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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.