Review of The Unbearable Lightness of Being (1988) by María C — 31 Dec 2009

This film is the prove that Juliette Binoche is more than a great actor..

Kundera inspires me a lot.

This review of The Unbearable Lightness of Being (1988) was written by María C on 31 Dec 2009.

The Unbearable Lightness of Being has generally received positive reviews.

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