Review of The Unbearable Lightness of Being (1988) by Swagat R — 30 Apr 2008

Great performances by all the three main characters...Daniel Day-lewis simply exalts..!!

This review of The Unbearable Lightness of Being (1988) was written by Swagat R on 30 Apr 2008.

The Unbearable Lightness of Being has generally received positive reviews.

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