Uncle Vanya – BBC iPlayer
An evocative play about family resentments and tensions in a changing world. Adapted by Conor McPherson, Directed by Ian Rickson
The theatre production for this Chekhov play was halted in March this year due to COVID-19 but the production was filmed in London’s Harold Pinter Theatre, released in cinemas and is now available on the BBC.
What we see is an accomplished filming of a theatre production rather than a film/TV adaptation, as all the action takes place in one room and there is a distinct lack of intrusive camera work. The play is adapted by Conor McPherson and directed by Ian Rickson and with a strong cast they have managed to create an event very similar to visiting a theatre for a classic play.
The set is wonderfully dark and rustic in its faded grandeur. There is a good...