THE LADY WITH THE DOG
Iosif Kheifitz (USSR, 1960)
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NOMINATED - BEST DIRECTOR - 1960 CANNES FILM FESTIVAL

Based on one of Anton Chekhov’s loveliest, most wistful stories, this tale of a holiday affair begins as Moscow banker Dmitry spies a beautiful young woman, Anna, walking her dog in early 1900s Yalta. Each it turns out, is caught in a problematic marriage, yet each is reluctant to embark on an adventure that could turn their carefully controlled worlds upside down. After their summer holidays, both return home, but then a chance appears for Dmitry to make a trip to Anna’s home town. Was what they experienced a passing fancy - or a chance for more fulfilled lives?  Director Iosif Khefitz creates a rich period portrait as well as a brilliant study of passion deferred, making his star-crossed couple complex, vital characters as well as representatives of their era.

"THE LADY WITH THE DOG" PLAYS AS PART OF THE
CELEBRATING CHEKHOV SERIES

2010 marks the 150th anniversary of Anton Chekhov's birth. One of the most celebrated figures in the history of literature, his works still remain of great importance. 2010 also marks the 10th anniversary of Seagull Films, a company that during the decade since its formation has serviced North American audiences with the best of Russian cinema - named after the writer's famous play The Seagull. 

Celebrating Chekhov is a surgically selected package of Chekhov's finest filmic adaptations, and provides a deep cinematic look into the master's work at its best.

ALL CELEBRATING CHEKHOV FILMS PLAY TWICE ONLY

Presented by Seagull Films in collaboration with National Gallery of Art and Concern Mosfilm. Special thanks to Karen Shakhnazarov. Learn more HERE.