The Unbearable Lightness of Being
Genres
Drama
Romance
Overview
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.
Details
Budget
$17000000
Revenue
$10000000
Runtime
171 min
Release Date
1988-02-05
Status
Released
Vote Count
469
Vote Average
6.912
Cast
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