
Rating
Popularity2
Runtime2h 51m
Release DateFebruary 5, 1988
Budget$17,000,000
Revenue$10,000,000
The Unbearable Lightness of Being
A lovers’ story.
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.
Production
The Saul Zaentz Company(US)
Orion Pictures(US)Status
Released
Original Language
English
Spoken Languages
English
Age Rating
All Ages
Top Cast
Key Crew
ScreenplayPhilip Kaufman
ScreenplayJean-Claude Carrière
DirectorPhilip Kaufman
Director of PhotographySven Nykvist
ProducerSaul Zaentz
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