The Unbearable Lightness of Being (1988)
The Unbearable Lightness of Being is a 1988 drama movie directed by Philip Kaufman, with a running time of 2h 51m. It stars Daniel Day-Lewis, Juliette Binoche and Lena Olin.
Successful surgeon Tomas leaves Prague for an operation, meets a young photographer named Tereza, and brings her back with him. Tereza is surprised to learn that Tomas is already having an affair with the bohemian Sabina, but when the Soviet invasion occurs, all three flee to Switzerland. Sabina begins an affair, Tom continues womanizing, and Tereza, disgusted, returns to Czechoslovakia. Realizing his mistake, Tomas decides to chase after her.
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What is The Unbearable Lightness of Being about?
Successful surgeon Tomas leaves Prague for an operation, meets a young photographer named Tereza, and brings her back with him. Tereza is surprised to learn that Tomas is already having an affair with the bohemian Sabina, but when the Soviet invasion occurs, all three flee to Switzerland. Sabina begins an affair, Tom continues womanizing, and Tereza, disgusted, returns to Czechoslovakia. Realizing his mistake, Tomas decides to chase after her.
When was The Unbearable Lightness of Being released?
The Unbearable Lightness of Being was released on 5 February 1988.
How long is The Unbearable Lightness of Being?
The Unbearable Lightness of Being runs 2h 51m.
Who made The Unbearable Lightness of Being?
The Unbearable Lightness of Being was directed by Philip Kaufman.
Where can I watch The Unbearable Lightness of Being?
The Unbearable Lightness of Being is available on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies and YouTube.
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Cast
- Daniel Day-Lewis as Tomas
- Juliette Binoche as Tereza
- Lena Olin as Sabina
- Derek de Lint as Franz
- Stellan Skarsgård as The Engineer
- Erland Josephson as The Ambassador
- Pavel Landovský as Pavel
- Donald Moffat as Chief Surgeon
- Daniel Olbrychski as Interior Ministry Official
- Tomasz Borkowy as Jiri
- Bruce Myers as Czech Editor
- Pavel Slabý as Pavel's Nephew