Movie · 2002
Is Chekhov's Motifs based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. Chekhov's Motifs is based on the works Difficult People by Anton Chekhov (1886) and Tatiana Repina by Anton Chekhov (1889).
The movie was released in 2002.
The book behind Chekhov's Motifs
Common questions
Is Chekhov's Motifs based on a book?
Yes. Chekhov's Motifs is based on the works Difficult People by Anton Chekhov (1886) and Tatiana Repina by Anton Chekhov (1889).
Who wrote the book Chekhov's Motifs is based on?
Difficult People was written by Anton Chekhov and first published in 1886.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read Difficult People 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
- Dark Eyes (film, 1987)
- The Lady with the Dog (film, 1960)
- An Unfinished Piece for Mechanical Piano (film, 1977)
- The Seagull (film, 2018)
- Uncle Vanya (film, 1970)
- The Grasshopper (film, 1955)