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The Unbearable Lightness of Being (1988)

Ceremony Year: 1989Category: Best CinematographyReleased: 1988
Nominated Talent & Credits
Sven Nykvist— Sven Nykvist
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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.

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CINEMATOGRAPHY — 61st Academy Awards (1989)

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