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Country Life (1994)Adaptation of Chekhov's "Uncle Vanya" set in rural Australia in the 1920's. Jack Dickens and his niece Sally run the family farm to support brother-in-law Alexander as a (supposedly ... See full summary » Director:Michael BlakemoreWriter:Michael Blakemore |
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Dr. Max Askey
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Deborah Voysey
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John Hargreaves | ... |
Jack Dickens
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| Kerry Fox | ... |
Sally Voysey
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Michael Blakemore | ... |
Alexander Voysey
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Googie Withers | ... |
Hannah
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Patricia Kennedy | ... |
Maud Dickens
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Ron Blanchard | ... |
Wally Wells
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Robyn Cruze | ... |
Violet
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Maurie Fields | ... |
Fred Livingstone
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Bryan Marshall | ... |
Mr. Pettinger
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Tony Barry | ... |
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Terry Brady | ... |
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Tom Long | ... |
Billy Livingstone
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Rob Steele | ... |
James
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Adaptation of Chekhov's "Uncle Vanya" set in rural Australia in the 1920's. 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. Written by Anonymous
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Country:
AustraliaLanguage:
EnglishRelease Date:
28 July 1995 (USA) See more »Also Known As:
Amours champêtres See more »Box Office
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$350,354 (USA)Company Credits
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Dr. Max Askey: As soon as your husband contracts his next fatal illness, I suppose.
Deborah Voysey: Then, in no time at all.
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Film adaptation based on and including most of the cast of Michael Blakemore's National Theatre production of "Uncle Vanya". See more »Quotes
Deborah Voysey: When shall we see you again?Dr. Max Askey: As soon as your husband contracts his next fatal illness, I suppose.
Deborah Voysey: Then, in no time at all.
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Sally and her uncle work a sheep ranch in rural Australia, circ 1920 something. Along comes stiff and stilted Dad (Blakemore) and stepmum Debbie (Scacchi). Toss in a roaming physician, some hired help, etc. and you've got "All in the Family in the Outback". Personalities clash, eccentricities entangle, and hanky-panky ensues. "Country Life" is an endearing Aussie cum English wry and lighthearted romp which should appeal most to those who enjoy British comedy.