A HUNTING ACCIDENT
Emil Lotyanu (USSR, 1978)
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NOMINATED - BEST DIRECTOR - 1978 CANNES FILM FESTIVAL

Deeply atmospheric and beautifully shot, Emil Lotyanu’s popular adaptation of this Anton Chekhov novel takes place in the 19th century countryside of Russia. Beautiful but poor Olga is arranged to marry the elderly prince Urbenin - whose wealth and passionate love she enjoys - until Olga's heart is stolen by Urbenin's younger friend, detective Sergey Kamishev. Torn between love and money, Olga promises her heart to Sergey but can't seem to abandon Urbenin's comfort.

A top-drawer Soviet-era production, A HUNTING ACCIDENT depicts Russian aristocracy in its most decadent glamour.

"A HUNTING ACCIDENT " 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.

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