The film ends with David's reflection that neither of the three main characters in his life had what it takes: neither his mother's love, Steerforth's talent, nor his first wife's beauty, were sufficient; all lacked a certain aspect of will. | The film ends with David's reflection that neither of the three main characters in his life had what it takes: neither his mother's love, Steerforth's talent, nor his first wife's beauty, were sufficient; all lacked a certain aspect of will. |