Flixtheatre

The Unbearable Lightness of Being

"A lovers’ story."

1988 171 min 6.9

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.

Details

Status: Released
Release Date: 1988-02-05
Budget: $17,000,000
Revenue: $10,000,000
Production: The Saul Zaentz Company