Country Life
“Sometimes the further you travel the closer you get to home.”
Overview
Adaptation of Chekhov's "Uncle Vanya" set in rural Australia in the 1920s. Jack Dickens and his niece Sally run the family farm to support brother-in-law Alexander as a (supposedly brilliant) literary critic in London. Action begins when Alexander returns with his beautiful young wife Deborah, revealing himself as an arrogant failure and wanting to sell the farm out from under Jack. Blakemore introduces themes about Australia's separation from England, as well as expanding the pacifist and ecological philosophies espoused by the local Doctor Max Askey.
Top-billed cast
Crew
- Director
- Michael Blakemore
- Writers
- Michael Blakemore, Anton Chekhov
- Producer
- Robin Dalton
- Production
- Australian Film Finance Corporation, Dalton Films
Frequently asked questions
What is Country Life rated?
Country Life has an audience rating of 6.1 out of 10 from 9 votes.
Who directed Country Life?
Country Life was directed by Michael Blakemore.
When was Country Life released?
Country Life was released in 1994.
