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The Unbearable Lightness of Being (1988)
Director: Philip Kaufman
Cast: Daniel Day-Lewis, Juliette Binoche, Lena Olin, Derek de Lint
7.2
86%Runtime171 min
RatingR
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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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The Unbearable Lightness of Being is a critically acclaimed 1988 drama/romance film directed by Philip Kaufman. The film received an 86% rating on Rotten Tomatoes and a 7.2/10 on IMDb, indicating strong positive reception from both critics and audiences. The film has been recognized for its thoughtful exploration of complex themes and relationships.
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The Unbearable Lightness of Being (1988), directed by Philip Kaufman, is a visually stunning and thematically rich drama that explores the complexities of love, identity, and the impact of political upheaval. With standout performances from Daniel Day-Lewis, Juliette Binoche, and Lena Olin, the film blends romance, philosophy, and historical context to create a deeply compelling and thought-provoking cinematic experience.
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The Unbearable Lightness of Being is a 1988 American romantic drama film, an adaptation of the 1984 novel by Milan Kundera. It was directed by Philip Kaufman, who co-wrote the screenplay with Jean-Claude Carrière, and stars Daniel Day-Lewis, Juliette Binoche and Lena Olin. The film portrays Czechoslovak artistic and intellectual life during the Prague Spring, and the characters' romantic lives amid the Soviet repression that resulted from the Warsaw Pact invasion of Czechoslovakia in 1968.
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