The Double Life of Véronique
"Each of us is matched somewhere in the world, by our exact double - someone who shares our thoughts and dreams."
Originally released in 1991. The Double Life of Véronique is a drama/fantasy film. directed by Krzysztof Kieślowski.
Starring Irène Jacob, Halina Gryglaszewska, and Philippe Volter
Synopsis
Véronique is a beautiful young French woman who aspires to be a renowned singer; Weronika lives in Poland, has a similar career goal and looks identical to Véronique, though the two are not related. The film follows both women as they contend with the ups and downs of their individual lives, with Véronique embarking on an unusual romance with Alexandre Fabbri, a puppeteer who may be able to help her with her existential issues.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 15, 1991
34 years ago
Runtime
1h 38m
98 minutes total
User Rating
7.5/10
Great (866 votes)
Box Office
$2M
Worldwide gross
Language
French
Original language
Country
France
+ 2 more
Director
Top Cast
Irène Jacob
as Weronika / Véronique
Halina Gryglaszewska
as Auntie
Philippe Volter
as Alexandre Fabbri
Guillaume de Tonquédec
as Serge
Kalina Jędrusik
as Crazy Woman
Aleksander Bardini
as Conductor
Władysław Kowalski
as Weronika's Father
Jerzy Gudejko
as Antek
Janusz Sterninski
as Lawyer
Sandrine Dumas
as Catherine
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
- Revenue
- $1,999,955
Production Companies
- Sidéral Productions
- Norsk Film
- Studio Filmowe Tor
- Le Studio Canal+
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Double Life of Véronique about?
Véronique is a beautiful young French woman who aspires to be a renowned singer; Weronika lives in Poland, has a similar career goal and looks identical to Véronique, though the two are not relat...
Who directed The Double Life of Véronique?
The Double Life of Véronique was directed by Krzysztof Kieślowski.
How long is The Double Life of Véronique?
The Double Life of Véronique has a runtime of 1 hours and 38 minutes (98 minutes total).
When was The Double Life of Véronique released?
The Double Life of Véronique was released on May 15, 1991 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Double Life of Véronique?
The main cast of The Double Life of Véronique includes Irène Jacob, Halina Gryglaszewska, Philippe Volter, Guillaume de Tonquédec, Kalina Jędrusik.
Is The Double Life of Véronique worth watching?
The Double Life of Véronique has a user rating of 7.5/10 based on 866 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.