The Cherry Orchard
Synopsis
Madame Ranevskaya is a spoiled, aging aristocratic lady who returns from a trip to Paris to face the loss of her magnificent Cherry Orchard estate after a default on the mortgage. In denial, she continues living in the past, deluding herself and her family, while the beautiful cherry trees are being axed down by the re-possessor Lopakhin, her former serf, who has his own agenda.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Cedric Messina
- Screenplay & Story
- Rosemary Hill, Anton Chekhov
- Original Title
- The Cherry Orchard
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 0m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Cedric Messina
Rosemary Hill, Anton Chekhov
Gerald Savory
Department Leadership Roster
Gerald Savory
Producer
Cedric Messina
Director
Natasha Kroll
Production Design
John Bloomfield
Costume Design
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Cherry Orchard
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Cherry Orchard about?
Madame Ranevskaya is a spoiled, aging aristocratic lady who returns from a trip to Paris to face the loss of her magnificent Cherry Orchard estate after a default on the mortgage. In denial, she continues living in the past, deluding herself and her family, while the beautiful cherry trees are being axed down by the re-possessor Lopakhin, her former serf, who has his own agenda.
Who directed The Cherry Orchard?
The Cherry Orchard was directed by Cedric Messina.
Who stars in The Cherry Orchard?
The principal cast of The Cherry Orchard includes Jenny Agutter, Ray Brooks, Laurence Carter, Christopher Gable, Charles Gray.
When was The Cherry Orchard released and how long is it?
The Cherry Orchard was released in 1971 with a total runtime of 2h 0m.