The Unbearable Lightness of Being (1988)

Drama
Romance

Successful surgeon Tomas leaves Prague for an operation, meets a young photographer named Tereza, and brings her back with him. Tereza is surprised to learn that Tomas is already having an affair with the bohemian Sabina, but when the Soviet invasion occurs, all three flee to Switzerland. Sabina begins an affair, Tom continues womanizing, and Tereza, disgusted, returns to Czechoslovakia. Realizing his mistake, Tomas decides to chase after her.

Cast

Czech Editor
Pavel's Nephew
Swiss Restaurant Manager
Swiss Photographer
Russian Interrogator
Bold Man in Bar
The Ambassador
Chief Surgeon
Interior Ministry Official

Crew

Screenplay
Original Music Composer
Executive Producer
Associate Producer
Director of Photography
Production Design
Costume Design