Review of The Unbearable Lightness of Being (1988) by Brandon S — 23 Nov 2009

Day-Lewis is fabulous! The story was so-so.

This review of The Unbearable Lightness of Being (1988) was written by Brandon S on 23 Nov 2009.

The Unbearable Lightness of Being has generally received positive reviews.

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