Movies like A Handful of Dust

This adaptation of Jane Austen’s classic novel captures the romantic tensions between classes in early 19th century England. Pride & Prejudice's exploration of marriage, class, and society should appeal to fans of A Handful of Dust, with its similar themes and settings.

Adapted from Jane Austen's novel, Sense and Sensibility elegantly portrays the struggles of two sisters in a world where social standing and economic dependency dictate relationships. Much like A Handful of Dust, it combines period immersion with a poignant exploration of the human heart.

Directed by Martin Scorsese, this film brings Edith Wharton's novel to life, depicting the intricacies and struggles of upper-class society in 19th century New York. It resonates with themes of tradition versus passion that are also present in A Handful of Dust, and is a visually stunning film detailing the opulence and repression of an era.

A poignant tale of unrequited love and the strictures of service in pre-WWII England, The Remains of the Day features Anthony Hopkins and Emma Thompson in a story about loyalty, love, and the heaviness of unsaid words. Fans of the restrained emotion and period details in A Handful of Dust are likely to appreciate this film adaptation of Kazuo Ishiguro's novel.

Robert Altman's ensemble cast brings to life a murder mystery set during a weekend gathering at a British country house. With its sharp social commentary and exploration of the lives of both the upper classes and their servants, Gosford Park mirrors the themes and setting of A Handful of Dust.

A tale of seduction and betrayal set in the aristocratic salons of 18th century France, Dangerous Liaisons features a stellar cast and intricate plot that examines the decadence and depravity behind the facade of high society. Fans of the character-driven drama and period authenticity found in A Handful of Dust might find this film irresistible.

This adaptation of Evelyn Waugh's novel, like A Handful of Dust, takes viewers deep into the complexities of the British aristocracy, nostalgia, and the passage of time. It recounts the life of Charles Ryder and his infatuation with the Flyte family, which anyone interested in tales of upper-class British life would enjoy.