The Unbearable Lightness of Being
"A lovers’ story."
Originally released in 1988. The Unbearable Lightness of Being is a drama/romance film. directed by Philip Kaufman. With a runtime of 2h 51m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Daniel Day-Lewis, Juliette Binoche, and Lena Olin
Synopsis
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.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 5, 1988
38 years ago
Runtime
2h 51m
171 minutes total
User Rating
6.9/10
Good (500 votes)
Budget
$17M
Production budget
Box Office
$10M
0.6x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $17,000,000
- Revenue
- $10,000,000
Production Companies
- The Saul Zaentz Company
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Unbearable Lightness of Being about?
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 w...
Who directed The Unbearable Lightness of Being?
The Unbearable Lightness of Being was directed by Philip Kaufman.
How long is The Unbearable Lightness of Being?
The Unbearable Lightness of Being has a runtime of 2 hours and 51 minutes (171 minutes total).
When was The Unbearable Lightness of Being released?
The Unbearable Lightness of Being was released on February 5, 1988 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Unbearable Lightness of Being?
The main cast of The Unbearable Lightness of Being includes Daniel Day-Lewis, Juliette Binoche, Lena Olin, Derek de Lint, Stellan Skarsgård.
Is The Unbearable Lightness of Being worth watching?
The Unbearable Lightness of Being has a user rating of 6.9/10 based on 500 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.