Country Life
“Sometimes the further you travel the closer you get to home.”
Synopsis
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.
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Country Life (1994) ExcerptOfficial
Type: Clip • Published 2015-01-12
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Release History & Theatrical Window
July 28, 1995
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Michael Blakemore
- Screenplay & Story
- Anton Chekhov, Michael Blakemore
- Original Score
- Peter Best
- Original Title
- Country Life
- Country of Origin
- Australia
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 58m
- Production Studios
- Australian Film Finance Corporation, Dalton Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Michael Blakemore
Anton Chekhov, Michael Blakemore
Peter Best
Stephen F. Windon
Nicholas Beauman
Robin Dalton
Department Leadership Roster
Michael Blakemore
Director
Nicholas Beauman
Editor
Robin Dalton
Producer
Wendy Chuck
Costume Design
Michael Blakemore
Writer
Lawrence Eastwood
Production Design
Stephen F. Windon
Director of Photography
Peter Best
Original Music Composer
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International Certification Matrix
Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Country Life
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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?
The principal cast of Country Life includes Greta Scacchi, Kerry Fox, Sam Neill, John Hargreaves, Michael Blakemore.
When was Country Life released and how long is it?
Country Life was released in 1994 with a total runtime of 1h 58m.
Who composed the musical score for Country Life?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Country Life was composed by Peter Best.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Country Life?
Country Life holds official age classifications: AU: M (Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.).