The Double Life of Véronique
1991 · 1h 38m · Drama, Fantasy
Watch it tonight if you're in the mood for something hypnotic and strange—Kieslowski's meditation on duality and fate is a visually stunning puzzle that rewards your attention. Skip it if you need plot clarity and straightforward storytelling; this is arthouse cinema that asks you to feel more than understand.
Plot
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.
Director: Krzysztof Kieślowski
Cast: Irène Jacob, Halina Gryglaszewska, Philippe Volter, Guillaume de Tonquédec, Kalina Jędrusik