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The Double Life of Véronique (1991)

“Each of us is matched somewhere in the world, by our exact double - someone who shares our thoughts and dreams.”

7.5/10 · 914 votes 1h 38m r FantasyRomanceDramaMystery

#13 of 63 films from 1991 #187 of 1079 in fantasy

Directed by Krzysztof Kieślowski · Written by Krzysztof Kieślowski, Krzysztof Piesiewicz

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Overview

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.

Cast

Irène Jacobas Weronika / Véronique
Halina Gryglaszewskaas Auntie
Philippe Volteras Alexandre Fabbri
Guillaume de Tonquédecas Serge
Kalina Jędrusikas Crazy Woman
Aleksander Bardinias Conductor
Władysław Kowalskias Weronika's Father
Jerzy Gudejkoas Antek
Janusz Sterninskias Lawyer
Sandrine Dumasas Catherine
Louis Ducreuxas Professor
Claude Dunetonas Véronique's Father
Lorraine Evanoffas Claude
Gilles Gaston-Dreyfusas Jean-Pierre

Facts

Release dateMay 15, 1991
Runtime98 min (1h 38m) — about the same as the 1991 average of 107 min
GenresFantasy, Romance, Drama, Mystery
Original titleLa Double Vie de Véronique
LanguageFR
Box office$1,999,955
IMDbtt0101765

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Questions

How long is The Double Life of Véronique?
The Double Life of Véronique runs 98 minutes (1h 38m).
Is The Double Life of Véronique worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.5/10 across 914 votes, which places it #13 of 63 films released in 1991 in this index (top 81%) and #187 among 1079 fantasy titles.
Who directed The Double Life of Véronique?
The Double Life of Véronique was directed by Krzysztof Kieślowski. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Three Colors: Red (1994), Three Colors: Blue (1993), Three Colors: White (1994).
Who stars in The Double Life of Véronique?
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.
What is The Double Life of Véronique rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The Double Life of Véronique?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/155480.

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