Review of The Unbearable Lightness of Being (1988) by Päivi L — 09 Feb 2008

Brilliant performances by Day-Lewis, Olin and Binoche.

This review of The Unbearable Lightness of Being (1988) was written by Päivi L on 09 Feb 2008.

The Unbearable Lightness of Being has generally received positive reviews.

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