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The Unbearable Lightness of Being

The Unbearable Lightness of Being

"A lovers’ story."

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.

Release DateFebruary 5, 1988
StatusReleased
Original TitleThe Unbearable Lightness of Being
Runtime2h 51min
Budget$17,000,000
Revenue$10,000,000
LanguageEnglish
Original LanguageEnglish
Production CountriesUnited States of America
Production CompaniesThe Saul Zaentz CompanyOrion Pictures