The Double Life of Véronique
Join us for another carefully chosen evening of cinema at The Sherborne, presented in partnership with Cinemathèque.
Krzysztof Kieślowski’s exquisitely beautiful The Double Life of Véronique is a haunting and lyrical exploration of identity, intuition and the mysterious connections that shape our lives.
Irène Jacob gives a captivating performance in the dual roles of Weronika, a young Polish singer, and Véronique, a French music teacher. Living separate lives in different countries, the two women have never met, yet share an extraordinary resemblance, similar passions and an inexplicable awareness of one another's existence.
As their stories unfold, Kieślowski draws us into a world where chance encounters, music and fleeting sensations suggest that our lives may be connected in ways we cannot fully understand.
Renowned for its luminous cinematography, rich golden hues and Zbigniew Preisner’s unforgettable score, the film is a remarkable achievement from the director of Dekalog and the celebrated Three Colours trilogy.
Winner of three awards at the 1991 Cannes Film Festival, including Best Actress for Irène Jacob, The Double Life of Véronique remains one of European cinema's most enchanting and enigmatic masterpieces.
A film to experience rather than explain, it invites us to consider the invisible threads that connect us, and the beauty of life's unanswered questions.
Director: Krzysztof Kieślowski
Starring: Irène Jacob, Halina Gryglaszewska and Philippe Volter
Year: 1991
Language: French and Polish with English subtitles
Running time: 98 minutes
Certificate: 15
Arrive early and enjoy a drink from the bar before the screening.
Monday 14 December
6.30pm: Bar opens
7.30pm: Film begins
Tickets: £12.50
Please read our Booking Terms before completing your purchase. Tickets are refundable up to 48 hours before the event start time. We are unable to offer refunds within 48 hours of the event or for non-attendance.
What to expect
Join us at The Sherborne for talks, performances, workshops and special events in the remarkable setting of Sherborne House. Please arrive in good time, especially for popular events, as seating is usually unallocated and offered on a first come, first served basis.
Where possible, our team will be on hand to welcome you, direct you to the event space and answer any questions.
Need to know
Refunds: Tickets are refundable up to 48 hours before the event. We are unable to refund cancellations made within 48 hours of the event start time.
Seating: Seating is not allocated unless clearly stated. Please arrive early if you would like a particular seat.
Access: The Sherborne has disabled access. Please let us know about any access requirements when booking, or contact us before your visit.
Arrival: Late admission may not always be possible, depending on the event.
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