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The Unbearable Lightness of Being (1988): movie guide
The Unbearable Lightness of Being (1988) is a Drama, Romance running about 171 minutes. It holds a TMDB score of 6.8/10 from 548 votes. Notable cast includes Daniel Day-Lewis, Juliette Binoche, Lena Olin, Derek de Lint. Cinema Box covers trailers, cast, and details for discovery — not full streaming.
- Released: 1988-02-05
- Runtime: 171 min
- TMDB: 6.8/10
- Genres: Drama, Romance
Last updated: 2026-11-11 · First listed: 1988-02-05
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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 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.
Cast highlights
The Unbearable Lightness of Being features Daniel Day-Lewis, Juliette Binoche, Lena Olin, Derek de Lint, Stellan Skarsgård, Erland Josephson. Open the Cinema Box title page for the full cast list and character credits.
Key facts
Release date: 1988-02-05. Runtime: 171 minutes. TMDB score: 6.8/10 (548 votes). Genres: Drama, Romance. Original language: en. Status: Released.
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Frequently asked questions
- What genre is The Unbearable Lightness of Being?
- The Unbearable Lightness of Being is listed as Drama, Romance on TMDB.
- How long is The Unbearable Lightness of Being?
- The Unbearable Lightness of Being runs about 171 minutes.
- Who stars in The Unbearable Lightness of Being?
- Cast highlights include Daniel Day-Lewis, Juliette Binoche, Lena Olin, Derek de Lint, Stellan Skarsgård, Erland Josephson.
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