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Country Life (1994)

Movie ★ 6.1 118 min

Drama Romance

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.

Michael Blakemore Director Michael Blakemore Writer

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Quick facts

Released
October 27, 1994
Runtime
118 min
IMDb
tt0109491
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Cast

Greta Scacchi Greta Scacchi Deborah Voysey Kerry Fox Kerry Fox Sally Voysey Sam Neill Sam Neill Dr. Max Askey John Hargreaves John Hargreaves Jack Dickens Michael Blakemore Michael Blakemore Alexander Voysey Googie Withers Googie Withers Hannah Maurie Fields Maurie Fields Fred Livingstone Bryan Marshall Bryan Marshall Mr. Pettinger

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Frequently asked questions

What is Country Life about?
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.
Who directed Country Life?
Country Life was directed by Michael Blakemore.
Who stars in Country Life?
Country Life stars Greta Scacchi, Kerry Fox, Sam Neill, John Hargreaves.
When was Country Life released?
Country Life is a 1994 drama, romance film.
Where can I watch Country Life?
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