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The Double Life of Véronique

1991Movie1 h 38 minR

Drama
83
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb7.6Letterboxd4.1/5Metacritic868.0Rotten Tomatoes86%91%

A profoundly sad, slow-burning drama movie about the mind and faith and meaning, with standout performances and cinematography.

Good for date night · friends night · teens

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Story

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

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.

Feels like

  • Melancholic Art Film
  • Existential Mystery
  • Atmospheric & Dreamlike
  • Subtle Supernatural
  • Dual Protagonist Narrative
  • Identity & Connection
  • Philosophical Reflections
  • Haunting Score
  • Polish & French Culture

Cast

18 of 18

Crew

Directed by
Krzysztof Kieślowski
Written by
Krzysztof Kieślowski, Krzysztof Piesiewicz
Produced by
Leonardo De La Fuente
Music by
Zbigniew Preisner

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Facts

May 15, 1991 · 1 h 38 min · R

Released
May 15, 1991
Runtime
1 h 38 min
Age rating
R
Genres
Drama, Fantasy
Original language
French
Also spoken
Italian, Polish
Made in
France, Norway, Poland
Box office
$2 million
Available in
133 countries

Tropes

Fatal Method Acting, Psychic Link, Fake Band +9

  • Fatal Method Acting
  • Psychic Link
  • Fake Band
  • Hollywood Heart Attack
  • Distant Prologue
  • Slice of Life
  • P.O.V. Cam
  • Scenery Porn
  • Fanservice
  • Sex for Solace
  • Mythology Gag
  • Aside Glance

12 of 20 tropes. From TV Tropes.

Q&A

6 questions, like "Where can I stream The Double Life of Véronique?"

Questions about The Double Life of Véronique

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Where can I stream The Double Life of Véronique?

Criterion

In the United States, The Double Life of Véronique streams on Criterion. You can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. It also streams in 96 other countries.

Is The Double Life of Véronique worth watching?

83
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 83 (IMDb 7.6, Letterboxd 4.1 out of 5, Rotten Tomatoes 86%, and Metacritic 86).

Can I half-watch The Double Life of Véronique?

Easy watchDemanding

No, it needs your attention: the title analysis rates it 9 of 10 for philosophical and 8 for complexity.

Is The Double Life of Véronique good for date night?

and 2 moreDate NightPartner WatchAdultsFriends NightPublic Viewing Safe

Yes: romance is 7 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for date night.

Is The Double Life of Véronique in English?

FrenchItalianPolish

No, it was made in French, with some Italian and Polish.

What tropes does The Double Life of Véronique use?

Fatal Method ActingPsychic LinkFake BandHollywood Heart AttackDistant PrologueSlice of LifeP.O.V. CamScenery PornFanserviceSex for SolaceMythology GagAside Glanceand 8 more

TV Tropes lists 20 tropes for it, including Fatal Method Acting, Psychic Link, and Fake Band.