The Unbearable Lightness of Being (1988)
The Unbearable Lightness of Being is a book-based movie adapted from "Nesnesitelná lehkost bytí" by Milan Kundera. This Drama/Romance film is a direct adaptation, and its release date is February 5, 1988.
The Source Material
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Overview
In The Unbearable Lightness of Being, acclaimed author Milan Kundera tells the story of two couples: a young woman in love with a man torn between his love for her and his incorrigible womanizing, and one of his mistresses and her humbly faithful lover. Set ag…
About The Movie
Description
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
- Title
- The Unbearable Lightness of Being
- Original Title
- The Unbearable Lightness of Being
- Original Language
- EN
- Genres
- Drama, Romance
- US Theatrical
- February 5, 1988 · Rated R