Product: The Unbearable Lightness of Being (Two-Disc Special Edition) (2006)
Rating: 5.0
FANTASTIC FILM !!! LIGHTNESS OF BEING
There are so many great reviews here that spell out in detail what this film covers that I will not take that approach. Instead, I wish to say that I never thought I would particularly care for this film; thought it was probably just another excuse for nudity and would be in poor taste. This is definitely a misconception...This film is absolutely beautiful. I was never offended in any way about anything that was depicted in it and believe every scene necessary to show the pattern of the times they portray and the characters as the individuals they were supposed to be. I did find the sequence of the two women posing for each other a little strange. The camera shots of the constant eye movement reminded me of the movie "Once Upon A Time In The West". But the use of real film footage, especially that of the Soviet invasion, is excellent and I love the extra feature offered of the film portrayed with commentary. You learn so much about the history and the desire of those producing the film and what they are trying to convey as well as what they went through to be able to offer this film to us. You will notice that many of the reviews here are pretty lengthy. That is because this is truly a very thought-provoking film. I feel silly at this point to mention it, but there are several reviews here that question (out of all that is presented here) the hair under the armpit. I was told this was a very common practice in the European countries. I don't know if it still is or not, but many Europeans found it very natural and quite arousing as part of their sexual foreplay. They thought it ridiculous that we Americans felt the need to shave it. On my first visit to Europe, I was very young, but noticed this feature about women many times and thought it "icky". Then I questoned it and was informed as I mentioned above. However, I still find this unattractive but can't totally figure out why.If you think you are a little prudish and won't like this film, think again. Please do yourself a favor and watch this fantastic, erotic film. It is about so much more than just sex. I love this cast. Their talent is phenomenal. The women are beautiful of course, but Day-Lewis exudes a sensuality that makes his character a believably charming womanizer who, nevertheless, adores his wife. I'm so glad I bought this film. I've watched it many times and will continue to do so. It's hard to imagine that a young, brilliant brain surgeon should be reduced to washing windows because he would not sign statements condoning the communistic philosophy. We are so fortunate to live in this country even with all the faults we are told about every day. Thank God for our Freedom and our wonderful men and women who have fought to keep it for us.