The Three Sisters (1981)

Olga, Masha, and Irina Prozoroff lead lonely and purposeless lives following the death of their father who has commanded the local army post. Olga attempts to find satisfaction in teaching but secretly longs for a home and family. Masha, unhappy with her marriage to a timid schoolmaster, falls hopelessly in love with a married colonel. Irina works in the local telegraph office but longs for gaiety. Their sense of futility is increased by their brother's marriage to Natasha, a coarse peasant girl. She gradually encroaches on the family home until even the private refuge of the sisters is destroyed. They dream of starting a new life in Moscow but are saddled with the practicalities of their quiet existence. Despite their past failures, they resolve to seek some purpose and hope when the army post is withdrawn from the town.

Director: Trevor Nunn
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 191 min
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Production: Royal Shakespeare Company, Thames Television
Country: United Kingdom
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Three Sisters about?
Olga, Masha, and Irina Prozoroff lead lonely and purposeless lives following the death of their father who has commanded the local army post. Olga attempts to find satisfaction in teaching but secretly longs for a home and family. Masha, unhappy with her marriage to a timid schoolmaster, falls hopelessly in love with a married colonel. Irina works in the local telegraph office but longs for gaiety. Their sense of futility is increased by their brother's marriage to Natasha, a coarse peasant girl. She gradually encroaches on the family home until even the private refuge of the sisters is destroyed. They dream of starting a new life in Moscow but are saddled with the practicalities of their quiet existence. Despite their past failures, they resolve to seek some purpose and hope when the army post is withdrawn from the town.
Who directed The Three Sisters?
The Three Sisters was directed by Trevor Nunn.
Who stars in The Three Sisters?
The Three Sisters stars Suzanne Bertish, Janet Dale, Patrick Godfrey, Rose Hill, Timothy Spall, Roderick Horn.
How long is The Three Sisters?
The Three Sisters has a runtime of 3h 11m (191 minutes).
What genre is The Three Sisters?
The Three Sisters is a Drama film.
Where was The Three Sisters produced?
The Three Sisters was produced in United Kingdom.