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Movie · 1977

Is An Unfinished Piece for Mechanical Piano based on a book?

Quick answer

Yes. An Unfinished Piece for Mechanical Piano is based on the play Platonov by Anton Chekhov (1923).

The movie was released in 1977.

The play behind An Unfinished Piece for Mechanical Piano

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Platonov

Play by Anton Chekhov · first published 1923

Play by Anton Chekhov.

Common questions

Is An Unfinished Piece for Mechanical Piano based on a book?

Yes. An Unfinished Piece for Mechanical Piano is based on the play Platonov by Anton Chekhov (1923).

Who wrote the book An Unfinished Piece for Mechanical Piano is based on?

Platonov was written by Anton Chekhov and first published in 1923.

Should I read the book before watching?

If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read Platonov before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the movie.

More screen adaptations of Anton Chekhov's books

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