Review of The Unbearable Lightness of Being (1988) by Cookie B — 10 Apr 2008

I think the love scenes in this movie are beyond intense.

This review of The Unbearable Lightness of Being (1988) was written by Cookie B on 10 Apr 2008.

The Unbearable Lightness of Being has generally received positive reviews.

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