The Unbearable Lightness of Being 1988
“A lovers’ story.”
What is The Unbearable Lightness of Being?
The Unbearable Lightness of Being is a film first released in 1988. Catalogued under Drama, Romance.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1988
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 171 minutes
- Release date
- Feb 5, 1988
- Studios
- The Saul Zaentz Company
- Genres
- Drama, Romance
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Overview
The Unbearable Lightness of Being is a film first released in 1988. Catalogued under Drama, Romance. Produced and broadcast by The Saul Zaentz Company. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A surgeon's love entangles amid love affairs and political upheaval in 1968 Czechoslovakia.”
- Depicts artistic and intellectual life during the Prague Spring
- Explores love and freedom under Soviet repression
- Adapted from Milan Kundera's acclaimed novel
- At nearly three hours, the runtime may feel lengthy
- Heavy philosophical and political themes can be demanding
Watch it if you enjoy character-driven dramas set against historic political turmoil.
The film contains mature romantic relationships and political conflict, making it suited for adult audiences.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the film based on a book?
Yes, it is adapted from Milan Kundera's 1984 novel of the same title.
What genre does the film belong to?
It is classified as a drama and romance.
When is the story set?
The narrative takes place during the 1968 Prague Spring and the subsequent Soviet invasion.
How long is the movie?
The runtime is approximately 2 hours and 51 minutes.
Does the film address political events?
It portrays the Soviet repression following the Warsaw Pact invasion of Czechoslovakia in 1968.
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