent in the fields of County Fermanagh with shaping her portrayal of Elinor Dashwood in Jane Austen's 'Sense and Sensibility.' These experiences, occurring two decades prior to her role, resonate with the character's journey. Edgar-Jones, whose mother hails from County Down, recalls long summers filled with wandering under vast skies, a feeling she found mirrored in Elinor's story.
Edgar-Jones expressed her fondness for Ireland, stating she always feels welcome due to the incredible people. Her connection to the country is deep-rooted, having filmed the hit drama 'Normal People' there for five months prior to this role. 'Sense and Sensibility,' first published in 1811, has seen numerous adaptations, with the 1995 film starring Kate Winslet and Emma Thompson being particularly renowned.
The novel, a tale of sisterhood and romance, follows the Dashwood sisters as they navigate financial hardship and seek husbands after their father's death, forcing them to relocate to a modest cottage. The recent film adaptation was produced by Focus Features and Working Title.
