La Cerisaie movie poster

La Cerisaie

January 31, 1982

Originally released in 1982. La Cerisaie is a drama/tv movie film. directed by Peter Brook.

Starring Niels Arestrup, Natasha Parry, and Michel Piccoli

Synopsis

The last vestiges of a family that has gone from cherry season to sorrow... Madame Ranevskaya is a spoiled, aging aristocrat who, upon returning from a trip to Paris, must face the loss of her magnificent Cherry Orchard estate after defaulting on her mortgage. In denial, she continues to live in the past, deluding herself and her family, while the magnificent cherry trees are chopped down by the new owner Lopakhin, her former serf, who has his own agenda.

Quick Facts

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Release Date January 31, 1982 44 years ago
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Language French Original language
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Country France Production

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
FR

Production Companies

  • France Régions 3 (FR3)
  • Ministère de la culture
  • Centre International de Créations Théâtrales (CICT)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is La Cerisaie about?

The last vestiges of a family that has gone from cherry season to sorrow... Madame Ranevskaya is a spoiled, aging aristocrat who, upon returning from a trip to Paris, must face the loss of her magn...

Who directed La Cerisaie?

La Cerisaie was directed by Peter Brook.

When was La Cerisaie released?

La Cerisaie was released on January 31, 1982 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in La Cerisaie?

The main cast of La Cerisaie includes Niels Arestrup, Natasha Parry, Michel Piccoli, Catherine Frot, Anne Consigny.