Review of The Unbearable Lightness of Being (1988) by Joey S — 11 Jan 2014
The Unbearable Lightness of Being is an unforgettably moving and engrossing drama full of incredible career-making performances. The film traces the love triangle between womanizing Prague surgeon Tomas (Daniel Day-Lewis), naive photographer Tereza (Juliette Binoche), and vivacious artist Sabina (Lena Olin) in Communist Czechoslovakia.
Although the film may be slow-paced, it's never boring and absolutely always gripping, thanks to a thoughtful and intelligent script and spectacular acting from all three lead actors. Juliette Binoche is especially great in her breakthrough performance, and her character has a certain child-like innocence and devotion that clashes with Tomas' sexual promiscuity and polygamous tendencies.
The Unbearable Lightness of Being is more incredible and moving than you could possibly imagine, and is an absolute must-see movie.
This review of The Unbearable Lightness of Being (1988) was written by Joey S on 11 Jan 2014.
The Unbearable Lightness of Being has generally received positive reviews.
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