i watch 40 minute and couldn not bear it any longer the television go off and i return to some light read lobotomy for beginner . it be hard to say what aspect of this production be most displeasing dialogue make up entirely of sound byte or the acting by number . it be difficult to determine the period in which the drama be suppose to take place . there be throw away reference to lord nelson and slavery but edmund and the cleric to be and play by blake ritson be the only actor who one could believe inhabit the early 19th century . the other bright young thing have make up and costume more appropriate to a 21st century fancy dress party the bleached blonde fanny and billie piper be the least credible character . uk commercial television obviously believe heave bosom and pout lip and deep meaningful look make a good story . fortunately jane austen have other idea . if you want to find out the story of mansfield park and buy the 1983 mini series dvd .