National Theatre Live: Vanya

2024

Drama

8
Rotten Tomatoes Critics - Certified Fresh 100% · 1 reviews
Rotten Tomatoes Audience - Upright 100%
IMDb Rating 8.5/10 10 1070 1.1K

filmed play filmed theater theatre nt live

Plot summary

Andrew Scott brings multiple characters to life in Chekhov's Uncle Vanya, filmed live in West End, London. Hopes, dreams, and regrets are thrust into sharp focus in this one-man adaptation which explores the complexities of human emotions.

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Sam Yates

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Andrew Scott as
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1.03 GB
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1 hr 55 min
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Movie Reviews

Reviewed by lilianaoana 7 / 10

For the fans of Andrew Scott

Took a while for me to care. In the beginning they were all boring, unpleasant, pathetic or vile. The only good thing about it was Andrew Scott's performance and the occasional humour. Which is what makes it a four star to be honest.I don't remember much of Uncle Vanya, if anything, but I remember I felt so sorry for him. This play brings everything closer to modern day and the characters feel diminished and much less worthy.Anyway, I liked the last half hour, when I could actually connect to and feel for some of these people. But truly the high marks are for the performance. I don't know if this gimmick was really needed and I might have empathized more if I had individual actors for the other roles.
Reviewed by Chessurrr 7 / 10

Questionable style, not for those who are not acquainted with the play

I am torn about this version. Yes, Andrew Scott once again proves himself to be an excellent actor. However, the manner in which he portrays the characters-through endless mannerisms and antics-seems out of place to me. It cheapens the story and the heartbreak of the characters' lives, without adding any depth or additional layers to the adaptation. Some of the jokes and the aforementioned physical comedy make the characters so cartoonish by the end that the final scene-which, in the book or in a classical adaptation, should tear your soul apart-fails to have the emotional impact it deserves.I think it's a nice adaptation to watch (just not for the first time) if only to witness Andrew Scott's acting prowess. Besides, it's interesting to see the story through this director's eyes. Personally, I don't regret watching it, but I have no desire to see it again.
Reviewed by harrykivi 9 / 10

Really moving

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