Anton Chekhov’s Uncle Vanya has seen numerous adaptations in theaters worldwide. This year, it graces the Vivian Beaumont Theater in Lincoln Center, bearing a fresh adaptation by Heidi Schreck and a star-studded cast. Though the original material was first published in 1897, this new rendition breathes modern life into the dialogue and direction, while retaining its social and cultural relevance.
The new streaming service, which launched on November 1st, promises a different kind of conversation.
Director Richard Linklater returns with another piece of uniquely American Cinema.
Is it as good as the TV movie? Does it accurately represent the real story? Beats me, but ‘Battle of the Sexes’ did succeeded in making me interested in tennis for two whole hours.