The Double Life of Véronique
La Double Vie de Véronique
“Each of us is matched somewhere in the world, by our exact double - someone who shares our thoughts and dreams.”
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.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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The Double Life of Véronique (1991) Trailer | Director: Krzysztof Kieslowski
Type: Trailer • Published 2022-07-17
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Irène Jacob
Weronika / Véronique
Halina Gryglaszewska
Auntie
Philippe Volter
Alexandre Fabbri
Guillaume de Tonquédec
Serge
Kalina Jędrusik
Crazy Woman
Aleksander Bardini
Conductor
Władysław Kowalski
Weronika's Father
Jerzy Gudejko
Antek
Janusz Sterninski
Lawyer
Sandrine Dumas
Catherine
Louis Ducreux
Professor
Claude Duneton
Véronique's Father
Lorraine Evanoff
Claude
Gilles Gaston-Dreyfus
Jean-Pierre
Alain Frérot
Factor
Youssef Hamid
Cheminot
Thierry de Carbonnières
Professor
Chantal Neuwirth
Receptionist
Release History & Theatrical Window
Toronto International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
November 22, 1991
Wide Cinema Exhibition
December 7, 2021
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$2M
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Krzysztof Kieślowski
- Screenplay & Story
- Krzysztof Kieślowski
- Original Score
- Zbigniew Preisner
- Original Title
- La Double Vie de Véronique
- Country of Origin
- France, Norway, Poland
- Spoken Languages
- French, Italian, Polish
- Runtime
- 1h 38m
- Worldwide Gross
- $2M
- Production Studios
- Sidéral Productions, Norsk Film, Studio Filmowe Tor, Le Studio Canal+
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Krzysztof Kieślowski
Krzysztof Kieślowski, Krzysztof Piesiewicz
Zbigniew Preisner
Sławomir Idziak
Jacques Witta
Leonardo De La Fuente
Department Leadership Roster
Sławomir Idziak
Director of Photography
Jacques Witta
Editor
Leonardo De La Fuente
Producer
Zbigniew Preisner
Original Music Composer
Krzysztof Kieślowski
Director
Krzysztof Kieślowski
Screenplay
Patrice Mercier
Production Design
Elżbieta Radke
Costume Design
Claudia Fellous
Costume Design
Laurence Brignon
Costume Design
Krzysztof Piesiewicz
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Double Life of Véronique
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
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 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.
Who directed The Double Life of Véronique?
The Double Life of Véronique was directed by Krzysztof Kieślowski.
Who stars in The Double Life of Véronique?
The principal cast of The Double Life of Véronique includes Irène Jacob, Halina Gryglaszewska, Philippe Volter, Guillaume de Tonquédec, Kalina Jędrusik.
When was The Double Life of Véronique released and how long is it?
The Double Life of Véronique was released in 1991 with a total runtime of 1h 38m.
How much did The Double Life of Véronique make at the box office?
The Double Life of Véronique grossed $2M in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for The Double Life of Véronique?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Double Life of Véronique was composed by Zbigniew Preisner.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Double Life of Véronique?
The Double Life of Véronique holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); FR: 12 (Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.); GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).